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Mon 01 Dec 2025 8:22 pm - Jerusalem Time

Alternative nationality.. Thousands of "Israeli" settlers seek to obtain Portuguese passports.

The Portuguese embassy in Tel Aviv organized a special and direct event. Thousands of 'Israeli' settlers formed long lines outside one of the venues in the 'Ramat Hasharon' settlement to secure appointments for renewing passports or obtaining Portuguese citizenship, indicating a rising interest in acquiring European citizenship as an alternative option.

Heavy turnout after surpassing the electronic booking system The Portuguese embassy in Tel Aviv held a special and direct event at 'Cinema City Galilot', where it exceeded its crowded online booking system, leading to this unprecedented congestion. The lines extended from the entrance to the underground parking lot, with many people arriving before dawn to reserve their spots, clearly demonstrating the growing interest in Portuguese citizenship among Israeli settlers.

This large event reflects a broader trend among 'Israeli' settlers seeking second passports. Since the onset of the aggression on Gaza in October 2023, there has been a significant increase in applications for Portuguese citizenship, as many seek alternatives amid security concerns.

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