Sephardic Jews: do you have to live in Portugal for three years?
Until the regulation is known, nothing changes in the nationality process for Sephardic Jews. Understand how the stages of this change work.
Martins Castro in the Media: Diário do Nordeste (Brazil)
Luciana and Alessandro Abreu report the discovery of their family roots and the journey to achieve Portuguese Nationality - By Lucas Falconery
Martins Castro in the Media: La Nota Econômica (Colombia)
President of Portugal spoke out to protect nationality, via Sephardic legacy
President sends veto to change of nationality for Sephardim
In a letter to the President of the Republic, Martins Castro asked for a veto of the recent changes hastily approved by parliament.
The right to historical recovery of Jewish traditions
The struggle to maintain their traditions marks the history of the Jewish people over the centuries, whether for Hanukkah or the restoration of European nationality.
New Change in Nationality Law for Sephardic Descendants
Assembly of the Republic resumes debate on Portuguese nationality for Sephardic descendants and signals with positive changes
Doubts about changes in the regulation of Portuguese nationality for Sephardim
Deadlines, validity, certificates, CIL, CIP... We have selected some of the main doubts about the recent changes in the regulation.
Note of clarification: Portuguese nationality by the Sephardim
If the text amending the regulation has not undergone major changes, there will be a standardization of the certification process, which will bring more clarity and transparency.
Portuguese nationality for descendants of Sephardic Jews
Portuguese law grants Portuguese nationality, by naturalization, to those who prove Sephardic ancestry.
Attention! Special operation of CIL and CIP en septiembre
Following the Jewish tradition, the Israeli communities of Lisbon and Porto have changed their functioning, respecting the days of celebration.
Attention! Special operation of CIL and CIP in September
Following the Jewish tradition, the Israeli Communities of Lisbon and Porto have their functioning changed, respecting the days of celebration.
Portuguese citizenship by the Sephardim and the genealogical study
Sites such as Family Search and MyHeritage may make searching easier, but they do not guarantee the veracity of all data.
Descendants of the Sefardíes: how to get the European passport
As a form of historical reparation, Portuguese legislation stipulates to grant nationality by naturalization to descendants of Sephardic Jews.
The main reasons to search for Portuguese nationality
The Law of Reparation for the descendants of sefardies and the simplification of the process for the grandchildren of Portuguese.
eBook: Portuguese citizenship through the Sephardim
Portugal, through Decree-Law 30-A/2015, grants Portuguese nationality, by naturalization, to the descendants of Sephardic Jews.
Who are Sephardic Jews and New Christians
Do New Christians and Sephardic Christians have the same meaning or have nothing to do with each other?
3 tips to begin your search for a Sephardic ancestor
More and more people have turned to genealogical research to document ties to Jewish ancestors in order to secure approval of the process.
Interview: Written by Lira Neto, biography of Sephardic Jews should hit bookstores soon
The work will be dedicated to all the disinherited, exiles and refugees, people essentially marked by intolerance.
Genealogical study reveals surprises on the biggest scorer in world football history
A Brazilian researcher found that Cristiano Ronaldo, Portuguese star and greatest scorer in world football history, has Sephardic ancestry.
5 common mistakes when designing a genealogical study
The process begins with a genealogical study that aims to prove the parental connection with some Sephardic Jew.
Martins Castro's services during the new confinement in Portugal
Our customers can continue to rely on our teams to monitor the smooth running of their processes.
“Ten days of thousands of Sephardic Argentineans could gain access to Portuguese nationality”
In Argentina it is estimated that there are more than 50 thousand people who can access this benefit.
Founding partner and lawyer of Martins Castro will be in Argentina
With the aim of reporting on this issue and narrowing down the local community, Renato Martins travels to Buenos Aires between 8 and 11 December
Myths about Portuguese citizenship through the Sephardic way
Portuguese citizenship through the Sephardic way is one of those topics that arouse curiosity, but also a lot of mistrust and misinformation.
Portuguese nationality via Sephardic: the Conservatory approved, what now?
You become Portuguese from the signing of this document, and not from your birth.
European Commission President cites Portugal as an example to be followed in the pandemic
Lisbon, according to the president, is today a reference in the digital world for having achieved a sustainable energy result.
The 4 main requirements for Portuguese nationality by Sephardim
Contrary to what some people still believe, it takes more than having Sephardic surnames or Jewish customs in the family.
Amendments to the Nationality Law will be voted on next day 2
Portuguese nationality through Sephardic Jews is not subject to review by the plenary of the Assembly of the Republic.
Israeli certification for Portuguese nationality by Sephardic
The certificate is an indispensable document for all people who want to achieve this type of Portuguese citizenship.
5 types of important documents to prove the Sephardic bond
There are a number of important historical documents to prove Sephardic descent that are available for research.
5 reasons why people seek Portuguese nationality by Sephardic
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, United States Turkey and Israel are just a few examples of countries that seek this type of nationality.
