Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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There has been a lot of confusion around Portuguese citizenship timelines and whether waiting time still counts. In this short clip, we explain how Portugal’s Constitutional Court rejected proposed changes and confirmed that grandfathering must be maintained.

This means that waiting time should still be considered when assessing Portuguese citizenship eligibility, even though past regulations were never fully implemented. Go for anyone living in Portugal or planning to apply for citizenship.

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🎥 Watch the full expert discussion for more context and practical guidance: youtu.be/3nq_69Grmr4

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