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The number of Brazilian voters residing in Portugal has surged by 66.6% since 2022, with Lisbon emerging as the largest electoral district for expatriates globally.
The Brazilian Consulate in Faro is experiencing increased demand for services from Brazilians residing in Spain, who seek faster processing times, while also providing essential social support and community engagement.
The number of Brazilians registered in Portugal to vote in Brazil's general elections in October rose by 66.63% to 134,797, according to data from the Superior Electoral Court (TSE).
The Superior Electoral Court has updated the number of Brazilians eligible to vote in October. In total, 158,745,463 people are qualified to participate in this year's elections, an increase of nearly 1.5% compared to 2022. Abroad, the total number of voters grew by more than 31%, with 918,876 Brazilians now eligible to vote outside the country. The United States leads the ranking, followed by Portugal with 134,797 voters. Although Portugal is in second place, Lisbon has become the largest Brazilian electoral college abroad, with 78,833 registered voters. In the Portuguese capital, voting traditionally takes place at the Faculty of Law of the University of Lisbon, but the increase in voters will lead to additional polling stations at the Faculty of Letters and the Rectory this year to avoid the delays seen in 2022. Lisbon will also set a record for electronic ballot boxes used, increasing from 58 in 2022 to 100 this year.
Forró music, bunting, traditional food, and plenty of excitement marked the 'Arraiá Julino do Boi Tabaco', held last Sunday (12) at the Jardins do Bombarda in Lisbon. The event brought together Brazilians from different states, Portuguese locals, and other residents of the capital for a day dedicated to the traditions of Northeastern June festivals. Check out the photos by DN photojournalist Leonardo Negrão. DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to move to Portugal. The texts are written in Brazilian Portuguese. The July festival brings forró, traditional food, and Northeastern tradition to the Jardins do Bombarda in Lisbon. Portuguese summer festivals have the sound of Brazil.
The Brazilian pastel was a highlight at the Continente Food Festival in Porto this weekend. Chef Michele Marques, from Rio de Janeiro, created a special recipe for the event to welcome the Brazilian community, with over 10,000 units served across two days. The logistical challenge involved months of testing to ensure the pastries remained crispy and hot, with the chef opting for a 'party-sized' format to meet the high demand. The festival also featured other Brazilian staples like coconut water, açaí, and pão de queijo, alongside performances by Brazilian artists.
The Bossa Market event arrives in Porto for the first time, featuring a two-day programme focused on Brazilian culture, food, and business initiatives.
The deadline to register as a volunteer for the Brazilian presidential elections in Portugal is approaching. The three Brazilian consulates in the country need poll workers and other staff for the election, scheduled for October 4th. Only Brazilian citizens in good standing with the Electoral Justice can volunteer; those affiliated with political parties are ineligible. The selection will be officially confirmed by the Electoral Justice. In Lisbon and Porto, the deadline is this Friday, July 10th, while the Faro consulate has extended registration until July 15th. Interested parties must use the online form or email the respective consulates. The consulates emphasize the importance of volunteers, as Portugal hosts one of the largest Brazilian electorates abroad.
Applications to volunteer for the Brazilian presidential elections in Lisbon close on July 10. The consulate, which is organising the vote in the Portuguese capital, needs hundreds of people to assist with tasks such as queue management. Lisbon will be the largest Brazilian electoral district abroad, with approximately 69,000 voters. The first round of the election is scheduled for October 4.
Applications can be submitted until July 10. To apply, interested parties must be in good standing with the electoral justice system. Lisbon is the largest electoral district outside of Brazil, with nearly 69,000 voters.
On the weekend that Brazil debuted in the World Cup with a draw against Morocco, the driver from Bahia, Adroaldo Weisheimer, announced his intention to compete in the 2027 edition of the Penafiel Racing Fest.
Brazilians in Braga in two weeks' time will be able to watch the Brazil vs. Morocco match, part of the 2026 World Cup, on a giant screen at the Braga Municipal Market. The game, taking place in New Jersey, marks the national team's debut and will be shown on June 13 at 11:00 PM with free entry. The screening is part of the 'Arraial na Praça' event, which features cultural, musical, and gastronomic activities, with the venue remaining open until 2:00 AM. Organizers aim to foster a celebratory atmosphere and promote community connection. The national team, managed by Carlo Ancelotti, will also face Haiti and Scotland in the group stage.
