Portugal citizenship
1 current source-backed citizenship pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | An adult who has legally resided in Portugal for at least five years may qualify for naturalisation if they show knowledge of Portuguese and meet the statutory good-conduct and other nationality conditions. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | Application fee (naturalisation justice fee) | 250 EUR | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Application fee (route) | 250 EUR | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Years of residence required (general) | 10 years | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Language level required | required, no CEFR level set (Portuguese) | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Other citizenship may be kept | yes | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Where to apply | at a consulate or in the country | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | The official Portuguese work guide states that a foreign person working in Portugal has the same rights and duties as someone with Portuguese nationality. | Official source |