Short answer: after accruing the required lawful residence years on a golden visa, assess naturalisation. Language, basic civic knowledge and character usually apply. Day-count rules follow nationality law.
Portuguese Citizenship After Golden Visa
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Residence years, language and character under nationality law.
FAQ
Five years enough?
Follow current nationality-law years plus other conditions.
Must live every day?
Naturalisation usually demands more real presence than mere renewal.
Children together?
Age and whether they are already residents matter.