Click here to follow the DN Brasil channel on WhatsApp! On June 3rd, DN Brasil celebrates two years of activity. Launched as a section of Diário de Notícias, the newspaper is now becoming an independent journalistic entity. Registration is underway with the Media Regulatory Authority. The 'new' DN Brasil will continue to focus on the Brazilian community in Portugal, but is born with the purpose of being 'the newspaper of Brazil in Portugal', contributing to the deepening of relations between the two Portuguese-speaking states. DN Brasil will strengthen its reporting on politics, economy, and culture, while also covering diplomacy, defense, justice, technology, and other areas of interest to an informed, plural, and demanding audience. The Radar DN Brasil podcast airs every Friday at 8 am on YouTube and Spotify, featuring a weekly summary for Brazilians in Portugal. DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to move to Portugal. Texts are written in Brazilian Portuguese. DN Brasil will become an independent entity, with Amanda Lima as executive director. Watch this Friday's Radar DN Brasil, May 29th.
The number of voters eligible to vote in October's presidential election, in which Lula da Silva seeks to renew his mandate, has risen to 68,979.
Figures released by the Itamaraty are still preliminary, but Lisbon is consolidating its position as the largest electoral district outside of Brazil. When looking at countries, Portugal is only behind the United States.
A free event taking place on Saturday, May 16, bringing together music, dance, gastronomy, and crafts in a cultural gathering promoted by a Paraíba native living in Portugal.
Brazilian tourists travel across the Atlantic Ocean to visit Portugal.
The third edition of the Brasil Origem Week in Porto is moving to the Palácio da Bolsa, aiming for a more central and iconic location. The event, which will take place from May 1st to 3rd, has doubled its number of exhibitors to 40, showcasing Brazilian gastronomy, crafts, and culture. CEO Marco Lessa highlights the growing interest in Brazilian products and investment opportunities in Portugal, noting the significant presence of the Brazilian community in the country.
Thursday has arrived, which means it is time for the DN Brasil cultural agenda for Lisbon and its surroundings. This weekend, we officially enter the 'Portugal Period'—spanning from April to the end of October—when this country becomes the best place in the world to be. With celebrations of freedom, popular festivals, the World Cup, and the European summer on the horizon, we focus for now on the cultural attractions of the first weekend of April, including forró, samba, and Brazilian parties. The weekly edition of 'What's good' is live! Highlights include the 'Dominguinho' project with João Gomes, Jota Pê, and Mestrinho, the 'Mesa Brasileira' samba circle at O Nelson, and the 'Te Amo, é Primavera' party at Musa Marvila.
André Matos, chef at Cozinha Continente, discusses the Brazilian influence on the chain's cuisine. The brand is increasingly investing in Brazilian flavours, which appeal not only to immigrants but also to the Portuguese. The chef also highlights that food is an important asset for integration. DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to move to Portugal. Brazilian chef Michele Marques is the first confirmed chef for the 2026 Continente Food Festival, and the Brazilian 'market of longing' is boosting the economy this Easter.
Easter is driving demand for Brazilian chocolate and products, boosting the 'market of longing' in Portugal. Business owners report high sales of imported Brazilian Easter eggs, with some retailers choosing to absorb costs to keep prices stable for the diaspora. Meanwhile, local confectioners are innovating with new formats like sliced Easter eggs, and major Portuguese retailers like Continente are increasingly incorporating Brazilian-inspired flavours into their seasonal offerings.
Spring in Portugal, and it is already autumn in Brazil… The Miúdos feel in their skin (and hearts!) this bridge between swapped seasons, mixed longing, and the certainty that we left Brazil, but Brazil never leaves us. Do you also live on this bridge between two worlds? DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to live in Portugal. The texts are written in Brazilian Portuguese. Miúdos da Ponte: 'Next stop: Immigrants!' Miúdos da Ponte invite you to the 'Friends of Brazil' campaign.
With around half a million documented Brazilians living in Portugal — according to 2024 official data — the supermarket chain has a catalogue of about 500 products from Brazil in its stores.
Brazilian diplomatic missions in Portugal have launched two new cultural initiatives. The Consulate-General of Brazil in Lisbon has established a book club called 'Tardes Literárias' in partnership with the Afeto Literário project, while the Brazilian Embassy is launching a monthly storytelling series for children titled 'Quem conta um conto amplia os pontos' at the Saudade bookstore. Both initiatives are free to attend and aim to promote Brazilian literature and the Portuguese language.
