Portuguese Nationality
Understand the pathways to becoming a Portuguese citizen — through residency, marriage, birth, or descent — and what each process involves under the current law.
Paths to Citizenship
Portugal offers several routes to nationality. The most common for immigrants is naturalisation through legal residency. Since the 2026 law change, the minimum residence period is 7 years for CPLP and EU nationals, or 10 years for others.
Related Categories
Immigration & AIMA
Visas, residency permits, NIF, and AIMA appointments — the foundation for your nationality application.
Education
Portuguese language courses and credential recognition to support your integration requirements.
Living in Portugal
Practical guides for building the community connection that strengthens your application.
Useful Links
IRN — Instituto dos Registos e Notariado
The authority responsible for processing Portuguese nationality applications.
ePortugal — Nationality Services
Submit nationality applications and check requirements through Portugal's digital services portal.
Diário da República
Official gazette — check the latest nationality law amendments and regulations.