The timeline varies by country. Portugal typically requires 5 years of legal residency before you can apply for citizenship. Greece requires 7 years, while Italy can be 10 years for non-EU citizens. Most Golden Visa programs have minimal physical presence requirements during the residency period, allowing you to maintain your life in the US while building toward citizenship.
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