Portugal expelled 23,000 immigrants in 2025, a 5,080% increase compared to 2024

Wednesday, 1 April 2026RSS
Portugal expelled 23,000 immigrants in 2025, a 5,080% increase compared to 2024

The rise in notifications occurred before the law that grants the Government more powers to expel foreigners. Brazilians led the number of entry refusals at the country's airports.

Context & Explainers

Expulsion (expulsão) is an administrative measure ordering a foreign national to leave Portugal, typically accompanied by a temporary or permanent ban on re-entry. It can result from immigration violations or criminal convictions and is enforced by police and immigration authorities, so it directly affects migrants referenced in the news item.

View full article on publico.pt

RSS source