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Portugal Tightens Citizenship Rules: Residence Requirement Doubled to 10 Years for Most Foreigners
Portugal tightens citizenship rules – residence requirement doubled from 5 to 10 years for most non-EU migrants. EU/CPLP citizens require 7 years. Not retroactive.
VISASUPDATE
1 day ago
Portugal Passes Controversial Nationality Law Overhaul: PSD-Chega Deal Ends Automatic Citizenship Paths and Removes Transitional Protections
Portugal passes controversial nationality law overhaul: PSD-Chega deal ends automatic citizenship paths and removes transitional protections for pending applications.
XAVIO
Apr 4
Portugal Grants Extra Time for Expired Residence Permits: Non-EU Residents Can Stay and Work Until April 15, 2026 – What You Need to Know
Portugal grants extra time for expired residence permits: non-EU residents can stay and work until April 15, 2026. AIMA clarifies grace period for permits expired on or before June 30, 2025.
VISASUPDATE
Mar 25
Portugal Unveils Continent-Wide Digital Travel App, Aiming to Streamline Schengen Entry and Boost Tourism Recovery
Portugal Unveils Continent-Wide Digital Travel App – Europa Pass simplifies Schengen entry with EES pre-registration, ETIAS integration, and real-time border wait times.
VISASUPDATE
Mar 21
Portugal Tightens Migration Grip: New Bill Proposes 18-Month Detention & Faster Deportations – Parliament Vote Hinges on Far-Right Backing
Portugal Tightens Migration Grip: New Bill Proposes 18-Month Detention (up from 60 days) & Faster Deportations. Chega party support critical for passage. Full analysis.
Editorial Team
Mar 20
Portugal Golden Visa Renewals: Exclusive Online Portal Mandatory from Today, 16 February 2026
Portugal Golden Visa renewals go digital from Feb 16, 2026. AIMA's exclusive online portal now mandatory for all submissions & fee payments. Start your renewal today.
XAVIO
Feb 15
Portugal's Immigration Reforms : A New Era of Stricter Rules and Skilled Worker Focus
Portugal's government has clearly signaled its intention to prioritize highly skilled professionals, increase administrative efficiency, and deter irregular migration through its comprehensive Portugal Immigration Reform
VISASUPDATE
Jan 26
Portugal’s 2025 Migrant Expulsion: Campaign Details and Political Implications
On May 4, 2025, Portugal’s caretaker government announced a sweeping campaign to expel an estimated 18,000 undocumented migrants, marking a dramatic shift in the nation’s historically liberal immigration policies.
VISASUPDATE
Apr 30, 2025
Portugal D7 and D8 Visas for Retirees and Digital Nomads: Your Gateway to Europe
Portugal’s D7 and D8 Visas for retirees and digital nomads have become synonymous with opportunity, offering a seamless blend of affordability, tax advantages, and Mediterranean charm.
VISASUPDATE
Apr 29, 2025
Portugal Tightens Residence Permit Rules to Reduce Processing Delays
Portugal is overhauling its immigration system to tackle chronic backlogs, introducing stricter requirements for residence permit applications starting April 28, 2025.
VISASUPDATE
Apr 27, 2025
Portugal’s New Fast-Track Work Visa: Get Your Visa in Just 20 Days
Starting April 1, 2025, Portugal will officially launch its "Via Verde" (Green Lane) work visa, slashing processing times to just 20 days
VISASUPDATE
Mar 31, 2025
Why Portugal’s Golden Visa Is Easier Compared to Other Programs
Portugal’s Golden Visa program has gained a reputation as one of the most attractive residency-by-investment options in the world
VISASUPDATE
Mar 25, 2025
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