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Home News Portugal issued fewer residence permits Portugal issued fewer residence permits The Minister of the Presidency stated that in 2025, consulates issued 70,000 work visas, an increase compared to previous years, but 60% fewer residence permits were granted compared to 2023.
AIMA’s failure to provide clear instructions is blocking the online renewal process for residence permits, leaving immigrants uncertain about their legal status and next steps.
The most common reasons for cancellation are the use of false documentation and behaviours contrary to the rules of residence in Portugal. Additionally, musician and editor Nuno Rodrigues has passed away.
The Public Security Police (PSP) has already submitted more than a thousand proposals to cancel residence permits, resulting from actions at Lisbon airport, since the beginning of the year, it was reported today.
The Public Security Police (PSP) has initiated more than a thousand proposals for the cancellation of residence permits this year.
The most common reasons are the use of fraudulent documents, misleading statements, or “incompatible conduct” with the rules associated with legal residency in the country.
The Public Security Police (PSP) has already submitted over a thousand proposals for the cancellation of residence permits, resulting from actions at Lisbon airport since the beginning of the year.
Among the most common reasons for these proposals are the “use of false or fraudulent documents.”
This article discusses the requirements for renewing residence permits for CPLP citizens, specifically focusing on whether having income in Portugal is mandatory.
In 2024, the issuance of first residence permits in the country for foreign minors fell by 19%, in a European Union where most member states went in the opposite direction. Only Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Germany, Norway, and Hungary recorded a greater decrease.
The article discusses proposed amendments to Portugal's Immigration Law, which aim to tighten migration controls. Key changes include the abolition of the “Expression of Interest” mechanism, removing a pathway for third-country nationals to apply for residence permits without a visa. A new temporary visa for qualified job seekers will allow a 120-day stay to find employment, with a one-year waiting period for reapplication if unsuccessful. Stricter family reunification rules will require a valid residence permit for at least two years, proof of cohabitation or financial dependency, and participation in language and civic integration programs. The entrepreneur residence route will be reinforced to focus on innovative projects within certified incubators. Additionally, the bill introduces limited judicial remedies for immigration agency delays and promotes bilateral agreements for worker mobility in key sectors.
