Portuguese Nationality
Start your Portuguese nationality application through marriage, naturalization, or attribution. Full support throughout the IRN process.
What is your situation?
By marriage: married to a Portuguese citizen for at least 3 years.
By naturalization: legal residence in Portugal for at least 5 years.
By attribution: children of Portuguese nationals or born on Portuguese territory.
Grandchildren of Portuguese: effective ties to the Portuguese community.
Descendants of Sephardic Jews: proven connection to the community.
There are several ways to obtain Portuguese nationality. Each has specific requirements and different timelines.
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The entire process without traveling to Portugal.
Licensed in PT and BR
Legal practice in both legal systems.
No Unnecessary Process
Only what your case truly requires.
From application to nationality
- ✓By marriage: married to a Portuguese citizen for at least 3 years
- ✓By naturalization: legal residence in Portugal for at least 5 years
- ✓By attribution: children of Portuguese nationals or born on Portuguese territory
- ✓Grandchildren of Portuguese: effective ties to the Portuguese community
- ✓Descendants of Sephardic Jews: proven connection to the community
Not sure if your case qualifies? Fill out the form — the initial analysis is free.
From application to nationality
Case assessment
We analyze your situation and identify the best path to obtain Portuguese nationality.
Document preparation
We organize all required documents, including apostilles, translations, and certificates.
Filing and follow-up
We submit the application to the IRN and follow through to the final decision.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the nationality process take?
Through ancestry, the typical timeline is 4 to 8 months. Through naturalization, between 12 and 24 months. When legal deadlines are exceeded, judicial pathways exist to compel the IRN to decide.
Do I need to live in Portugal to apply for nationality?
It depends on the route. Through ancestry, residence in Portugal is not required. Through naturalization, continuous legal residence is required. We assess each case individually.
My grandfather was Portuguese — am I entitled to nationality?
Possibly yes. The law allows acquisition through ancestry up to the 3rd degree in certain situations. Fill out the form to verify whether you qualify.
What is apostille and why is it required?
Apostille is the authentication of documents issued abroad so they are accepted in Portugal. It is required for birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other foreign documents.
How much does the service cost?
The price depends on the nationality route and the documentary complexity of your case. Fill out the form to receive a detailed proposal at no commitment.
What if the IRN requests additional documents?
We handle all communication and responses to the IRN within legal deadlines, without you needing to manage it directly.
How long does the IRN take to decide?
It varies: ancestry cases typically take 4 to 8 months; naturalization cases, 12 to 24 months. When the legal deadline is exceeded, judicial action can compel the IRN to decide.
Do I need to be in Portugal?
No. Everything is handled remotely with a power of attorney. You don't need to travel to Portugal at any stage.
What documents do I need?
It depends on the type of application. Generally: birth certificate, criminal record, proof of residency, and proof of Portuguese language proficiency (A2). We send you a personalized checklist.
Can the IRN deny my application?
Yes, but most denials can be contested. Common reasons include incomplete documentation or failure to meet residency requirements. We verify everything before filing.