Portuguese Citizenship via Sephardic Ancestry: The Route Has Closed (2026 Update)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0300

For about a decade, Israelis of Sephardic descent had an unusually accessible second passport within reach: Portuguese citizenship by Sephardic ancestry. Some applicants — including spouses, in certain routes — obtained it within a year, with no requirement to speak Portuguese or ever visit Portugal. As of 2026, that route is closed. This guide explains what changed and what’s left.

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Portuguese Citizenship via Sephardic Ancestry: The Route Has Closed (2026 Update)