Get Citizenship By Descent (Portugal)

Get Citizenship By Descent (Portugal)

Get help with becoming an Portuguese Citizen to become eligible to access, live, work and move around the EU without any limitations.

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The easiest way to get Portuguese Citizenship by Descent

Portugal Citizenship by Descent allows children and grandchildren of Portuguese citizens to claim nationality through family lineage. It is one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with heritage while securing EU citizenship for future generations. This pathway does not require living in Portugal or passing residency requirements, making it especially attractive for those abroad. Successful applicants gain full Portuguese rights, including EU freedom of movement, work, and residency.

About Portuguese Citizenship by Descent

About Portuguese Citizenship by Descent

Citizenship by descent in Portugal preserves your family heritage while unlocking EU citizenship benefits like visa-free travel, healthcare, and education. It also ensures future generations can pass on Portuguese nationality automatically to their children.

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Work, Live and Travel anywhere in the EU

Work, Live and Travel anywhere in the EU

This is one of the key benefits of getting Portuguese Citizenship by Descent. It becomes your gateway to Europe: especially after Brexit. This allows you to work, live, study and travel around the EU with no restrictions.

Portuguese Tax Benefits

Portuguese Tax Benefits

Get favourable tax rates if you are spending more time in Portugal, and move your tax residency abroad if you are being overcharged in the UK. This allows you to save on tax expenses.

Free EU Healthcare

Free EU Healthcare

Health Insurance will find any reason to not pay you. But when you have European Citizenship, you will always get access to free healthcare in over 20+ states.

4th Strongest Passport in the World

4th Strongest Passport in the World

Maybe Portugal is not a destination, but rather a stepping stone. Portugal has favourable connections with many Portuguese Speaking states for different, expedited visas options.

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The Simple Way to Get Portuguese Citizenship by Descent

The Simple Way to Get Portuguese Citizenship by Descent

Your Portuguese Citizenship application process is as simple as 1, 2, 3, 4.

1

Verify Your Eligibility with DolceVisa®

Check how you qualify, and if you fall under any certain provisions.

2

Gather and Legalise your Documentation

Collect all the required documents - this will be made clear by your DolceVisa® Case Manager.

3

Submit Your Application with Us

Apply in person, or through an online platform to prove your lineage.

4

Await Approval and Receive Citizenship

Processing takes 1-2 years, depending on provisions. Once approved, you can then apply for your ID Card and Passport.

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Get Citizenship By Descent (Portugal)

Get Citizenship By Descent (Portugal)

Get help with becoming an Portuguese Citizen to become eligible to access, live, work and move around the EU without any limitations.

Work, Live and Travel anywhere in the EU

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Full Registration and Support

First Response within 36 hours

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DIY Vs Concierge — What's the Difference?

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Ideal for Self Starters with Clear Cases

Ideal for Self Starters with Clear Cases

Ideal for Self Starters with Clear Cases

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Self Guided & Supported by Expert Tools

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Legal Advice Not Included

Legal Advice Not Included

Legal Advice Not Included

Legal Advice Not Included

Tools and Checklists Included

Tools and Checklists Included

Tools and Checklists Included

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Total Flexibility - You Stay In Control

Total Flexibility - You Stay In Control

Total Flexibility - You Stay In Control

Total Flexibility - You Stay In Control

Fixed, Transparent, Budget-Friendly

Fixed, Transparent, Budget-Friendly

Fixed, Transparent, Budget-Friendly

Fixed, Transparent, Budget-Friendly

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Community Access Included

Community Access Included

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Ideal for Complex Cases/High-Touch Clients

Ideal for Complex Cases/High-Touch Clients

Ideal for Complex Cases/High-Touch Clients

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Fully Managed by the Legal Team

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All Included, with Hands-On Execution

All Included, with Hands-On Execution

All Included, with Hands-On Execution

We Handle Everything

We Handle Everything

We Handle Everything

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Custom Quotes Based on Scope

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How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

What Makes DolceVisa®
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT


How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

What Makes DolceVisa®
Different?

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT


How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

What Makes DolceVisa® Different?

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT


How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

Includes free resources to kick start your relocation journey.

Includes free resources to kick start your relocation journey.

Free Private Community with ALL Services

Free Community with ALL Services

Guides, Checklists and Advice

Dive into our collection of guides, checklists, documents and interactive forms covering various aspects of relocation from housing to citizenship.

Expert Insights

Stay informed about the latest news, innovations and developments in your relocation journey with our industry reports and experts on the community.

DolceLive Webinars

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Eligibility and FAQs

Eligibility and FAQs

What is Portuguese Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to claim Portuguese nationality through parents or grandparents who were Portuguese citizens.

What is Portuguese Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to claim Portuguese nationality through parents or grandparents who were Portuguese citizens.

What is Portuguese Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to claim Portuguese nationality through parents or grandparents who were Portuguese citizens.

What is Portuguese Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to claim Portuguese nationality through parents or grandparents who were Portuguese citizens.

