Portuguese citizenship through the government program and obtaining an EU passport

Yes, Portugal officially allows dual citizenship. This means that when you obtain a Portuguese passport, you will not have to renounce your citizenship of your country. This approach allows you to retain all your previous rights and opportunities while enjoying the benefits of European Union citizenship.

To apply for citizenship, you need to prepare a set of documents, including your passport, birth and marriage certificates, proof of income and residence, documents confirming your origin or family ties, as well as translations and apostilles. In some cases, additional documents may be required, such as a language proficiency certificate or a certificate of no criminal record from your country of residence.

Yes, minor children can be included in their parents' application or obtain citizenship through a separate procedure. If the child was born in Portugal and one of the parents resides in the country legally, citizenship may also be granted automatically. In other cases, the application is submitted through the appropriate application form.

No, there is no direct citizenship by investment program in Portugal. However, there is an investment program for obtaining a residence permit — the Golden Visa. After 10 years of residence under this program, the investor is entitled to apply for naturalization and obtain citizenship in the usual manner.

The application review process takes up to 12 months after the complete set of documents has been submitted. The timing may vary depending on the basis for obtaining citizenship, the region of review, and the workload of government agencies. We help clients prepare their documents correctly to avoid delays and speed up the process.

The preparation and verification of documents can usually be done remotely. However, for the final stages (obtaining a passport and internal documents), the applicant must be present in person. We will accompany you at all stages, ensuring proper interaction with the Portuguese authorities.

Yes, the spouse of a Portuguese citizen has the right to apply for citizenship after 3 years of official marriage. It is important to confirm the reality of the marriage and a stable connection with Portuguese society (cohabitation, common children, or language proficiency). This procedure follows a simplified scheme and does not require long-term residence in the country.