Friends, don’t let the misinformation on the “interwebs” kill your Portugal dream before it starts.

The amount of inaccuracies we’ve seen written recently about Portugal’s recently PROPOSED immigration changes (ahem, not official yet) is shocking.

So, recognizing that we are not the experts on this topic, we invited our immigration attorney here in Portugal on the podcast this week to stop the chaos and get to the truth.

Enter Joao Madeira Pinto, certified immigration attorney, Portugal Junkies ally + friend.

In just a few minutes, Joao overviews the proposed immigration changes currently being considered in Portugal, the extension of the time required in country before one can apply for citizenship and the changes to the timeline for family reunification.

He also brilliantly talks about the goals behind some of these proposals, whether they might get push back because they could violate the Portuguese constitution + gives his predictions of where this is all headed.

The moral of the story - nothing has changed yet. Nothing. And it may be a while before we know more.

So hold your horses if this has sent you reeling - as an immigrant or as a future visa applicant. Listen in + learn from the experts.

Cheers, y’all!

Meredith + Mark

To talk directly with Joao and get customized advice based on your plans + needs, Joao offers a FREE consultation call + discount to our listeners here. FYI - he’s the best.

[Joao Madeira Pinto, Immigration Attorney]Website: www.madpintolaw.com

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