You can apply for Portuguese citizenship after holding the Golden Visa for five years. During this period, you must maintain your investment and meet the minimal residency requirement of staying in Portugal for an average of 7 days per year.
Key Requirements:
- Five years of Golden Visa residency (without long absences).
- Basic Portuguese language proficiency (A2 Level) – proven through the CIPLE exam.
- Clean criminal record (no major offenses with sentences over 3 years).
- Proof of integration (optional but helpful – tax contributions, property, or community ties).
Application Process:
- After five years, apply at Portuguese authorities (Conservatória dos Registos Centrais, Loja do Cidadão, or a consulate).
- Submit passport, Golden Visa residence card, language certificate, criminal record, and proof of residency.
Citizenship applications take 12-24 months to process.
Benefits of Citizenship:
- No need to maintain investment
- Full EU citizenship – live, work, and travel freely in the EU & Schengen Area
- Access to Portuguese healthcare and social benefits
To learn more about Golden Visa Portugal and the eligible funds, visit our LinkedIn page or visit us at www.magnifygvfunds.com
Discover Golden Visa Portugal-eligible funds:
- CERES Food Retail: https://magnify.partners/fund-management/ceres/ (https://magnify.partners/fund-management/ceres/)
- HAVEN Hospitality: https://magnify.partners/fund-management/haven/ (https://magnify.partners/fund-management/haven/)
