Latest news and stories about expat rights in immigration in Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
A Brazilian citizen reports enduring four days of unsanitary detention in Portugal while awaiting deportation, highlighting significant concerns regarding the treatment of detainees.
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António José Seguro faces a significant political setback after the Constitutional Court challenged multiple norms within the proposed return and asylum legislation, leaving him to decide whether to exercise his veto power.
A critique of the Portuguese administrative system following the deportation of a high-achieving foreign student whose residency status remained unresolved for two years, highlighting the failure of state institutions to uphold human dignity and administrative efficiency.
Authorities, including the PSP, have uncovered an illegal grocery store operating in Agualva-Cacém, prompting an investigation into regulatory compliance.
An analytical overview of recent shifts in national visa policies and gold residency programs, specifically examining their impact on expatriate communities and coastal living trends.
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.
Chega leader André Ventura has expressed willingness to support the government's Single Social Benefit (PSU) proposal, provided the PSD agrees to seven specific conditions, including restrictions on immigrant support, while the Left Bloc has introduced an alternative bill.
The case occurred after the SEF refused entry into Portugal to Ihor Homeniuk at the Lisbon airport border.
Amílcar Correia analyzes the rise of discrimination and exploitation against immigrants, attributing these trends to the government's alignment with xenophobic and racist political rhetoric.
The Portuguese Council for Refugees has pledged to provide legal assistance to Omar Al-Hayali, an Iraqi national who was recently assaulted in Lisbon's Alameda Afonso Henriques.
An analytical exploration of the growth and development of Portuguese tech unicorns, as featured in E magazine.
An analytical look at the recurring trend of AIMA overturning deportation orders, highlighting the ongoing challenges regarding expat residency rights and permit regulations.
Guinean students holding valid visas are facing detention, humiliation, and forced repatriation, highlighting systemic failures and aggressive practices in border control.
Brazilian President Lula visits Lisbon for diplomatic meetings, with discussions expected to address disagreements regarding Portuguese nationality law and bilateral relations.
Brazilian expatriates in Portugal are raising concerns over immigration law changes, rising xenophobia, and administrative backlogs at AIMA ahead of President Lula da Silva's visit, urging diplomatic intervention.
The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has reopened its online portal for family reunification applications just before the Brazilian President's visit to Portugal.
The European Union has fully implemented its new Entry/Exit System, replacing physical passport stamps with mandatory digital biometric registration for non-EU citizens to enhance Schengen Area border security.
Psychologist Juliana Ribeiro de Souza Revoredo is researching the emotional and professional impact on Brazilian lawyers following the sudden termination of the reciprocity agreement between the Brazilian and Portuguese Bar Associations in 2023.
Joom CEO Ilya Shirokov warns that proposed changes to Portugal's nationality law create market uncertainty and hinder the recruitment of international talent, noting that the company has already lost potential candidates to Germany.
Mafalda Guerra, a Chega activist, was dismissed following an RTP investigation that uncovered her properties being utilized as illegal housing for immigrants in Lisbon. The report raised significant concerns regarding the legality of the rentals and the implications for immigrant communities.
SOS Racismo says a young São Toméan, Samuel Edi, remains detained at Lisbon Airport “without knowing the factual or legal reasons,” and alleges he was “brutally assaulted” by police. The PSP rejects the claims, denying any unprovoked assaults or mistreatment. The case reflects a direct dispute between an advocacy group and law enforcement, raising questions about transparency, detainee rights, and the need for an independent inquiry or clear official documentation to establish what occurred.
In a world where business, investment and personal affairs increasingly cross borders, finding the right professional support can mean looking beyond a single area of expertise. For Eduardo Serra Jorge The post More than legal expertise – a broader view for today’s clients appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Judicial Police have detained a foreign national on suspicion of entering a marriage of convenience with a Portuguese citizen to secure legal residency status.
34-year-old man had already been notified to leave the country and was flagged in the Schengen Information System.
Timóteo Macedo, president of Solidariedade Imigrante, criticised the Portuguese government's current migration policy, labelling it “racist, xenophobic, and neocolonial.” He argued that the current administration prioritises wealthy foreigners and those who can afford legal representation, while neglecting the integration of vulnerable groups. Macedo expressed concern over the growing trend of islamophobia, the outsourcing of immigration services to lawyers, and the increasing reliance of civil society organisations on state-funded projects, which he claims undermines their independence and strips immigrants of their dignity, ultimately leading many to leave the country for better prospects in nations like Spain.
Danilo Bastos Godoy will screen 'Procuro T' at FESTin on October 7th, just before a national protest. With a deadline of November 1st to vacate his home in Amadora, he is considering leaving Portugal for another European country.
The long weekend has extended for hundreds of public sector workers today who are taking out their grievances by refusing to go to work. Staff at the trouble-beset AIMA (agency The post Strikes, strikes, strikes – the long weekend continues appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Social media mobilisation for an immigrant protest failed to translate into real-world action, with only five people attending the event in Lisbon's Praça do Comércio. Activists and experts argue that digital metrics, such as likes and comments, do not reflect genuine grassroots commitment or the effort required for effective social movements. The protest, which aimed to demand improvements at the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA), saw even its organisers absent, highlighting a disconnect between online activism and physical participation.
Brazilians between 18 and 70 years old must vote, even if they live abroad. Portugal represents a large share of these voters, who head to the polls this Sunday (4).
