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Hi I am wanting to obtain a  Portuguese temporary residency certificate before the UK officially leaves the EU on the 31st Jan 2020. The reason for this is that ultimately I would like to obtain dual British and Portuguese nationality so that I can retain the benefits of freedom of movement which I anticipate will be stopped after brexit.

I can see the process seems quite straight forward


And there is 15€ Fee to pay.


However I’m have a few questions if anyone can help.

1. I don’t plan on working in Portugal or even living there to start with so if I rented an apartment for the purpose of applying is there a minimum rental agreement that is needed. I.e could I just rent somewhere for 1 month?

2. Do you have to show a tenancy agreement or would a holiday rental be accepted when applying at the local town hall?

3. If I have to provide an Affidavit to prove I have means to support myself is there a figure that should be in the bank? Can I provide details of income I receive from my rental property in the UK?

4. Is it necessary to register for tax in Portugal if I won’t be earning in Portugal?

5. If I have to rent a property and not a holiday rental in Portugal would I be expected to set up accounts for gas, electricity, water and council tax or whatever the equivalent is in Portugal?

6. If I registered in Faro but in the next few years purchased property elsewhere does the residency certificate need updating?

7. If I obtained the temporary residency certificate would I be free to come to Portugal at anytime in the next 5 years or does the certificate expire if I leave Portugal?

If anyone has been through the process of officially registering their residency I would be very keen to hear how easy it was.  After 5 years I understand the temporary residency expires, can this be renewed or do you have to apply for permanent residency?

Thank you for any help and advice.