Portugal Citizenship Law Change 2025 – How It Affects the Golden Visa

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Will Portugal really double the residency period for citizenship from 5 to 10 years? And what does this mean for Golden Visa applicants? In this video, U.S. immigration attorney Charles Raether explains the proposed 2025 law, how it works, and who it affects — including key dates, exemptions, and what Canadian, U.S., and other foreign investors should do now.

📌 What You’ll Learn:
— Details of the June 2025 citizenship law proposal
— Why it may NOT affect current Golden Visa applicants
— The truth about the “10-year rule” and start dates
— Key deadlines to lock in the current 5-year requirement
— Language, civics, and criminal record rules
— Impact on investment choices between Portugal & Greece
— How to prepare your application before the law changes

⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Portugal Golden Visa & citizenship debate
00:21 – The June 2025 proposal explained (5 to 10 years)
01:05 – Why Golden Visa rules remain unchanged
01:30 – Language and civics requirements
01:57 – Main concern: when 10 years would apply
02:41 – Which applicants are affected by the new rule
03:04 – How first residency permit date determines eligibility
03:36 – Even worst-case scenario doesn’t end the Golden Visa
03:53 – Comparison: Greece vs Portugal timelines
04:14 – Could Greece see a surge in applicants?
04:38 – Final advice & staying updated


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