Non-EU Immigrant Employment Rate in Portugal Exceeds EU Average

Nearly 76% of working-age immigrants born outside Europe who live in Portugal are employed, surpassing the 73.4% rate among native-born residents according to data reported by Público. The employment rate for non-European immigrant women reached 71.3%, matching native Portuguese women and placing Portugal ahead of most European Union member states. However, researchers noted that high employment levels do not guarantee that workers have secured jobs suited to their skills and qualifications.