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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.
Brazilians living in Portugal who have not completed Primary or Secondary education can sit the Encceja Abroad exam—a Brazilian government certification of basic skills—and a free preparatory course in Lisbon now has registrations open to help candidates prepare. Organisers and participants, including Rejane Lima, stress that the qualification is a valuable asset in the job market and facilitates adaptation to life in Portugal. The initiative is being covered by Radar DN Brasil (a Diário de Notícias segment for the Brazilian community), which airs Fridays at 08:00 on YouTube and Spotify; the next edition airs on Friday 13 February.
The majority of Brazilian voters in Portugal hold higher education degrees and contributed to Lula's victory. Meanwhile, the Alhandra cement plant entered the Guinness World Records for 130 years of continuous production.
Lula da Silva was re-elected this Sunday in the second round of Brazil's presidential elections, with 51.75% of the vote, for his fourth term as head of state.
Hundreds of Brazilian citizens took to the streets in Lisbon to celebrate Lula da Silva's re-election in Brazil. Journalist Nuno Chaves covered all the excitement.
Lula da Silva secured victory in the Brazilian presidential elections as seen from votes cast by citizens residing in Portugal.
The Brazilian Consul-General in Lisbon, Alessandro Candeas, estimated today that 50% of the Brazilian community in Lisbon will vote in the second round of the presidential elections.
Overall, the diplomat predicts that the turnout rate will reach 50%, which, in effective numbers according to data presented by the Consul-General, represents 38,000 to 40,000 voters.
More than 158 million Brazilians were called to the polls this Sunday for the second round of the presidential election contested between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro.
The University City in Lisbon turned today into a scene of deep division between supporters of Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, thus mirroring the polarization that runs through the veins of this South American Portuguese-speaking nation.
The atmosphere at the polling station in Lisbon for the Brazilian presidential elections is very different from the first round. The Public Security Police (PSP) had to separate supporters of each candidate, Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, who were trading accusations and chants. A 17-year-old voter dressed in red was assaulted by a Flávio Bolsonaro supporter and taken to São José Hospital. Despite the tension, the Consul-General in Lisbon expects a higher voter turnout than in the first round, with over 134,000 Brazilian voters registered in Portugal.
There is an argument that those who live abroad do not suffer the consequences of their vote. Flávia responds bluntly: 'Whoever says that doesn't know what they are talking about. They live in a selfish and self-centered bubble.'
Brazilian supporters of Lula in Portugal are trying to strengthen the vote to help the PT candidate overcome his first-round defeat in the runoff. 2.2 million votes gave the advantage to Flávio Bolsonaro
Organised by the Workers' Party branch in Portugal, the march is part of a global strategy, with simultaneous actions in various locations across Brazil and the world.
Brazil's viral lip balm has arrived in Portugal rebranded as 'Flavy', marking pharmaceutical company Cimed's first step toward international expansion. During a launch event in Lisbon, vice-president Karla Felmanas highlighted that the product remains identical to the original formula. The product is being sold exclusively at Wells stores for the first six months, with initial online sales exceeding two thousand units in the first 24 hours. Pedro Paiva, founder of WBrands, noted that while the formula did not require changes for the European market, logistics posed a significant challenge. The company plans to bring in new shipments as needed and hopes to align future product launches in Portugal with those in Brazil.
The Electoral Justice system is seeking feedback from Brazilians on their experience during the first round of the 2026 elections. The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) has launched a survey for voters to evaluate the voting process and identify any difficulties. The '2026 Election Survey' is available on the TSE portal until October 31. Participation is voluntary, free, and anonymous. Among the aspects being assessed are access to information, travel to polling stations, and the voting experience itself. The initiative aims to help the Electoral Justice identify areas for improvement for future elections, including the 2028 municipal elections. The survey is open to all voters in the country and those living abroad, including the large Brazilian community in Lisbon, which is the world's largest polling hub.
Lula da Silva was the most voted presidential candidate in the consular areas of Lisbon and Porto, according to official data from the Superior Electoral Court. Meanwhile, Flávio Bolsonaro won the vote in Faro.
More than 134,000 Brazilians were registered in Portugal, a record. In Lisbon, abstention was around 70%. According to provisional data, Lula won in Lisbon and Porto, and Bolsonaro in Faro.
The absence of long queues and low voter turnout marked the Brazilian presidential election this Sunday, October 4th. Preliminary data from the consulate indicates a 70% abstention rate in the Portuguese capital. Official figures will only be released after 9:00 PM Lisbon time, coinciding with the close of polls in Brazil. The consul-general of Brazil in Lisbon, Alessandro Candeas, suggested that the holiday on Monday, October 5th, may have contributed to the low turnout. The day proceeded without any security issues or technical problems with the ballot boxes, despite minor verbal exchanges between supporters of Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro. The operation in Lisbon was praised for its efficiency compared to the 2022 election, with no significant waiting times reported in the afternoon. If a second round is necessary, it will take place on October 25th.
Alessandro Candeas, Consul-General of Brazil in Lisbon, provides the latest information on the Brazilian electoral process.
Report on the voter turnout for the Brazilian elections in Lisbon, noting a high abstention rate.
Thousands of Brazilians headed to the polls in Portugal this Sunday to vote in the first round of Brazil's presidential elections. Lisbon is the largest Brazilian electoral district outside the country, with more than 78,000 registered voters.
Voting in Lisbon took place at the university campus.
Polls have closed in Lisbon following a high turnout of Brazilian voters. Reporting from the Rectory of the University of Lisbon, CNN Portugal reporter José Gabriel Quaresma gathers testimonies from citizens who voted this Sunday.
Lisbon is the city with the highest number of registered Brazilian voters outside of Brazil worldwide. Approximately 70,000 people are registered. In this area alone, there are three polling stations for the Brazilian presidential election.
The Consul-General of Brazil in Lisbon, Alessandro Candeas, and the Ambassador of Brazil to Portugal, Raimundo Carreiro, assessed the voting for the President of Brazil this Sunday (4/10).
Thousands of Brazilians gathered at the University of Lisbon to vote in the first round of the Brazilian presidential election, highlighting a deep political divide marked by symbolic colours. Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro donned the Brazilian national team's yellow jersey, while supporters of Lula da Silva wore red, the colour of the Workers' Party. The atmosphere was tense, with voters expressing strong ideological convictions and concerns about the future of the country, while some chose neutral attire to avoid the politicisation of national symbols. The day concluded with polls closing and a high abstention rate of over 70% among the Brazilian diaspora in Lisbon.
This figure represents an increase of more than 60% compared to the last Brazilian presidential elections in 2022. The University of Lisbon is the location with the highest number of voters in the entire country.