Know where to start your genealogical study
Read this post carefully and at the end of the reading you can start your study immediately.
“The adventures of Palhaço Piruá in Portugal” is featured on CCBNB
The video, originally a live broadcast during the quarantine period, initiated the Move Your Joy project
Portuguese grandchildren: understand the veto of the president of Portugal
Marcelo rebelo vetoed part of the ninth amendment to the Portuguese nationality law. Understand the reasons for the veto and the steps following the president's decision.
Law change facilitates citizenship for Portuguese grandchildren and spouses
The text brings a series of updates to the rules until then, facilitating the granting of naturalization for Portuguese grandchildren.
Changes in Portuguese nationality law
We separated the 4 main aspects of these changes: descendants of Sephardic Jews, children of foreigners, grandchildren and spouses.
Victory of the world Sephardic community: law change proposal retreats
PS withdraws proposal and sends the nationality regulation to the Executive Branch by Sephardic way
Portuguese law paves the way for Brazilian families to discover their Jewish origins
Since 2015 the Portuguese government started to grant Portuguese nationality to the descendants of Sephardic Jews.
Timeline: proposal to change the “Law of Nationality through Sephardic way”
Follow the updates of the proposal that wants to change the Portuguese law that grants citizenship to Sephardic descendants.
Martins Castro's cultural project is contemplated by BNB public notice
“The adventures of Palhaço Piruá in Portugal” was played by actor Rodrigo Bruggemann and had a script and direction by Walter Velázquez.
Homonyms: how to overcome this challenge of genealogy
Homonyms are a great challenge for those who are in genealogical research, whether professional or not.
Israeli Community of Lisbon launches new procedures
CIL started to make a new system available on its website for filling out an online form to submit the entire process.
The Inquisition and the persecution of the Sephardim: a moving summary
Created in the Middle Ages, in the 13th century, the Inquisition was an institution composed of several courts run by the Catholic Church.
Find out how to find documents for your grandparents and great-grandparents
Here we have prepared some guidelines on the most important documents of your grandparents and great-grandparents and where you can find them.
Portugal, Camões and Portuguese Communities Day
The date started to have the current symbolism and be considered a holiday, called the Day of Portugal, Camões and the Portuguese Communities.
Three precautions to avoid delays in naturalization by the Sephardic route
The process of Portuguese naturalization through the Sephardic way, depending on the care with the documentation presented, can be more or less agile.
Portuguese nationality for minor children of Sephardic descendants
This type of naturalization serves children who are minors, whose father or mother has become Portuguese after their birth.
Aspects of the proposed amendment to the “Law of Nationality through the Sephardic way”
A proposal to change the so-called “Portuguese Nationality Law by the Sephardic way” was recently made public
The revival of genealogy and its new horizons
The ease of access to the collections thanks to digitalization allowed anyone to search the origins of the families.
The massacre of New Christians and the Law of Naturalization of Sephardic descendants
In 2020, five years will pass since the approval of Decree-Law no. 30-A-2015, which allows Portuguese citizenship to Sephardic descendants.
Why more and more Brazilians seek Portuguese citizenship through the Sephardic way
From the dream of migrating to the desire to study and work in the European Union, thousands of Brazilians have discovered that they are descendants of Sephardic people.
Martins Castro holds event in Mexico
The city of Monterrey, Mexico, will host another edition of the Sefardí Meeting, an event that clarifies doubts about the Portuguese citizenship process through the Sephardic way.
5 tips for choosing a consultancy to take care of Portuguese citizenship
We have selected 5 tips that will help in your decision to hire a consultancy to take care of your Portuguese citizenship process.
Why hire a genealogical study?
The starting point for Portuguese citizenship through the Sephardic way is the genealogical study. It is through this study that the genealogist identifies the Sephardic ancestor.
Brazilians can help Portugal in the problem of demographic reduction
In view of the population decrease, the European country has adopted measures that favor Brazilians.
Know the difference between tree and genealogical study
The whole process of Portuguese citizenship through Sephardic Jews is based on documentary evidence of genealogical ties.
4 common mistakes in Portuguese citizenship processes at CIL
This process can be rejected by the institution. Knowing this, we have listed some of the most common mistakes at this stage.
Brazilians prove Sephardic descent and obtain Portuguese citizenship
Direct is provided for in art. 6th, nº. 7 of the Nationality Law (Law 37/81).
Step by step to find your Sephardic ancestor: the Torre do Tombo archive
The Torre do Tombo archive is one of the main ways to elaborate your genealogy and to find your Sephardic ancestor.
CIL announces changes to Sephardic process protocol
The most important change will be in the way of sending the documents, which will now be 100% digital, through the official email of the entity.
Martins Castro visits the Israeli Community of Lisbon this Monday (21)
Due to the waiting time for these analyzes, it can be seen that the volume of orders has grown recently.