5 Easiest Countries in Europe to Get Citizenship

1. Portugal

Average Score: 8.5

Portugal came in first place on our list of the easiest European countries to become a citizen in and has one of the most rapidly expanding citizenship laws because to its straightforward and accessible citizenship criteria. The country’s resident permits can be obtained by study, job, or marriage to a Portuguese national.

Those with basic Portuguese language skills and a minimum of five years of residence authorization are permitted to become citizens of this country. However, an applicant only needs to hold the residence permit and staying in the country for most of this period is not mandatory.

Portugal has developed as an ideal market for real estate investors in recent years. The Golden Visa program is another popular stream which allows non-EU citizens to obtain a 5-year residence permit by making a significant capital investment in the country. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Portugal Property, with over 4000 properties for sale on its website, is the country’s leading and most experienced real estate company.

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