Latest news and stories about immigration issues in Portugal for expats and residents.
An analysis of administrative overreach where officials bypass established law through arbitrary circulars and internal rules, negatively impacting citizens and migrants while undermining the rule of law.
For a month, immigrants have been seeking help at the police headquarters in Lisbon, reporting companies that issue fraudulent documents.
André Ventura confirmed on Sunday, March 15, that internal procedures are underway regarding the case of Mafalda Livermore, partner of Chega councillor Bruno Mascarenhas, who is accused of illegally renting substandard properties to immigrants. While party deputy Rita Matias suggested Mascarenhas should resign, Ventura stated the party is investigating the matter and noted that Livermore was appointed by Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas. Ventura also addressed recent controversies involving his party and criticized former Bank of Portugal governor Mário Centeno over his early retirement agreement.
Brazilian women share their experiences of lost luggage, the lack of priority for elderly individuals, and the long queues at immigration in Lisbon.
Academics working on migration issues lamented on Wednesday that policymakers decide on policies without scientific basis and criticised the “schizophrenia” in how Portugal deals with its emigrants and immigrants. “The Portuguese state actively promotes the survival of customs and experiences among its emigrants, even having a day for Portuguese communities,” ...
Academics working on migration issues expressed today their regret that policymakers make decisions without scientific basis and criticised the “schizophrenia” in the way Portugal handles its emigrants and immigrants.
They pay up to 20,000 euros for the promise of entering Europe and finding work that allows them to send money back to their families. There are 60 Timorese among the hundreds of victims rescued this week.
The debate for the 2026 presidential elections saw André Ventura and Catarina Martins discussing immigration issues, with moments of laughter adding to the lively exchange.
