Europe2All in Portugal
Europe2All in Portugal
Consultancy on Portuguese Nationality, Visas, Residency, Academic/Professional Recognition, and Practical Life
We operate in a consultancy model, not as a law firm. When the case requires judicial action in Portugal, we work in partnership with Portuguese lawyers duly registered with the Bar Association.
Consultancy on Portuguese Nationality, Visas, Residency, Academic/Professional Recognition, and Practical Life
We operate in a consultancy model, not as a law firm. When the case requires judicial action in Portugal, we work in partnership with Portuguese lawyers duly registered with the Bar Association.
What are you looking for?
What are you looking for?
What are you looking for?
Portuguese Nationality (Nationality Law)
Portuguese Nationality (Nationality Law)
Portuguese nationality is regulated by Law no. 37/81 (Nationality Law), constantly amended over the years. Today there are several possible pathways, and each requires careful analysis.
Nationality by origin
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Nationality for spouses and partners of Portuguese nationals
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Nationality by naturalization
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Portuguese Nationality for Citizens of Former Portuguese Colonies
Portuguese Nationality for Citizens of Former Portuguese Colonies
Portuguese Nationality for Citizens of Former Portuguese Colonies
Portugal had several overseas possessions (Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Goa, Macau, East Timor, among others). Decolonization was regulated, among other diplomas, by Decree-Law no. 308-A/75.
Portugal had several overseas possessions (Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Goa, Macau, East Timor, among others). Decolonization was regulated, among other diplomas, by Decree-Law no. 308-A/75.
Portugal had several overseas possessions (Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Goa, Macau, East Timor, among others). Decolonization was regulated, among other diplomas, by Decree-Law no. 308-A/75.
In many cases:
It was presumed that people would acquire the nationality of the new State, automatically losing their Portuguese nationality, except for exceptions (e.g., those born in the metropole and residing in the colonies, or those who maintained a special connection with Portugal).
However, children and grandchildren of Portuguese nationals from the former colonies may still have rights to nationality, depending on dates of birth, registrations, and family ties.
In many cases:
It was presumed that people would acquire the nationality of the new State, automatically losing their Portuguese nationality, except for exceptions (e.g., those born in the metropole and residing in the colonies, or those who maintained a special connection with Portugal).
However, children and grandchildren of Portuguese nationals from the former colonies may still have rights to nationality, depending on dates of birth, registrations, and family ties.
In many cases:
It was presumed that people would acquire the nationality of the new State, automatically losing their Portuguese nationality, except for exceptions (e.g., those born in the metropole and residing in the colonies, or those who maintained a special connection with Portugal).
However, children and grandchildren of Portuguese nationals from the former colonies may still have rights to nationality, depending on dates of birth, registrations, and family ties.
East Timor (Timorese)
East Timor (Timorese)
East Timor (Timorese)
In many cases, people born in Timor until 19/05/2002 with a Portuguese father or mother, or in certain situations with a special bond, may be entitled to Portuguese nationality or to the transcription of their birth as Portuguese.
In many cases, people born in Timor until 19/05/2002 with a Portuguese father or mother, or in certain situations with a special bond, may be entitled to Portuguese nationality or to the transcription of their birth as Portuguese.
In many cases, people born in Timor until 19/05/2002 with a Portuguese father or mother, or in certain situations with a special bond, may be entitled to Portuguese nationality or to the transcription of their birth as Portuguese.
Analysis of parochial and civil certificates from Timor
Analysis of parochial and civil certificates from Timor
Strategies for nationality attribution for Timorese and their descendants
Strategies for nationality attribution for Timorese and their descendants
Transcription of birth and marriage in Portugal
Transcription of birth and marriage in Portugal
Complete roadmaps for those living in Timor, the United Kingdom, Brazil, other CPLP countries, or the diaspora
Complete roadmaps for those living in Timor, the United Kingdom, Brazil, other CPLP countries, or the diaspora
Other former colonies
Other former colonies
Other former colonies
Children and grandchildren of individuals born in Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Goa, Macau, etc., who were Portuguese at the time of independence or maintained it.
Children and grandchildren of individuals born in Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Goa, Macau, etc., who were Portuguese at the time of independence or maintained it.
Children and grandchildren of individuals born in Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Goa, Macau, etc., who were Portuguese at the time of independence or maintained it.
In-depth study of family history and applicable legislation
In-depth study of family history and applicable legislation
Mapping of documents (baptism, birth, marriage, naturalization records)
Mapping of documents (baptism, birth, marriage, naturalization records)
Strategy for nationality or regularization of the Portuguese situation, when possible
Strategy for nationality or regularization of the Portuguese situation, when possible
Visas and Residence Permits for Portugal
Visas and Residence Permits for Portugal
Visas and Residence Permits for Portugal
Portugal works with national long-stay visas (Type D) and residence permits, regulated by Law no. 23/2007 and amendments, including the recent reform of Law no. 61/2025, which made the regime stricter (especially in family reunification and work visas).
Europe2All acts in the strategy and document preparation of the main types of visa:
Portugal works with national long-stay visas (Type D) and residence permits, regulated by Law no. 23/2007 and amendments, including the recent reform of Law no. 61/2025, which made the regime stricter (especially in family reunification and work visas).
Europe2All acts in the strategy and document preparation of the main types of visa:
Portugal works with national long-stay visas (Type D) and residence permits, regulated by Law no. 23/2007 and amendments, including the recent reform of Law no. 61/2025, which made the regime stricter (especially in family reunification and work visas).
