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We help locate birth and baptism records of Portuguese ancestors in district archives and other Portuguese registries.
Citizenship & Passports
Portuguese Citizenship and Nationality Applications
Explore Portuguese nationality through descent, marriage or legal residence, subject to the applicable eligibility rules.
Overview
What this service helps you with.
Portuguese nationality offers rights associated with European Union citizenship, including the ability to live, study and work in EU member states under the relevant rules. We assist with nationality applications based on family descent, such as children or grandchildren of Portuguese nationals, marriage or legally recognized partnerships with a Portuguese citizen, and qualifying periods of lawful residence in Portugal, depending on the legal requirements in force.
Important to know
Nationality applications may face delays because of inconsistencies in names, incomplete civil records or requests for additional documentation. Our team helps prepare and monitor applications, with particular attention to accurate and complete supporting documents.
How it works
How we work.
Review and correct discrepancies
We check for inconsistencies in names and dates across Portuguese and foreign records and advise on necessary corrections.
Prepare the application file
We assemble the certificates and other required materials, including full copies, certified reproductions and apostilles when applicable.
Submit and monitor the application
We support filing with the competent civil registry office and follow the process through to a decision and registration if approved.
Checklist
What you usually need.
01
A birth record or certificate for the Portuguese ancestor, where relevant.
02
The applicant’s full birth certificate, apostilled when required.
03
Birth records for parents or grandparents needed to demonstrate the line of descent, where applicable.
04
A certified or apostilled copy of the applicant’s identification document, if required.