What is PLA?

Portuguese Lingua de Acolhimento or named Portuguese language course "A welcoming Language" is a certify levels A1 + A2 (Elementary User) and B1 + B2 (Independent User), according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

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This course is aimed to young people and adults which Portuguese in not their mother tongue as an effective learning not only about the language but also Portuguese culture & custom as effective and transformative and constituting a decisive instrument for social integration, civic and labor market. 

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It is also indispensable for submitting applications for Portuguese nationality, permanent residence permits and long-term resident status.

• Citizens aged 16 or over whose mother tongue is not Portuguese regardless of their regular situation in the country. Also aimed at citizens who hold short-term visas for seasonal work, temporary stay or residence.

• Recipients must be in possession of a residence permit, in accordance with the national legislation applicable to foreign nationals, or must present one of the following documents:

a) Proof that the procedure for extending the stay in national territory or for granting or renewing a residence permit has been initiated.

b) Proof of submission of an application for international protection or temporary protection.

c) Proof of the Social Security Identification Number (NISS).