Portuguese Legislation
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.
Visa to look for work in Portugal can now be applied for
Experts explain how to access a new right, which benefits the internationalization of the career of Brazilian professionals and other countries that are part of the CPLP
Discover the Customer Portal: intelligent online service channel
The Customer Portal is an evolution of Martins Castro's communication systems with its customers.
Doctors have until September 1 to revalidate their diploma in Portugal
Considered the fourth safest country in the world, Portugal is a destination for doctors who plan to internationalize their careers.
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.
Learn all about the new visa to look for work in Portugal
The creation of a visa for looking for work in Portugal was approved in the Assembly of the Republic, on Thursday, July 21.
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
Portuguese nationality for descendants of Sephardic Jews
Portuguese law grants Portuguese nationality, by naturalization, to those who prove Sephardic ancestry.
Everything you need to know about setting up a company in Portugal
This service is for people who want to start a new business or bring an existing business to Portugal.
What is the Tacit Deferral applied by the Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF)
In this post, we provide clarification on the deadlines for deciding on applications for granting and renewing Residence Titles.
Amendment of the Insolvency and Corporate Recovery Code (CIRE)
Among the innovations that this transposition brought, the reduction of the period that includes the transfer of income stands out.
Who are the Angolans who can obtain Portuguese nationality
Individuals born before Angola's independence retain their nationality under the terms of Decree-Law No. 308-A/75, of 24 June.
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.
Handbook: your next steps in the European Union
From the Citizen Card to the formation of companies. Portugal: gateway to the European Union.
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.
Branca Dias, a story of resistance and faith
The trajectory of the Portuguese Branca Dias inspired books, plays, films, comic books and documentaries.
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.
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.
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
Portuguese nationality via Sephardic: the Conservatory approved, what now?
You become Portuguese from the signing of this document, and not from your birth.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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 
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.
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.
Brazilians prove Sephardic descent and obtain Portuguese citizenship
Direct is provided for in art. 6th, nº. 7 of the Nationality Law (Law 37/81).