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02Jan

Portugal Reviews ARI Processing: What Investors Need to Know About Biometric Appointment Updates

The Portuguese government has recently implemented changes to the processing of Investment Residence Authorization (ARI) applications, specifically targeting investors awaiting biometric appointments. These modifications aim to enhance efficiency and address existing backlogs within the system.Key ChangesThe updates focus on prioritizing pending biometric appointments and streamlining the...
03Jul

Portugal Golden Visa: Residency Period Start Clarification

We are excited to bring to your attention a significant update regarding the submission date for residency applications. This development carries substantial implications for those aiming to apply for Portuguese citizenship after fulfilling the required residency period. We have received verbal confirmation from the immigration services...
25Mar

EU Parliament Approves Migration Procedure Time Reduction Law

A momentous development has unfolded as the European Parliament greenlights fresh regulations designed to simplify legal migration within the European Union (EU). These regulations entail strict timelines for processing residence permit applications, slashing waiting periods to a maximum of 90 days. Such a streamlined approach...
06Mar

Breaking Boundaries: A New Chapter in Immigration Law with AIMA Collaboration

We're thrilled to share a groundbreaking development: the signing of a historic collaboration protocol between the Lawyers and Solicitors Bar Associations and AIMA. This significant agreement, finalized yesterday, paves the way for solicitors and lawyers to temporarily assess pending cases, thereby easing AIMA's bureaucratic workload....
05Mar

Important Update: Release of the Amendment to the Citizenship Law

We are delighted to announce that the amendments to the Citizenship Law have been officially published today. As previously communicated, these amendments bring about significant changes to the citizenship application process. One crucial aspect of these changes is Article 15, which states: "For the purposes...
20Feb

Important Update: Ruling by the Constitutional Court

We are pleased to share an important update regarding proposed changes to immigration legislation in Portugal. Recently, the Portuguese Constitutional Law confirmed the compliance of these proposed changes with the Portuguese Constitution.The next critical phase in this process involves the document's final ratification by the...
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19Feb

Important Update on the Portugal Golden Visa Program!

The Golden Visa program has recently undergone some changes which end the granting of residence permits based on real estate acquisition. Investors may obtain a permit under the Golden Visa to acquire shares/units in non-real estate collective investment funds.Mercan Hospitality Investment Funds:Bridge View HotelHard...