Portuguese Citizenship and Residency

Explore our all-in-one relocation service to Portugal and get your European citizenship in just 5 years!

Portuguese Citizenship and Residency

Explore our all-in-one relocation
service to Portugal and get your
European citizenship in just 5 years!

WHY PORTUGAL?

BENEFITS OF RELOCATING TO PORTUGAL

The cost of living is
3 times lower
compared to the US
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Free quality

medical care

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It was ranked
the 7th safest country
in the world

Residency & Citizenship benefits
Of living in Portugal

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Cost of Living

The cost of living is three times lower than in the United States.

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Citizenship in Just 5 Years

The opportunity to obtain EU citizenship in just 5 years and one of the strongest
passports in the world.

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5th Strongest Passport Worldwide

Portuguese passport grants visa-free access to 189 countries worldwide. Having the right to travel freely in the world is certainly a privilege that only
a few can appreciate.

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Fastest-Growing Economy in the EU

GDP has been ahead of the eurozone average (Eurostat). Portugal has an attractive
business environment and
stable political situation.

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High Quality of Life

Portugal ranks 20th in the World Happiness Report, ahead of the US, France and Italy.

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Visa-Free Travelling

Citizens of countries outside the European Union who have obtained Portuguese
documents, can freely travel to all countries within the Schengen area.

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Accessibility to Free Healthcare

Portugal’s healthcare system ranks 13th in the world according to the
World Health Organization.
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Safety

Portugal ranks among the top 7 safest countries on the Global Peace Index in 2023, whereas the US is positioned at 131st place.

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Healthy Lifestyle

Portugal boasts over 300 sunny days annually, featuring a mild climate, the benefits of coastal living, and access to high-quality nutritious food.

Sign up for a consultation with our relocation experts and find out about the costs of our services

Our all-in-one relocation service is a way of obtaining a residence permit, permanent residency and citizenship in Portugal for families, retirees, business owners and entrepreneurs, digital nomads and employees. Tell us about your specific case during the consultation to receive an individualized all-in-one relocation plan

    WAYS TO RELOCATE TO PORTUGAL

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    Get Portuguese citizenship

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    Get Portuguese residency

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    Get the Portuguese Golden Visa

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    Get dual citizenship

    CLIENT stories

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    Request: 

    Move to Portugal as a Digital Nomad

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    Mainmanager at an IT company
    Main$120 000/year
    Mainmale
    Mainsingle, no children
    Mainlive and work remotely in Portugal for at least 5 years, have access to easy travel around Europe and save on everyday life
    Completed by the Relyon team:
    all-in-one service for the 2-year Digital Nomad visa process
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    Request: 

    Relocation to Portugal as an Entrepreneur

    Mainmoving from Ukraine, Kharkiv
    Mainfounder of car service company
    Main$300,000/year
    Mainmale
    Mainspouse
    MainLive in safe place and open a branch
    in Portugal
    Completed by the Relyon team:
    all-in-one service according to D2 Visa process for Entrepreneurs
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    Request: 

    relocation to Portugal as an employee of Portuguese Company

    mother, spouse, son 6 years old

    Mainmoving from Russian Federation, Moscow
    MainC-level manager in IT company
    Main$24 000/year
    Mainfemale
    Mainmother, spouse, son 6 years old
    Mainrelocate to Portugal lifelong. Live, study, work, get free quality medical care in Portugal
    Completed by the Relyon team:
    all-in-one service according to D3 Visa process for Highly Qualified Applicants
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    Request: 

    Get the Portuguese Citizenship just in 5 years without residing in Portugal

    Mainmoving from Nursultan, Kazakhstan
    MainFounder of Grocery shops network
    Main$300 000/year
    Mainmale
    Mainspouse, daughter 9 years, son 15 years old
    MainHave a back up plan without living in Portugal. Visa-free travels thanks to EU residence permit/citizenship
    Completed by the Relyon team:
    all-in-one service for the Portuguese Golden Visa procedure
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    What exactly do we do for you

      What are the costs?

      Temporary Plan

      An all-in-one service
      of obtaining
      a temporary residency permit in Portugal

      €6900

      Permanent Plan

      An all-in-one service of obtaining a residence permit and permanent residency in Portugal

      €9900

      Citizenship Plan

      An all-in-one service of obtaining Portuguese Citizenship

      €12900

        Why do our clients trust us?

        100 clients have obtained with us
        residency and citizenship in Portugal

        30 businesses have been bought
        by clients with our service

        50 companies established for our clients

        €12,000,000 facilitated in real estate
        transactions for clients

        Minimum client involvement in the
        relocation process

        100 clients have obtained with us residency and citizenship in Portugal

        30 businesses have been bought by clients with our service

        50 companies established for our clients

        €12,000,000 facilitated in real estate transactions for clients

        Minimum client involvement in the relocation process

        Find out more about our all-in-one services from the speech of the Relyon founder at the “Big Money Forum” in New York

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        ABOUT RELYON

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        Relyon is an all-in-one relocation service for individuals, families and businesses dreaming of moving to Portugal.

        We are a team of professionals – immigration lawyers, relocation experts and realtors here to offer you comprehensive, prompt and reliable relocation support.

        With firsthand experience of relocating to Portugal and navigating through challenges, we have crafted an exceptional pathway of getting Portuguese citizenship.

