Recently, the Portuguese Socialist Party proposed amendments during the parliamentary committee stage regarding the "Nationality Law Amendment Bill" submitted by the current government. Key points are as follows:
Requirements for legal residence duration for naturalization
• 5 years retained for those born in EU and Portuguese-speaking countries
• 7 years of legal residence required for applicants from non-EU/non-Portuguese-speaking countries to apply for naturalization
Residence duration requirements for children's naturalization
• Naturalization of minor children: Parents must have at least one year of legal residence
• Naturalization of children born in Portugal: At least one parent must have resided in Portugal for at least one year
Regarding the new draft content
Industry speculations:
1. Applicants who meet the 5-year residence requirement under current law before December 31, 2026, will still be subject to the 5-year rule;
2. Applicants who already hold a residence permit and have submitted their online application before the new Nationality Law takes effect will be protected and may still enjoy the 5-year residence requirement.
It is reported that the parliament will discuss the amendments this Wednesday. Worldway will continue to monitor the situation and share any new information with you as soon as possible.
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