Brazilian lawyer André Lima addresses a reader's query regarding immigration. He clarifies that the previous 'manifestation of interest' process has been abolished, meaning that entering as a tourist and finding a job is no longer a direct path to residency. He outlines alternative legal routes, such as residency for study, family reunification, or humanitarian protection, while advising that each case requires individual assessment.
Ask the Lawyer: I entered without a visa and found a job in Portugal. Can I regularise my status?
Thursday, 26 March 2026RSS