Who qualifies for Portuguese citizenship by descent?

Children of Portuguese citizens always qualify. Grandchildren may also qualify if they show ties to Portugal, such as language, culture, or visits.

Who qualifies for Portuguese citizenship by descent?

Children of Portuguese citizens always qualify. Grandchildren may also qualify if they show ties to Portugal, such as language, culture, or visits.

Who qualifies for Portuguese citizenship by descent?

Children of Portuguese citizens always qualify. Grandchildren may also qualify if they show ties to Portugal, such as language, culture, or visits.

Who qualifies for Portuguese citizenship by descent?

Children of Portuguese citizens always qualify. Grandchildren may also qualify if they show ties to Portugal, such as language, culture, or visits.

Do I need to live in Portugal to apply for citizenship by descent?

No. Applications can be made from abroad at a Portuguese consulate or embassy.

Do I need to live in Portugal to apply for citizenship by descent?

No. Applications can be made from abroad at a Portuguese consulate or embassy.

Do I need to live in Portugal to apply for citizenship by descent?

No. Applications can be made from abroad at a Portuguese consulate or embassy.

Do I need to live in Portugal to apply for citizenship by descent?

No. Applications can be made from abroad at a Portuguese consulate or embassy.

Can UK citizens apply for citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK citizens with Portuguese parents or grandparents remain eligible.

Can UK citizens apply for citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK citizens with Portuguese parents or grandparents remain eligible.

Can UK citizens apply for citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK citizens with Portuguese parents or grandparents remain eligible.

Can UK citizens apply for citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK citizens with Portuguese parents or grandparents remain eligible.

What documents are required?

You’ll typically need birth certificates, your Portuguese parent’s or grandparent’s birth certificate, valid ID, proof of family links, and a clean criminal record.

What documents are required?

You’ll typically need birth certificates, your Portuguese parent’s or grandparent’s birth certificate, valid ID, proof of family links, and a clean criminal record.

What documents are required?

You’ll typically need birth certificates, your Portuguese parent’s or grandparent’s birth certificate, valid ID, proof of family links, and a clean criminal record.

What documents are required?

You’ll typically need birth certificates, your Portuguese parent’s or grandparent’s birth certificate, valid ID, proof of family links, and a clean criminal record.

Do I need to speak Portuguese to get citizenship by descent?

Children do not, but grandchildren must show some connection to Portugal, often including basic Portuguese language ability.

Do I need to speak Portuguese to get citizenship by descent?

Children do not, but grandchildren must show some connection to Portugal, often including basic Portuguese language ability.

Do I need to speak Portuguese to get citizenship by descent?

Children do not, but grandchildren must show some connection to Portugal, often including basic Portuguese language ability.

Do I need to speak Portuguese to get citizenship by descent?

Children do not, but grandchildren must show some connection to Portugal, often including basic Portuguese language ability.

Can I apply through great-grandparents?

Not directly. The line of citizenship must be proven through parents or grandparents.

Can I apply through great-grandparents?

Not directly. The line of citizenship must be proven through parents or grandparents.

Can I apply through great-grandparents?

Not directly. The line of citizenship must be proven through parents or grandparents.

Can I apply through great-grandparents?

Not directly. The line of citizenship must be proven through parents or grandparents.

Do I need to provide proof of integration into Portuguese society?

Yes, especially for grandchildren. This could include language knowledge, property ownership, or frequent visits to Portugal.

Do I need to provide proof of integration into Portuguese society?

Yes, especially for grandchildren. This could include language knowledge, property ownership, or frequent visits to Portugal.

Do I need to provide proof of integration into Portuguese society?

Yes, especially for grandchildren. This could include language knowledge, property ownership, or frequent visits to Portugal.

Do I need to provide proof of integration into Portuguese society?

Yes, especially for grandchildren. This could include language knowledge, property ownership, or frequent visits to Portugal.

Can same-sex parents pass on Portuguese citizenship?

Yes. Portuguese law recognizes same-sex parents for nationality transmission.

Can same-sex parents pass on Portuguese citizenship?

Yes. Portuguese law recognizes same-sex parents for nationality transmission.

Can same-sex parents pass on Portuguese citizenship?

Yes. Portuguese law recognizes same-sex parents for nationality transmission.

Can same-sex parents pass on Portuguese citizenship?

Yes. Portuguese law recognizes same-sex parents for nationality transmission.

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Registered Office: 200a Stockport Road, Timperley, England, WA15 7UA. DolceVisa®  is not a law firm. Copyright © 2024 DolceVisa® – All Rights Reserved.


DolceVisa® is more than a legal service: it’s a movement. We’re reimagining what it means to move across borders with freedom, purpose, and belonging. From expert legal support to a vibrant global community, we make immigration feel less like paperwork, and more like possibility.

All rights reserved. DolceVisa® refers to the DolceVisa® network and/or one or more of its member firms, each of which is a separate legal entity. Please see how we are structured for further details.

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