This requirement will also apply to immigrants who came to Portugal before the age of 10 and have resided here since.
Foreigner born in Portugal and undocumented can only avoid expulsion if they have lived in the country for 5 years
Monday, 30 March 2026RSS
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.
