Citizen Card Portugal 2025: renewal, CMD, photo, price
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Last updated: | Next review: August 1, 2025
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Complete guide for the Portuguese Citizen Card 2025. Identity document, Digital Mobile Key, prices and renewal process.
Especially popular among American digital nomads in Lisbon and Porto.
Compare with other EU countries:
Spain (€12),
France (€25),
Italy (€22),
Germany (€37).
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💡 Insider tip: Avoid Citizen Shops in central Lisbon and Porto. Try Cascais, Sintra or Vila Nova de Gaia for shorter queues.
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ℹ️ Citizen Card Portugal 2025
The Citizen Card is the official identity document issued by the Institute of Registries and Notary (IRN).
Used for identification in Portugal and travel within EU/Schengen.
Now with full Digital Mobile Key integration!
🌍 International comparison:
Portugal leader in digital identity in Europe. CMD more advanced than Cl@ve (Spain), France Connect (France) or SPID (Italy).
How do I book an appointment for the Citizen Card?
Go to siga.marcacaodeatendimento.pt.
Select your district and service type.
Tip: Early morning hours have more availability.
Where can I get the biometric photo fastest?
Upload your photo at Rostrio.com
for automatic verification according to IRN requirements. Ready in 3 minutes, 100% approved.
How much does it cost in total to renew the Citizen Card?
CC renewal: €20 Photo (Rostrio): ~€8 Transport to office: €5-30 CMD registration: Free TOTAL: €33-58 (≈ $36-64)
Can Americans/foreigners obtain a Portuguese Citizen Card?
No - the Citizen Card is only for Portuguese citizens.
Americans need Portuguese nationality first.
Alternative: Digital Nomad Visa allows residence and work in Portugal, then obtain Residence Title (AIMA).
What's the difference between CMD and digital certificate?
CMD: Mobile system for authentication and digital signature, temporary PIN or permanent password. Digital certificate: Installable file for advanced electronic signature. CC with chip: Works with card reader.
CMD is easier and more practical for most services.
How long does the Citizen Card take?
CC normal: 6 business days delivery CC urgent: 1 business day (+€10) CMD activation: Immediate after registration Digital Nomad Visa: 60-90 days
Can I use the CC to travel outside the EU?
No - the CC only works for EU/Schengen (30+ countries).
For USA, Asia, Africa, etc. you need a Portuguese passport.
Note: The CC is not valid for UK post-Brexit.
What if I lose my CC abroad?
Contact the nearest Portuguese consulate immediately.
They can issue a temporary document to return to Portugal.
Tip: Save a photo of your CC in the cloud before traveling.