Government says it has "not reduced border control by a millimetre"
The Government said today it had “not reduced border control by a millimetre” when it suspended the new European model following disruptions at Lisbon Airport, and stressed the need to preserve credibility.
EU border control system to be ‘reactivated on Monday’ at Lisbon airport – and then suspended again
After all the affirmations that hideous queues at border control gates at Lisbon airport had ‘nothing to do with the new European Entry/ Exit System (EES), the system is to The post EU border control system to be ‘reactivated on Monday’ at Lisbon airport – and then suspended again appeared first on Portugal Resident.
First phase of new Lisbon airport underway
Home News First phase of new Lisbon airport underway First phase of new Lisbon airport underway Miguel Pinto Luz, Minister of Infrastructure and Housing, has announced that all necessary conditions are in place for the construction of the new Luís Vaz de Camões Airport in Alcochete.
Border Control: System suspended at Lisbon Airport may be tested next week
Next week the European Border Control System may return to Lisbon Airport. The aim is to test the system that was suspended at the end of last year for citizens from outside the Schengen Area.
€20 million later, Lisbon Airport's Terminal 2 has had a facelift
The expansion of Terminal 2 at Lisbon Airport has officially opened.
Miguel Pinto Luz assures that 'Portugal continues to control its borders'
The Minister of Infrastructure says waiting time at Lisbon airport has been reduced to half an hour. He sought to convey a reassuring message, saying that border control remains in place. 'Portugal is a sovereign country that respects and applies rigour to the control of its borders,' he said.
Minister says Lisbon Airport will have to cope for another 10 to 12 years
Lisbon Airport is expected to remain in operation for at least another 10 to 12 years while the Alcochete airport project progresses. The assurance was given by the Minister of Infrastructure at the inauguration of the expansion works for Terminal 2 of Humberto Delgado Airport.
Lisbon Airport reinforces terminals as it hits a new passenger record
Lisbon Airport saw passenger numbers rise 2.9% to 36.1 million last year, a new high. Terminal 2 has gained four boarding gates and work on Terminal 1 is progressing.
Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) wants to know full extent of expansion before assessing further works
With improvement works to Lisbon Airport's operations already under way, approval from the Portuguese Environment Agency is still outstanding for the increase in the infrastructure's capacity.
Pinto Luz warns ANA: "The time for postponements is over"
ANA will submit the environmental report to increase Humberto Delgado Airport's capacity to 45 movements per hour in May. This month the first phase of the environmental report for the future Luís de Camões Airport will be delivered, which the Minister of Infrastructure says will be operational within 10 to 12 years.
Suspension of automated border-control system reduces queues at Lisbon Airport
After the chaos that forced the Government to act and suspend the automated border-control system at airports for three months, queue times returned to normal in the early days of 2026, typically under an hour. The Minister of Internal Administration will be heard in Parliament this Wednesday in an urgent debate.
Queues reduced in Lisbon Airport
Home News Queues reduced in Lisbon Airport Queues reduced in Lisbon Airport The suspension of the new entry/exit system in the Schengen Area and the reinforcement of means reduced the waiting times.
08:00: Earthquake hits Japan's west coast
There are, for now, no reports of damage or casualties. Also in this bulletin: 24 GNR personnel are reinforcing border control at Lisbon Airport today.
Emirates plane avoids collision on the runway at Lisbon Airport
A Boeing A770 was at just over 350 metres altitude when it had to perform a go‑around because of another aircraft.
Officers say the GNR is being used 'as a throwing weapon' at Lisbon Airport
The head of the association representing GNR officers said there is “almost an attempt” to use the GNR, which is military in nature, to “bring the civilian police into line”.
20:00 — 24 GNR personnel reinforce border control at Lisbon Airport
Reports indicate 24 National Republican Guard (GNR) personnel were assigned to reinforce border checks at Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport to help reduce queues and bolster security. The GNR later clarified the 24 officers will be deployed as reinforcements from next Tuesday; the airport had previously been reinforced by 25 GNR personnel at 19:00 and around 80 PSP officers over the Christmas period.
Police union criticises Government's 'unprecedented' measure that 'will solve nothing' at Lisbon Airport
SPP/PSP says the delays at the airport are due to the new passenger screening system, which is 'more time-consuming'.
Brussels to request “more details” regarding suspension of European border control system
The European Commission has said it will ask Portuguese authorities for “more details” regarding the suspension announced yesterday of the European border control system for non-EU citizens at Lisbon airport. The post Brussels to request “more details” regarding suspension of European border control system appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Brussels identifies “Serious Deficiencies” at Lisbon Airport
Home News Brussels identifies “Serious Deficiencies” at Lisbon Airport Brussels identifies “Serious Deficiencies” at Lisbon Airport European Commission technicians who conducted an unannounced assessment of Lisbon airport between December 15 and 17 concluded that there are “serious deficiencies”
José Luís Carneiro accuses government of 'lack of preparedness and incompetence'
The leader of the Socialist Party (PS) does not understand the temporary suspension of the border-control system at Lisbon Airport and blames the executive.
Enough! EU border controls suspended for three months at Lisbon airport
After months of agonising queues at Lisbon airport (since the implementation of the EU’s new entry/ exit system at border control), Portugal’s government has taken the initiative: The European border The post Enough! EU border controls suspended for three months at Lisbon airport appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Border controls suspended at Lisbon Airport
Home News Border controls suspended at Lisbon Airport Border controls suspended at Lisbon Airport The European border control system for non-EU citizens will be suspended for three months at Lisbon airport, an infrastructure that will be reinforced “immediately” with GNR personnel.
€7.5 million for Lisbon Airport border control
Home News €7. 5 million for Lisbon Airport border control €7. 5 million for Lisbon Airport border control The PSP will receive €7.
Portugal airport queue “reduction”
Home News Portugal airport queue “reduction” Portugal airport queue “reduction” The Ministry of Internal Administration (MAI) has said that there has been a decrease in queues and waiting times at Lisbon airport and that all posts have PSP (Public Security Police) officers permanently stationed t
