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27 August 2026
A2 Portuguese for Residency: What Level Do You Actually Need?
A2 Portuguese (CIPLE) is required for permanent residency and citizenship in Portugal, not your first visa. What changed in 2026, and what the exam involves.
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Duolingo only teaches Brazilian Portuguese. If you're moving to Portugal, here's why that gap matters, and what actually helps once you're here.
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