on January 31, 2025

High demand for Portuguese nationality continues in 2025

on January 31, 2025

Alta procura para nacionalidade portuguesa continua em 2025

The growing number of applications – more than 420,000 since 2021 – has extended analysis deadlines, requiring planning and immediate action to avoid setbacks. With the digitalization of processes and new rules, knowing the updates is essential to ensure your European passport without surprises.

What is currently in force

• Sephardic route – The process remains possible, but requires proof of the link in accordance with the rules of the September 2022 regulation.

• Alternative legal residence – One new feature is that, since April 2024, one year of proven residence in Portugal can count as a criterion for citizenship.

• Digitization of orders – The government is investing in technology to speed up analysis, but high demand still represents a challenge.

Longer waiting times: what can you do to avoid being left behind? With the amount of requests accumulated, the analysis period may exceed that provided by law. The current structure of registry offices is still insufficient to meet the demand, so following these strategies is essential:

Start the process as soon as possible – The sooner your request is filed, the less impact it will have from new changes.

Organize your documentation in advance – Errors and incomplete documents are the main causes of rejection.

Count on subject matter experts – Each case is unique and requires detailed legal monitoring to ensure success.

Get your European passport hassle-free Portuguese nationality continues to be a unique opportunity for those seeking quality of life, mobility within the European Union and new professional and educational opportunities.

Do you want to secure your citizenship safely and efficiently? Martins Castro is an expert in the subject and can help you at every stage of your process. Contact us now and start your journey to a European passport!