EU/EEA/Swiss free movement (CRUE registration certificate) (Certificado de Registo de Cidadão da União Europeia (CRUE))
EU/EEA/Swiss free movement (CRUE registration certificate) is a residence route in Portugal (Fri bevægelighed EU / EFTA). Register at câmara municipal after 3 months; sufficient means + health cover; permanent right after 5 yrs. Naturalisation 7 yrs for EU/CPLP, 10 yrs for others (Swiss count as non-EU: verify) + A2 Portuguese. Gov fees ~€50 (family of 3).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 13–48%; foreign dividends 28%; no wealth tax
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Fri bevægelighed EU / EFTA |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | CHF 50 |
| Indkomst / år | — |
| Formue | — |
| Min. ophold | 0 |
| PR | 5 |
| Statsborgerskab | 7 |
| Arbejde | yes |
| Berettiget | EU/EEA/CH only |
| Skat | Worldwide 13–48%; foreign dividends 28%; no wealth tax |
| Pr. | 2026-10 |
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