Have you decided to take out Portuguese citizenship and passport? This is how you choose the right company for you

Did you also decide to join the 7,000 Israelis who have already received Portuguese citizenship and European passports? Congratulations, it remains only to choose the most professional and suitable company. So how do you do it right? The full guide is inside

Portuguese Citizenship and Passport: 1 in 3 Israelis is eligible (Photo: PR)

Portuguese passport (Photo: Passport Togo, official website)

It is estimated that 3.5 million Israelis are eligible for Portuguese citizenship and a European passport, which may open many doors (free academic study abroad, residence in Europe, entry to the US and Australia without a visa and more). Tens of thousands of Israelis are currently in the midst of the citizenship process, with about 7,000 Israelis successfully and recently regenerating Portuguese citizenship and European passports.

Due to the great demand for Portuguese passports, in recent years more and more companies dealing with the subject have emerged - some with extensive experience in the field and some far from this. So how do you know which company to apply for when you decide to issue Portuguese citizenship and a European passport?

First, it is important to note that this is a non-legal procedure and does not require the assistance of an attorney. This means that anyone can do the procedure on their own, assuming they can handle a large amount of documents and a great deal of bureaucracy with the Portuguese government. This is probably one of the reasons why the vast majority of Israelis who choose to start the procedure contact a professional company in the field, and do not do so on their own (it is worth noting that in cases of errors / faults and / or requests to change details, the procedure may be significantly delayed and more - the request may be rejected) .

It is very important to choose a company with extensive experience in the field and such with proven successes. Choosing the most efficient and orderly body may be the difference between successful naturalization and rejection by the Portuguese government.

In terms of the procedure itself, an eligibility test is first conducted (some companies offer the free trial) which includes a questionnaire. If you are eligible, you can proceed to the next stage, within which a request is sent to the Jewish community in Portugal as well as to the local government. It should be noted that if one of your family members came from one of these countries, the chance of successful procedure is significantly increased. These include Morocco, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Syria, Iraq, Turkey, the former Yugoslav countries, France, Spain, Bulgaria, Portugal, the Netherlands, Greece, Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Mexico.

Portugal (Photo: PR)

Passport Togo (Photo: Official Website)

So how do you make the right choice?

As in any field, even when deciding to issue Portuguese citizenship and a European passport, it is advisable to conduct a market survey among the existing companies and choose one that will increase your chances of receiving the passport.

* Experience in the field : It is said that there is no wise person with experience. This proverb is certainly valid here as well, since a company with proven successes and experience in the field is likely to have gained many contacts with the local community in Portugal. In contrast, small companies will save you a lot of money, and in many cases will not succeed in the process.
Check that there is someone to talk to: Leading companies in Israel offer a nationwide deployment service and great customer service, who can answer any problem.

* Destination Representation and Local Relations : Wide customer service that addresses every problem is very important, but it is equally important that the chosen company be a local representative. That is, contacts who are in Portugal and are prepared to address any issue or problem that has arisen with members of the Jewish community in the country.

* Service from A to Z and proven successes : On any subject, they say one of the most important things is actual results. A company that brings results - it is also a successful company. In addition, it is important to choose a company that provides close service and support from the very first moments to the moment of European citizenship and passport.

* Close Legal Support and International Department : The chance of succeeding in the procedure increases as soon as you enter the legal department with experienced experience as well as an international department. There are leading companies in the field that hold no less than 15 lawyers and notaries.

Remember, in cases of mistakes in filling in the details or neglecting the procedure, obtaining a passport and citizenship may be delayed at best or denied at worst. Therefore, if you choose to start the procedure, do so with a company with extensive experience in the field.