05Immigration law
European citizenship
For those who have, or may obtain, citizenship of a European Union country and want to exercise in Portugal the rights it gives them and their family.
02What it is
Rights that cross borders
Citizens of a European Union Member State can generally exercise rights linked to that citizenship in Portugal, such as living and working here, subject to the conditions set by law. In some cases these rights extend to relatives.
Where citizenship has not yet been recognised, the assessment depends on the law of the country concerned and may require coordination with professionals in that country. The first step is to understand the starting point.
03Three aspects
What the assessment covers
The precise scope depends on each case and is confirmed with the lawyer.
Rights in Portugal
What citizenship allows you to do in Portugal and under which conditions.
Family
How the position extends, or does not extend, to a spouse, children and other relatives.
Tailored plan
The order of steps, to avoid unnecessary or ill-timed applications.
04How we support you
Twelve stars, one step at a time.
Each step lights up another part of the design.
- Step 01/04
Legal framework
We establish which citizenship exists or may exist and in which country.
- Step 02/04
Tailored plan
We design the route for your situation and your family's.
- Step 03/04
Documentation
We prepare the necessary evidence, with translations and apostilles where required.
- Step 04/04
In Portugal
We handle registrations and procedures for exercising rights in the country.
05Documents
Documents in general terms
Documents may vary depending on the case and the country of citizenship.
- 01Document proving citizenship, where already recognised
- 02Certificates showing family ties, where citizenship has not yet been recognised
- 03Identity documents
- 04Proof of address in Portugal, where applicable
- 05Translations and apostilles of foreign documents
Documents may vary depending on the case.
06When to seek support
When to speak to the firm
When you know a relative has European citizenship and want to understand what it means for you.
When you already have citizenship of a European Union country and intend to settle in Portugal.
When the family has several nationalities and the order of applications needs to be decided.
07Frequently asked questions
Questions about european citizenship
General answers. Your case may have particularities that only an assessment with the lawyer can clarify.
01Does European citizenship automatically give the right to live in Portugal?
It generally gives rights of movement and residence, but subject to conditions and formalities. We confirm what applies to your case.
02What if citizenship has not yet been recognised?
The first step is then to understand the recognition route, which depends on the law of the country concerned. It may be necessary to work with professionals in that country.
03Is the family covered too?
In some cases, yes, with specific conditions. We assess the family composition and the applicable legal framework.
04Do I need a visa if I have European citizenship?
Generally, not in the same way as a citizen from outside the European Union, but there are registration formalities. We explain what applies to your case.
KSContact
Would you like to discuss european citizenship?
The initial conversation helps us understand your case and a possible route.