Portuguese Citizenship
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 request for urgency in the Portuguese nationality process
In this text, our lawyers have listed some of the reasons that may justify these requests.
Artificial intelligence is an ally in the search for Portuguese citizenship
A group of researchers in Lisbon develops a database that makes it easier to find documents of fundamental ancestors when accessing the law.
Discover the Customer Portal: intelligent online service channel
The Customer Portal is an evolution of Martins Castro's communication systems with its customers.
Updates to the Customer Portal are reinforced at a decisive moment
Our teams are working hard to ensure that all our customers have ensured the protocol of their processes.
Genealogy reconstructs stories and helps to prove Portuguese descent
Genealogical research helps in the recovery of birth certificates of ancestors from Portugal.
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.
Changes in the regulation of Portuguese nationality law for Sephardic descendants
Follow here all the updates on the recent changes to 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.
Many Angolans can acquire Portuguese nationality
Many people born before November 11, 1975, in Angola, can become Portuguese citizens.
Living in Portugal retired: is it worth it?
For retirees who want to enjoy this new phase of life with more tranquility and quality of life, Portugal is the right place.
Portuguese citizenship is the most sought after in Brazil
In 2020 alone, even with the pandemic, the total number of favorable opinions to Brazilians seeking Portuguese citizenship was over 20,000.
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.
5 places that show that Lisbon is a modern city
Lisbon, one of the main Portuguese cities, combines historical places and modern architecture.
8 possible rights for Portuguese nationality
In a world in constant change, more and more people dream of conquering Portuguese nationality.
5 places that show that Lisbon is a modern city
Discover 5 places that show that the city that inspired poets and fado singers manages to modernize and delight residents and visitors from around the world.
Brief dictionary on Portuguese nationality for grandchildren of Portuguese
Often the tricky part is not applying for nationality, but understanding the terms and requirements that are laid down by law.
How the grandchildren of Portuguese people can gain Portuguese citizenship
One of the requirements for the grandson's nationality application is the need to prove the Portuguese nationality.
Handbook: your next steps in the European Union
From the Citizen Card to the formation of companies. Portugal: gateway to the European Union.
Anita Garibaldi: the revolutionary descendant of the Sephardim
Anita Garibaldi was born in Brazil and died in Italy fighting for her ideas. She had in her genealogy 3 Sephardic Ascendants.
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.
8 questions about Portuguese nationality for grandchildren of Portuguese
"What do you need to prove to be entitled to Portuguese nationality as a Portuguese grandson?" Clarify these and other doubts.
White Castle
It is believed that, for a long period, since the 13th century, the surname was linked to tradition and nobility.
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.
Branca Dias, a story of resistance and faith
The trajectory of the Portuguese Branca Dias inspired books, plays, films, comic books and documentaries.
How to get Portuguese citizenship for grandchildren
In this text you will find tips to gather the necessary information to apply for nationality as a Portuguese grandson/granddaughter.
eBook: Portuguese citizenship through the Sephardim
Portugal, through Decree-Law 30-A/2015, grants Portuguese nationality, by naturalization, to the descendants of Sephardic Jews.
Paula Leite Barros' family
The history of Paula Leite de Barros' family in Brazil begins with Pedro Vaz de Barros, a New Christian from Lisbon who migrated to Brazil at the end of the 16th century.
Luciano Dias Cardoso Vargas: Abraham of Jaguaribe
Luciano Dias Cardoso Vargas, known as Abraão do Jaguaribe, has his Sephardic connection through the New Christian Dinis Bravo.
Portuguese citizenship for grandson of Portuguese
Want to know more about Portuguese nationality for grandson of Portuguese? In this text we explain everything you need to know about the subject.
Nogueira da Gama family
The Nogueira da Gama are descendants of a large and prominent family that, in colonial times in Brazil, received honors and titles of nobility.
Joaquina do Pompéu and her Sephardic descent in Minas Gerais
In addition to being a farmer and a businesswoman, Dona Joaquina de Pompéu is the matriarch of thousands of Sephardic descendants who are entitled to Portuguese citizenship.
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.
Sephardic descent in Minas Gerais
These descendants saw in the region's development an opportunity to settle down and develop their economic activities.
Antunes Maciel family
The Antunes Maciel family, quite numerous in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, has its origins on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.
The 3 main requirements for applying for Portuguese nationality for grandchildren
In this text, we summarize the three main points to be aware of when applying for nationality.
5 questions about nationality for grandchildren of Portuguese
To clarify the main doubts, we spoke with the lawyer and partner at Martins Castro, Thiago Huver.
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.
The importance of technology and memory in the process of Portuguese citizenship for grandchildren
Historian and genealogist Gabriel Dias explains that the resources available today allow for a more efficient document search
Portuguese citizenship for grandchildren is simpler, but there are still doubts
Specialists talk about the documents necessary for the granting of citizenship and about the great-grandchildren of Portuguese people.
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.
Portuguese Nationality Law simplifies process for Portuguese grandchildren
With the change in the law, many Brazilians will have access to Portuguese nationality and a Portuguese passport.
“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.
Know where to start your genealogical study
Read this post carefully and at the end of the reading you can start your study immediately.
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.
Homonyms: how to overcome this challenge of genealogy
Homonyms are a great challenge for those who are in genealogical research, whether professional or not.
Per Private: Jerfson Lins
on June 22, 2020 
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.
Per Private: Jerfson Lins
on June 22, 2020 
Leão family, Sephardic people spread throughout Brazil
Studies show that descendants of one of the branches of the family spread across southeastern Brazil, especially Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais.
Per Private: Jerfson Lins
on June 22, 2020 
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.
Per Private: Jerfson Lins
on June 22, 2020 
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.
Per Private: Jerfson Lins
on June 22, 2020 
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.
The Ximenes, from the Iberian Peninsula to the world
The Spanish city of Segovia was the birthplace of the Sephardic patriarch Abrahan Senior, who gave birth to the large Ximenes family.
The Fernandes, born in the Douro
The Fernandes Family, from Rio Grande do Norte, was one of those that already managed to prove Sephardic descent.
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.
Citizen Card: what it is and how to apply
This is the face-to-face identification document of the Portuguese citizen, by birth or by assignment, and replaces the identity card since 2010.
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.