New Urban Planning Framework: simplification and greater legal certainty
Decree-Law no. 108/2026 introduces a comprehensive revision of the Urbanization and Building Legal Framework, built on three key pillars: reduced prior control, increased responsibility of stakeholders, and a stronger focus on ex post supervision. With direct impact on urban licensing and real estate operations, the new regime enhances procedural efficiency and legal predictability—while requiring greater […]
Amendments to the Portuguese Nationality Act: What Changes and How to Prepare
On 1 April 2026, the Portuguese Parliament approved Decree No. 48/XVII, introducing major amendments to the Portuguese Nationality Act. These legislative changes will directly affect both new nationality applications and pending procedures, altering key requirements such as minimum residence periods, integration criteria, and the method for calculating legal residence. Our Immigration Department, coordinated by Catarina Bastos, has prepared a legal newsletter, providing a clear and […]