Portuguese Citizenship by Naturalization: Complete Guide for International Residents | ZR Advogados

Portuguese Citizenship by Naturalization

If you're an international resident who has lived legally in Portugal for at least 5 years, we'll guide you through the entire citizenship application process — from eligibility assessment to final approval.

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Nationalities Assisted

100%

Lawyer-Handled Files

98%

Success Rate

+10

Countries Served

Eligibility Requirements

You must have held valid residence permits for at least five consecutive years, maintain a clean criminal record and, in most cases, demonstrate basic knowledge of Portuguese.

Birth Certificate

Full, unabridged and legally certified birth certificate from your country of origin.

Police Certificates

Criminal background checks from every country you've lived in since age 16.

A2 Portuguese Certificate

Proof of basic Portuguese knowledge. (CPLP nationals exempt)

Valid Passport

Current passport of the main applicant with sufficient validity.

Residence Permit

Portuguese residence card covering the full 5-year period.

Proof of Residence

Documentation showing continuous legal residence in Portugal for 5 years.

Note: All documents must be in Portuguese, English, French or Spanish; otherwise a certified Portuguese translation is required.

Available Services

Comprehensive legal support for your Portuguese citizenship application

Initial Consultation

Comprehensive guidance and eligibility assessment for your citizenship case.

Dossier Assembly

Complete document preparation, form filling, and legal review.

Official Submission

Filed via the secure lawyers-only platform for maximum efficiency.

Application Monitoring

Continuous follow-up and status updates until final decision.

Client Support

Direct WhatsApp contact with your assigned Portuguese lawyer.

Legal Representation

Professional representation in case of appeals or complications.

Why Hire a Lawyer

Professional legal representation ensures compliance and maximizes your success rate

Accuracy & Compliance

Avoids refusals and delays through meticulous document preparation and legal expertise.

Secure Portal Access

Professional online submission through the exclusive lawyers-only platform.

Legal Representation

Full legal defense and appeals representation if complications arise.

Fees and Costs

Transparent pricing structure for your Portuguese citizenship application

Registry Office Fee

€250

Official government fee for citizenship application

AIMA Certificate

€24

Only if residence period verification is unclear

Legal Fees

Quote

Quoted after consultation, in line with Portuguese Bar Association rules

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