        We get great satisfaction from guiding individuals towards a positive life transformation, empowering them to reside exactly where they aspire to be!

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        Relyon is an all-in-one relocation service for individuals, families and businesses dreaming of moving to Portugal.

        We are a team of professionals – immigration lawyers, relocation experts and realtors is here to offer you comprehensive, prompt and reliable relocation support.

        With firsthand experience of relocating to Portugal and navigating through challenges, we have crafted an exceptional way of getting Portuguese citizenship.

        We get great satisfaction from guiding individuals towards a positive life transformation, empowering them to reside exactly where they aspire to be!

        FAQ

        Our service is all-in-one, that means you have nothing to worry about while working with us, except for personal paperwork. Our experienced lawyers will guide you along the process. We will assist you in the preparation of the application and all the necessary steps in the Portuguese Consulate and with the Immigration Agency (obtaining a Portuguese tax number, opening a Portuguese bank account, obtaining a residence permit or citizenship in Portugal, etc.)

        Obtaining Portuguese residency refers to the legal process through which an individual, who is not a citizen of Portugal, gains the right to live permanently in the country. This process can be initiated by individuals who have found a job in Portugal,  who want to study there, or by individuals and family, who want to move to Portugal.

        The process of obtaining Portuguese residence is a multistep procedure that typically takes between 6 to 9 months. However, it’s important to note that the duration can vary significantly depending on several factors, such as your country of residence and the waiting time at the consulate.

         

        Yes, sure you can. Most Portuguese people learn English at school from a young age. You won’t have any problem communicating, especially in areas with a big expat community.

        To obtain Portuguese citizenship, several pathways are available, each with specific requirements:

        1. Naturalization:

        • Have legal Portuguese residency for at least 5 years.
        • Have a clean criminal record.

        2. Marriage to a Portuguese Citizen:

        • Be married to a Portuguese citizen for at least 3 years.
        • Maintain a connection to the Portuguese community.

        3. Golden Visa Program:

        • Invest in a Portuguese fund of meet other investment criteria.

        4. Birth in Portugal:

        • Children born in Portugal to foreign parents who have residency in Portugal for at least 1 year.

        5. Temporary or permanent residents

        • Holders of Portuguese residence cards can obtain Portuguese citizenship after living in Portugal for 5 years.

        Each path has specific documentation and procedural requirements, so it’s advisable to consult with Relyon to navigate the process efficiently.

         

        The only option would be the Portuguese Golden Visa. It’s the only official program of obtaining Portuguese Citizenship which allows you to spend just a minimum of 7 days a year. All other programs require you to live in Portugal for more than 183 days a year.

        We would recommend that you come to visit Portugal on a tourist visa only if you want to live there for less than 90 days. If you want to stay longer you will need to start the proper process from your country of residence and apply for a 1 or 2 year Digital Nomad Visa, because it’s not possible to start the process on a tourist visa.

        Yes, sure. You need to consult with Relyon Relocation to obtain a Portuguese D2 visa for entrepreneurs. Depending on each specific case, we will offer several options: creating a company from the ground up, acquiring an established enterprise, establishing a branch of your business in Portugal, or relocating your own company to Portugal.

         

        The main advantage of the Portuguese Golden Visa is that there is no need to live in Portugal until you and your family are going through the process of obtaining Citizenship. It’s the one official program of obtaining Portuguese Citizenship which allows you to do that. All others require living in Portugal for more than 183 days a year, whereas the Golden Visa in Portugal is just a minimum of 7 days a year.

        Yes, as a retiree from the US or UK (non EU country), you can legally live in Portugal for most of the year. The most common visa option for retirees is the D7 Visa, also known as the Passive Income Visa.

        Yes, if you are a citizen of the UK and get Portuguese citizenship, you will hold dual citizenship. Portugal allows dual citizenship, so you can retain your UK citizenship while becoming a Portuguese citizen. This means you will enjoy the rights and privileges of both countries, such as the ability to live, work, and travel freely within the EU as a Portuguese citizen, and maintain your rights in the UK.

        OUR TEAM

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        Elena Bykovets

        RelyOn Founder & CEO
        Entrepreneur. Created 3 successful businesses in different areas from scratch
        Mentor. More than 15 companies have been launched under her leadership
        Extensive experience. 17 years of experience in big corporate business and as a successful entrepreneur
        Primary Skill: Business Development
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        Andrei Orlov

        RelyOn Head of Sales
        Career. Built Sales Team for more than + 7 companies
        Results. Achieved consistently high sales performance, surpassing annual revenue targets
        Extensive Experience. More than +10 years of experience in sales and management
        Primary Skill: Effective leadership
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        Natalia Bondarenko

        RelyOn Head of Partners Department
        Career. Successfully led the teams in expanding market share by penetrating new territories or capturing additional segments of the market
        Results. Established and nurtured strategic partnerships with key industry players
        Extensive Experience. More than +8 years experience in management
        Primary Skill: Partnership Management
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        Clara Ferreira

        Relyon SMM
        Career. Has been working more than 20 projects as a SMM
        Results. Has improved over + 20 marketing & social media strategies and gained over +200 000 Euros of income based on it
        Extensive Experience. More than +7 years of experience in marketing and social media management
        Primary Skill: Content Management
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