Portugal Citizenship Changes: What Golden Visa Investors Need to Know
20th May 2026
17:00 GMT+1
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About the Webinar
Portugal's Nationality Law is undergoing its most significant shake-up in years, and further decisions are expected in the coming weeks. For Golden Visa investors - current and prospective - the path to citizenship is changing, and understanding what that means for your timeline, your family, and your investment has never been more important.
This session is dedicated entirely to the new legislative changes and their direct impact on Golden Visa holders. The Golden Visa itself remains in place - the fund and cultural routes are still open, family reunification still applies, and the seven-day presence requirement is unchanged. Permanent residency after five years also remains available, and that distinction matters because it sits independently of the citizenship conversation now playing out.
Join Jason Swan, Residency & Citizenship Specialist, alongside Barbara Pestana, Founding Partner of Pax Legal, and Emellin de Oliveira, Partner in Human Rights at Pax Legal, for a focused breakdown of what's changing, what's not, and how Golden Visa investors should be thinking about timing and strategy in light of the new rules. With direct legal expertise on the panel, you'll get clarity on the technical detail behind the headlines and what it means in practice.
Key Points
- The new Nationality Law changes – what's been decided, what's still pending, and the realistic timeline
- Impact on current Golden Visa holders – how the changes affect existing applicants and residency-card holders
- Impact on prospective investors – what the new landscape means if you're considering applying in 2026
- The citizenship pathway today – revised requirements, residency clocks, and what counts toward naturalisation
- Permanent residency vs. citizenship – why the five-year PR route is still a valuable option, and how it sits alongside the new rules
- Family planning considerations – how the changes affect spouses, children, and dependants
Meet your webinar host
Jason Swan
Citizenship & Residency Expert, Holborn Assets
Jason is based in the Algarve in the South of Portugal, as one of Europe's leading experts for the Portugal Golden Visa. Jason has assisted over 300 families for their golden visa applications and remains one of the most respected professionals within the industry. He’s also fully qualified to provide full financial planning for expatriates in Europe, with over 15 years’ experience. Jason was awarded the prestigious No. 1 Financial Adviser in Europe & Rest of the World 2025 for the third consecutive year.
Other Speakers
Barbara Pestana
Founding Partner & Lawyer, Pax Legal
Emellin Oliveira
Partner – Human Rights, Pax Legal
What our clients say about Jason's webinars
"Thank you for providing these updates, not only on the GV application process, but proposed legal changes in Portugal for after the visa has been submitted."
"A comprehensive & insightful webinar! I appreciate Jason thoughtfully answering every ? The slides are well organized guides that’ll serve as useful ref’s. Jason has a lovely, professional demeanor."
"Presentation was articulate, well-organized, and current. Covered important details of timeline, investment options, family inclusion, tax implications, etc. Questions answered thoughtfully."
"Jason is both genial and very thorough. May book an appt in the interim, nonetheless I look forward to the next update in Sept"
"I found the presentation clear and to-the-point with little time ‘wasted’ on superfluous topics or general conversation. Well done!"
"Appreciate Jason’s way of speaking…clear and not rushed."
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