The launch of the new electronic platform for processing nationality applications in Portugal has brought significant advances in the way these processes are managed and presented by Lawyers.
This modernization aims to increase efficiency, transparency and speed, especially in communication between...
D2 Visa: Entrepreneurship and Independent Activity in Portugal
The D2 Visa is an option for foreigners who wish to settle in Portugal to carry out a business or independent professional activity , with a focus on the target public in this territory. The main aim is to boost the country’s domestic market.
This visa is especially aimed at entrepreneurs...
Portuguese Nationality after 5 Years of Legal Residence
If you have been legally resident in Portugal for at least 5 years (in the last 15 years), you can apply for Portuguese nationality by length of residence. This process is regulated by Article 6(1) of the Portuguese Nationality Law and has clear requirements that must be met in order for the application...
How does the Portuguese Nationality Process work for grandchildren?
For each Portuguese nationality process, it is essential to submit a dossier containing original documents. An important point is that great-grandchildren of Portuguese citizens cannot apply for nationality directly.
In this case, the grandson or granddaughter must first acquire nationality and,...
D2 Visa: Entrepreneurship and Independent Activity in Portugal
The D2 Visa is an option for foreigners who wish to settle in Portugal to carry out a business or independent professional activity , with a focus on the target public in this territory. The main aim is to boost the country’s domestic market.
This visa is especially aimed at entrepreneurs...
Is it possible to apply for a mortgage to buy a house in Portugal as a foreigner?
The answer is yes, it is possible for foreigners to obtain financing to buy a property in Portugal. Both residents and non-residents can apply for housing loans from Portuguese banks, as long as they meet the requirements set by the financial institutions.
With attractive interest rates, the...
How to Avoid Scams When Buying Property in Portugal: What You Need to Know
Buying a property in Portugal can be an excellent opportunity, but, as in any real estate market, there are pitfalls that can cause you to pay much more than the fair value.
Foreigners who don’t know the Portuguese market well often end up buying overpriced properties or properties in areas...
Special Action for the Protection of Rights, Freedoms and Guarantees: Request for an Appointment to Issue and Renew a Residence Permit at AIMA and IRN
In Portugal, applying for and issuing or renewing residence permits has become a lengthy process for many immigrants due to the overloaded services of AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum).
In response to this situation, there is a legal action commonly known as a “queue-busting...
How to Avoid Problems When Renting a Property in Portugal: What You Should Know
Renting a property in Portugal may seem simple, but many foreigners, both during the visa process and after arriving in the country, end up making rash decisions that result in financial losses.
The Portuguese rental market has several nuances that need to be analyzed carefully to avoid future...