Once again, our characters are dealing with the stumbling blocks of the Portuguese language. Bibi learns in practice that starting over is just trying again. From 'bondinho' to 'elétrico', from a shy accent to the right word, the Kids from the Bridge celebrate every small victory of daily Luso-Brazilian life. Every immigrant knows this dance of words – and every success is a reason for pride. DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to live in Portugal. The texts are written in Brazilian Portuguese. Kids from the Bridge - red card for racism. Kids from the Bridge - Letter to the sun.
Chef Angélica Salvador, from Paraná, made history this Tuesday (10) by becoming the first Brazilian immigrant to be awarded a Michelin star in Portugal. Recognized for her work at the restaurant InDiferente in Porto, she is also only the third woman to receive this distinction in the country. Salvador, who has lived in Portugal since 2005, blends her Brazilian roots with contemporary Portuguese cuisine.
The chef from Paraná who runs a restaurant in Porto becomes the first Brazilian to win a Michelin star outside of Brazil.
To ease their longing for Brazil, Brazilians who have moved to Portugal make a point of having common items from their former homes, such as a couscous steamer and a barbecue grill.
It's surprising how much we learn when we decide to listen and take an interest in what others have to share. I continue to meet women and their life stories during rides in app-based cars. Each trip is an opportunity to view the world from a different perspective, understanding the journey of someone who has also worked hard to be there, heading in that direction. In the last month, I met several Brazilian drivers. We laughed, shared memories, and future aspirations. Different accents carry memories, landscapes, and feelings; they awaken the imagination and curiosity. 'Are you well?' greeted the driver from Minas Gerais as she placed my suitcase in the back of the vehicle. I immediately recognized that warm way of speaking that seems to invite one for coffee with warm pão de queijo. The kind reception already indicated a lively conversation along the way. Whenever I hear that cadence, I remember the year I lived in Contagem (MG) for my postgraduate studies. It was a time of effort, adaptation, and good friendships. Living in Portugal for fifteen years, the driver that afternoon was a woman who forged her own path. She emigrated alone, worked as an elderly caregiver for ten years, and has been driving passengers to their destinations for four years. Despite her ever-present smile, she revealed that she has lost enthusiasm due to the lack of respect and disregard experienced in the Lusitanian lands. 'There’s always someone looking at you sideways. Hatred is more explicit. The media has favoured the exposure of feelings - for better or worse,' she reflected. Another day, I was pressed for time to reach a training session when I was welcomed by a driver from Rio de Janeiro who was born in Aveiro. At 65, she is retired from a long career in law but remains active. She is a professor of Constitutional and Administrative Law, also graduated in Anthropology, and has begun studying immigration. We exchanged views on the well-known attendant law, discussed politics, and how religious factors can mobilise emotions. With her anthropological knowledge, she warned: 'In Sociology, we study the SELF in relation to the OTHER, and when we put a face to that OTHER, it becomes easy to manipulate.' In a way, the carioca from Aveiro conducts a social experiment while interacting with clients, discovering each passenger's ideologies and behaviours in the world. On a trip to a meeting, I met a woman from Pernambuco who has lived in Lisbon for nine years. In Brazil, she worked in sales, and in Portugal, she drives for an app after resuming her career post-maternity. She commented on the differences in commissions offered in both markets - 'Insurance doesn’t pay here.' - and her plans to return to the real estate sector. She navigates life with daily experiences in finding better routes. 'A gentleman prayed over me, and God told me I would change countries,' shared another driver, originally from Goiânia, known as the land of pequi. A story that could be from magical realism but materialised twenty-six years ago, the time she has lived in Lisbon. She has tried to bring her daughter and mother to live together, but neither adapted to the cold climate. 'I don’t see myself there (in Brazil), I love it here,' she explained, recounting the critical situation of her three siblings living in Leiria after the Kristen depression: 'A chaos. You know when there’s a war and it ends? Everything is destroyed.' This Saturday, I met another Brazilian from Paraná, who has lived in Loures for twenty-four years. She emigrated to stay for just two years, tried to return after ten, but couldn’t. 'I found it strange, how can we not adapt to our own country?' she recalled when she briefly returned to Brazil. Now permanently living in Portugal, last year, she took her twelve-year-old son to connect a bit with his roots. 'He is proud to be Brazilian.' We said our goodbyes, and I pondered how it would be to return to Brazil for good. But for now, the only change planned is to a new home. Starting next week, I will begin a period of adaptation within the same land. DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living or intending to live in Portugal. The texts are written in Brazilian Portuguese.
Company founded in 2020 by Rio de Janeiro architect Danielle Bispo is expanding in Porto and primarily serves the Brazilian community in Portugal.
