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Lisbon Faces Nationality Request Backlog Amid Staffing Crisis

7/2/2025

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In Lisbon, a wave of nationality requests has overwhelmed the Conservatória dos Registos Centrais, sparking long queues as changes to nationality law loom. Union leader Arménio Maximino revealed a staggering four-year backlog, with only 18 of 40 staff positions filled. Across the country, a 40% shortage of workers intensifies the wait for 700,000 applications.

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In Lisbon, a wave of nationality requests has overwhelmed the Conservatória dos Registos Centrais, sparking long queues as changes to nationality law loom. Union leader Arménio Maximino revealed a staggering four-year backlog, with only 18 of 40 staff positions filled. Across the country, a 40% shortage of workers intensifies the wait for 700,000 applications.