Sephardic Jews
Last Call: Your right to Portuguese nationality will expire soon.
Apply for your Portuguese citizenship while it is still possible!
The law that allows Portuguese nationality through Sephardic descent is still valid, but the proposal to close this pathway is already up for vote. If you have Sephardic ancestry, now is the time to act: fill out the form and receive an analysis from our team.
In this scenario, Martins Castro:
• Offers a free analysis to determine if you have Sephardic ancestors;
• Validates if your case meets the requirements — links to the Sephardic community, genealogical documentation, among others;
• Verifies your documentation;
• Requests the Sephardic certificate from the Jewish Community of Lisbon (CIL) or Porto (CIP);
• Submits the application to the Registry;
• Follows up and provides support throughout the entire process.
With Portuguese nationality, you gain access to all the benefits of a European passport. Martins Castro has a specialized team to guide each step of the process with security and strategy.
Tax Benefits
Take advantage of tax benefits to protect your assets when investing and doing business in the best markets in Europe.
Advantages for the Family
Provide security and unique opportunities for your entire family, ensuring a future full of possibilities.
Mobilidade Global
Enjoy global mobility, traveling to over 190 countries without the need for a visa, including the Europe Union.
Quality of Life
Live with a high quality of life in the safest countries in the world, surrounded by nature, culture, and stunning landscapes.
The best specialists in Portuguese nationality are at Martins Castro
At Martins Castro, you can count on the support of lawyers specialized in nationality law and genealogists with extensive experience in studying and researching the Sephardic Diaspora, offering a solid and reliable approach for the success of your case.
Clients who have already moved their world
Martins Castro has already helped over 9,000 families securely obtain their Portuguese passport.
Perguntas Frequentes
You need to conduct a genealogical study of your family tree and prove your Sephardic ancestry. Martins Castro investigates your family to locate links with Portugal. If proven, the application is submitted online, streamlining the initial steps with the Registrar’s Office.
No. The genealogical study to locate potential Sephardic ancestors is completely free and conducted by Martins Castro's specialists.
Yes. It is possible to pass on your Portuguese nationality to your children and spouse, according to the specific requirements for each situation.
No. The process can be carried out without the need to travel to Portugal. The Martins Castro office is located in Lisbon, which allows us to conduct the process more quickly and simply for you.
No. The Portuguese Nationality Law was updated in April 2024, but the new requirements depend on the approval of a new regulation to be applied. For now, the requirements remain the same as they have been since September 2022.
Are there any unanswered questions? Please contact our team of specialists
Portuguese nationality for descendants of Sephardic Jews is also known as the law of historical reparation, which restores the ancestral connection between Portugal and the Sephardic Jewish community. This legislation represents an official and symbolic recognition of the Sephardic contribution and history to the European country.
Martins Castro↗ is an international mobility consultancy with offices in Lisbon, Medellín, Monterrey, and Tel Aviv, whose main mission is to support Portuguese descendants in the process of obtaining Portuguese nationality worldwide. With our support, over 9,000 families spread across the Americas, Asia, and Africa have been able to progress on their journey towards European citizenship.
Do I have the right to
Portuguese Nationality?
The European passport could be a reality for you and your relatives. Find out if you are entitled to one of the most powerful passports in the world by filling out the form below. Our team of experts will assist you!
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The more information you provide, the higher the chances of locating your Sephardic ancestors.
We look forward to your visit
Martins Castro has strategically located offices to be even closer to you. Schedule a visit.
Lisbon
Avenida da República 18
Monterrey
Avenida Constitución 2050
Medellin
Carrera 42#5 Sur 145 - Piso 11
Tel Aviv
3 Aluf Kalman Magen - 6107075
The best
professionals
Martins Castro relies on one of the most recognized teams in nationality law. The credibility you seek with the experience you need to pursue your rights.
Renato Martins is a lawyer, CEO, and founder of Martins Castro, as well as a researcher in international mobility and immigration law; Teresa Santos is an anthropologist, genealogist, and researcher of the Sephardic diaspora. She has worked at the Lisbon Jewish Community and is the genealogy coordinator at Martins Castro; Isabel Comte is a jurist, author of books on nationality law, has worked in the Portuguese Ministry of Justice, and leads the legal team at Martins Castro. Meet the full team ↗
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