Brazil–Portugal Special Reciprocal Status (Estatuto de Igualdade)
Under the 1971 Treaty of Friendship, Brazilians residing in Portugal and Portuguese residing in Brazil enjoy full civil and political equality, including voting rights in all elections. This goes beyond what any other bilateral arrangement offers. Brazilians in Portugal can naturalise after just 2 years (vs 5 years standard). This is the most privileged bilateral citizenship arrangement in the world. Voting rights in all elections | Naturalization: 2 years (vs 5 standard) | Most privileged bilateral arrangement globally | 1971 Treaty of Friendship | Fully reciprocal Eligible nationalities: Brazilian nationals in Portugal (and Portuguese nationals in Brazil)
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Citizenship by descent confers a nationality, which is permanent and carries no physical-presence requirement to retain
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- Fast processing time of 5 months
- Full civil and political equality
- No minimum stay requirement
- Leads to permanent residency
- Cultural and linguistic ties between Brazil and Portugal
What could change
Political changes in either country could impact treaty benefits.
Tax Notes
Portugal has a progressive tax system; residents are taxed on worldwide income.