The Portuguese Government has approved significant amendments to the nationality and foreign residents' laws, aiming to reintroduce distinctions based on the origin of applicants and adjust residency requirements. This move reverts to the 1994 legislation, which was amended in 2006, by differentiating the minimum residency period for citizens from Portuguese-speaking countries versus others. Additionally, the changes align with the 2003 European Directive on family reunification, focusing on streamlining the process while ensuring compliance with EU standards.
Key Changes Include:
- Reintroduction of differentiated residency requirements for nationality applicants, favoring those from Portuguese-speaking countries.
- Adjustments to family reunification policies, ensuring they meet the 2003 EU directive's guidelines.
These amendments are part of the Government's broader effort to modernize and tighten immigration and nationality laws, reflecting current societal and demographic challenges.
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