The 'Secret' Portugal Residency Permit That Works in 25 EU Countries

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There's a Portuguese residency permit that works in 25 EU countries, but almost nobody applies for it...

It's called EU Long-Term Residency, and most people don't even know it exists. Instead, they default to the much more widely-known Portuguese Permanent Residency, which only works in Portugal.

In this video, I break down both options, explain why EU Long-Term Residency gives you conditional mobility across 25 EU countries, and finally show you why full EU citizenship is still the ultimate goal. 🇪🇺

What you'll learn:
👉 The two types of permanent residency in Portugal (most people don't know about the second one)
👉 Why one option gives you rights in 25 EU countries and the other doesn't
👉 How Portugal's proposed citizenship timeline extensions may change everything
👉 How to decide which path makes the most sense for your situation & goals

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:18 - The 'Secret' EU Residency Pathway Nobody Tells You About
2:52 - Portuguese Permanent Residency (PR) - The Default Choice
5:02 - EU Long-Term Residency: The Hidden Middle Option
9:44 - EU Citizenship: The Ultimate Goal
12:26 - Portugal's Proposed Timeline Extension
13:04 - Which Path Should You Choose?
16:27 - The Bottom Line

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Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and is not legal or immigration advice. I'm not a lawyer and cannot provide personalised advice. Always consult qualified professionals for your specific situation.