INLIS Consulting

The President of the Republic today promulgated the parliamentary decree amending the Nationality Law, approved by PSD, Chega, IL and CDS-PP, but wished it had been based on "greater consensus", without "the ideological marks of the moment". Portugal Nationality Law: Key Changes and Impact on Pending Applications At the same time, the President emphasized a critical principle: pending applications should not be adversely affected, underscoring the importance of legal certainty and...

Applying for a Portuguese residence visa is often the first step toward building a life in Portugal. But what happens if your application is refused? A visa refusal can feel like the end of the road, but legally, it’s not. Under Portuguese law, a rejection is simply an administrative decision that can be challenged, corrected, or reapplied for strategically. What Is a Portuguese Residence Visa? A Portuguese residence visa (Type D visa) allows non-EU nationals to enter Portugal for the purpose...

In 2026, processing delays at AIMA (Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo) have reached a tipping point. Investors are no longer waiting; they are litigating. The Scale of the Problem, From Administrative Delays to Systemic Failure The current situation is not a temporary bottleneck. It is a system-level backlog crisis. Golden Visa applicants are facing delays exceeding 12 months for renewals and issuance Legal processing timelines of 90 days are being exceeded by up to 12x, with...