1. The quality or condition of being eligible; the state of meeting the necessary requirements or conditions to be chosen, selected, or considered for something
The candidate's eligibility for the position was questioned.
A elegibilidade do candidato para o cargo foi questionada.
2. In law and administration, the legal qualification that allows a person or entity to participate in a process, hold an office, or receive a benefit
Eligibility requirements include citizenship and age restrictions.
Os requisitos de elegibilidade incluem restrições de cidadania e idade.