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    Clara Silva da Costa

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    Founder and Portuguese lawyer at CSC Lawyers

    Clara Silva da Costa founded CSC Lawyers in Lisbon in 2009 and advises international individuals, families and businesses on Portuguese immigration, Golden Visa, nationality, real-estate, private-client, corporate and litigation matters. She is a member of the Portuguese Bar Association (Ordem dos Advogados). Her biography lists a law degree, postgraduate study in Registries and Notarial Practice and in Labour Law, and earlier experience as a legal adviser and litigator.

    Regulator
    Ordem dos Advogados (Portuguese Bar Association)
    Registration
    Cédula profissional 45229L
    Admitted
    2007
    Status
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    24 Aug 2026
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    What Clara does

    Jurisdictions
    PortugalFirm level
    Works in
    Portuguese, English
    Relationship to the firm
    Partner

    Routes Clara handlesFirm level

    • Golden Visa
    • D7 Visa
    • Digital Nomad
    • D2/Entrepreneur
    • D3/Highly Qualified
    • Blue Card
    • Work Permit
    • Family Reunification
    • Citizenship
    • Student Visa

    Track record

    17
    Years in practiceStated by the firm

    Credentials

    Professional registration

    Ordem dos Advogados (Portuguese Bar Association)

    Registration Cédula profissional 45229L · Admitted 2007

    Education

    • Law degree

      Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa

    • Postgraduate qualification in Registries and Notarial Practice

      Autónoma Law School

    • Postgraduate qualification in Labour Law

      Católica Law School

    Memberships

    European Association of Lawyers

    Working with Clara

    Enquiries
    Handled by CSC LawyersFirm level
    First consultation
    FreeFirm level
    Typical engagement fee
    Not stated
    Typical first reply
    Not stated
    Languages of engagement
    Portuguese, English

    Writing and speaking

    Common questions

    Who is Clara Silva da Costa?

    Clara Silva da Costa is the founder of CSC Lawyers and a Portuguese lawyer based in Lisbon.

    What areas does Clara Silva da Costa advise on?

    Her published practice focuses on Portuguese immigration and nationality matters, including residence visas, Golden Visa applications, family reunification and citizenship procedures.

    Is Clara Silva da Costa registered with the Portuguese Bar?

    Yes. She is a member of the Portuguese Bar Association (Ordem dos Advogados), registered in Lisbon.

    Does Clara advise on Portugal’s Golden Visa?

    Yes. CSC Lawyers publishes current Golden Visa guidance and assists with qualifying investment routes and the related residence process. Portuguese real-estate acquisition is not itself a qualifying Golden Visa investment route.

    Can Clara help with D7 and D8 visa applications?

    CSC Lawyers states that it assists with Portuguese residence pathways including the D7 route and the D8 digital-nomad visa, subject to each applicant meeting the current income and documentation rules.

    Can Clara help with Portuguese citizenship matters?

    Yes. Her published practice includes nationality and citizenship work. Eligibility and timing depend on the applicable legal route and the law in force for the applicant’s circumstances.

    What languages does Clara Silva da Costa work in?

    Her profile lists Portuguese and English.

    How can prospective clients contact Clara?

    Prospective clients can contact CSC Lawyers through the firm's Lisbon office, its contact form or info@cscadvogada.com. The firm offers a free initial consultation; fees are quoted case by case.

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    Record reviewed
    24 Aug 2026
    Next review
    24 Aug 2027
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