Millions of people of Azorean descent are entitled to Portuguese citizenship by descent (children and grandchildren of Portuguese citizens). We handle the entire process: locating birth and marriage records in Azorean registries and parish archives, preparing the application, apostilles and translations, and filing with the competent authorities — without you needing to travel. The firm regularly provides legal assistance in English to American and Canadian citizens in the Azores.
How we can help
- Portuguese citizenship for children and grandchildren of Portuguese citizens
- Locating old birth and marriage records in the Azores
- Citizenship through marriage or civil partnership
- Residence visas (work, retirement, passive income)
- Residence permits and family reunification
- Legal assistance in English for U.S. and Canadian citizens in the Azores
- Property purchase and relocation support for foreign nationals
How it works
- 01
Book a Consultation
You will have the opportunity to clarify your questions and understand the first steps that will be taken.
- 02
Strategy Definition
We will discuss all legal options, possible scenarios and recommendations for moving forward.
- 03
Plan Execution
During execution, we will keep you informed of all developments and stages of the process.
- 04
Resolution & Conclusion
The goal is to ensure that your interests are protected and that you are satisfied with the outcome.
Frequently asked questions
- My grandparents were born in the Azores. Am I entitled to Portuguese citizenship?
- As a rule, yes: grandchildren of Portuguese citizens can obtain citizenship by proving the family link and legal requirements such as an effective connection to the Portuguese community. We assess each family tree and handle the entire documentary process.
- Do I need to travel to Portugal for the process?
- No. The entire citizenship process can be handled remotely with a power of attorney. We locate the necessary records in Azorean registries and file the application on your behalf.
- How long does a citizenship application take?
- It depends on the route (child, grandchild, marriage) and the completeness of the documents. Between record retrieval and final decision, applications usually take between 1 and 2.5 years. A well-prepared file from the start avoids delays.