Europe2All acts in the strategy and document preparation of the main types of visa:
Work Visa and Highly Qualified Activity
Work Visa and Highly Qualified Activity
Subordinate work (employee with a contract)
Highly qualified activity / EU Blue Card / researchers and teachers, according to European and Portuguese regime
Subordinate work (employee with a contract)
Highly qualified activity / EU Blue Card / researchers and teachers, according to European and Portuguese regime
D2 Visa – Entrepreneur / Independent Activity
D2 Visa – Entrepreneur / Independent Activity
For those who intend to undertake or exercise independent activity in Portugal (entrepreneurs, managing partners, liberal professionals).
For those who intend to undertake or exercise independent activity in Portugal (entrepreneurs, managing partners, liberal professionals).
D3 Visa – Highly Qualified Activity
D3 Visa – Highly Qualified Activity
Intended for highly qualified professionals (technology, engineering, health, higher education, etc.).
Intended for highly qualified professionals (technology, engineering, health, higher education, etc.).
Study and Research Visa (D4 and others)
Study and Research Visa (D4 and others)
For those who intend to study in Portugal in:
Universities, polytechnics, and higher education schools
Mobility, exchange, or research programs
Internships and volunteering under certain conditions
For those who intend to study in Portugal in:
Universities, polytechnics, and higher education schools
Mobility, exchange, or research programs
Internships and volunteering under certain conditions
D7 Visa – Own Income / Retirees
D7 Visa – Own Income / Retirees
For people with stable income outside Portugal (pensions, rents, investments, etc.) who want to reside in the country.
For people with stable income outside Portugal (pensions, rents, investments, etc.) who want to reside in the country.
D8 Visa – Digital Nomad / Remote Work
D8 Visa – Digital Nomad / Remote Work
Visa for those who work remotely for employers or clients abroad and want to live in Portugal.
Visa for those who work remotely for employers or clients abroad and want to live in Portugal.
Family Reunification (D6 Visa and new rules)
Family Reunification (D6 Visa and new rules)
Portugal allows the reunification of family members of legal residents, but the rules were tightened in 2025 (more minimum residency time for the holder, criteria for housing, resources, etc.).
Portugal allows the reunification of family members of legal residents, but the rules were tightened in 2025 (more minimum residency time for the holder, criteria for housing, resources, etc.).
Job Search Visa – current regime
Job Search Visa – current regime
The traditional job search visa was cancelled in October 2025 and will be replaced by a visa for qualified work, dependent on regulation (specific technical skills, etc.).
The traditional job search visa was cancelled in October 2025 and will be replaced by a visa for qualified work, dependent on regulation (specific technical skills, etc.).
Recognition of Diplomas and Professional Qualifications in Portugal
Recognition of Diplomas and Professional Qualifications in Portugal
Academic recognition of degrees (bachelor's, master's, doctorate)
Academic recognition of degrees (bachelor's, master's, doctorate)
The recognition of foreign diplomas is regulated by Decree-Law no. 66/2018, in a system now fully digital managed by DGES.
There are three main types of recognition:
The recognition of foreign diplomas is regulated by Decree-Law no. 66/2018, in a system now fully digital managed by DGES.
There are three main types of recognition:
Automatic recognition – for equivalent degrees from foreign universities on predefined lists
Level recognition – equivalence to bachelor's, master's, or doctorate level
Specific recognition – more detailed analysis of the study plan by a Portuguese university
Professional recognition
Professional recognition
Some professions in Portugal are regulated by professional orders (doctors, lawyers, engineers, nurses, psychologists, etc.), each with its own rules.
Example: the Medical Association requires specific registration, with fees, analysis of training, and, in some cases, internships or exams.
Some professions in Portugal are regulated by professional orders (doctors, lawyers, engineers, nurses, psychologists, etc.), each with its own rules.
Example: the Medical Association requires specific registration, with fees, analysis of training, and, in some cases, internships or exams.
Practical Life in Portugal
Practical Life in Portugal
Practical Life in Portugal
Portugal is beautiful, but it also has bureaucracy. We help turn chaos into a checklist.
Portugal is beautiful, but it also has bureaucracy. We help turn chaos into a checklist.
Portugal is beautiful, but it also has bureaucracy. We help turn chaos into a checklist.
Application for NIF (tax identification number)
Application for NIF (tax identification number)
NISS, registration in social security (when applicable)
NISS, registration in social security (when applicable)
Registration in the SNS (national health system), when eligible
Registration in the SNS (national health system), when eligible
Organization of documents upon arrival and renewal of residence titles
Organization of documents upon arrival and renewal of residence titles
Strategic Consultancy and Premium Follow-up – Portugal
Strategic Consultancy and Premium Follow-up – Portugal
Strategic Consultancy and Premium Follow-up – Portugal
Strategic Consultancy
Strategic Consultancy
Indicated for those at the decision point:
Indicated for those at the decision point:
"Portugal or another European country?"
"Portugal or another European country?"
"Nationality, residence visa, or both in the long term?"
"Nationality, residence visa, or both in the long term?"
"Study first, then work, then nationality?"
"Study first, then work, then nationality?"
Premium Follow-up
Premium Follow-up
For families, entrepreneurs, or more complex profiles, with:
For families, entrepreneurs, or more complex profiles, with:
Centralized timeline (nationality + visas + academic/professional recognition)
Centralized timeline (nationality + visas + academic/professional recognition)
Checkpoints and recurrent communication via email/WhatsApp
Checkpoints and recurrent communication via email/WhatsApp
Coordination with partners in Portugal (law, accounting, translations, etc.) when necessary
Coordination with partners in Portugal (law, accounting, translations, etc.) when necessary
Ready to start on the right path?
Ready to start on the right path?
Send your data and receive a suggested route + initial checklist.
Send your data and receive a suggested route + initial checklist.
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