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A new higher education support model will take effect in the 2026/2027 academic year, with government funding rising to €220 million, up 53% from the current budget. The average annual scholarship will increase to €2,660. Financial aid will be calculated based on tuition, housing, food and transport costs in each municipality, minus the amount a… Continue reading Government to Raise Student Scholarships and Change Calculation Rules
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Portuguese Law Firms Form Consortium to Challenge Immigration and Nationality Law Changes
Four Portuguese law firms — Paxlegal, Liberty Legal, RME Legal and Fieldfisher Portugal — have formed a consortium to defend immigrants affected by recent amendments to Portugal’s Foreigners Law and Nationality Law. Lawyer André Miranda said the firms united because clients across different offices face similar legal problems. The consortium is preparing at least four… Continue reading Portuguese Law Firms Form Consortium to Challenge Immigration and Nationality Law Changes
Portugal Tops Global Ranking of Resilient Food Systems
Portugal ranked first among 60 countries in the Resilient Food Systems Index compiled by Economist Impact, which assesses national food and agricultural systems across four key categories. The country achieved its strongest results in food quality and safety, scoring nearly 89 out of 100 due to high-quality protein sources, strict food safety standards, and dietary… Continue reading Portugal Tops Global Ranking of Resilient Food Systems
How Supermarkets Are Becoming a Key Tool for Immigrant Integration
A new study by The Consumer Intelligence Lab, presented to the Centromarca association, found that grocery shopping plays a central role in immigrant integration. By the end of 2024, more than 1.5 million foreigners lived in the country, accounting for around 14% of the population. Based on interviews and 829 in-person surveys, the research showed… Continue reading How Supermarkets Are Becoming a Key Tool for Immigrant Integration
Lisbon Book Fair Returns With Expanded Cultural Program and Sustainability Initiatives
The Lisbon Book Fair will take place at Eduardo VII Park from May 27 to June 14, featuring an expanded cultural and community-focused program. Organizers have scheduled more than 2,200 events, including author talks, book launches, panel discussions and signing sessions, with participation from 128 publishers and around 900 literary brands. In addition to the… Continue reading Lisbon Book Fair Returns With Expanded Cultural Program and Sustainability Initiatives
One in Ten Rental Apartments Is Leased Within 24 Hours
According to data from property platform idealista for the first quarter of 2026, around 11% of long-term rental properties secure tenants in less than 24 hours. The fastest-moving market is in the Azores, where half of all listings on São Miguel are removed within a day, with Ponta Delgada showing the same rate. On mainland… Continue reading One in Ten Rental Apartments Is Leased Within 24 Hours
Portugal has officially adopted a new citizenship law
Portugal has officially adopted a new citizenship law that takes effect on May 19, 2026, significantly tightening naturalization rules. The required period of legal residence before applying for citizenship has increased from five to seven years for citizens of CPLP countries and EU member states, and to 10 years for all other foreigners. Integration requirements… Continue reading Portugal has officially adopted a new citizenship law
Portugal Changes Citizenship Rules for Children of Foreign Parents Born in the Country
Portugal is introducing stricter citizenship rules for children born in the country to foreign parents. Once the new law takes effect following its publication in Diário da República, a child will automatically qualify for Portuguese citizenship by birth only if at least one parent has legally resided in Portugal for a minimum of five years.… Continue reading Portugal Changes Citizenship Rules for Children of Foreign Parents Born in the Country
Portugal’s Central Bank Prepares to Tighten Mortgage Rules and Reduce Permitted Household Debt Burden
Banco de Portugal is preparing to tighten mortgage lending rules by lowering the maximum debt-service ratio for households. Families are currently allowed to allocate up to 50% of their net monthly income to debt repayments, but the regulator is considering reducing the cap by 5 to 10 percentage points. For a household earning €2,000 per… Continue reading Portugal’s Central Bank Prepares to Tighten Mortgage Rules and Reduce Permitted Household Debt Burden
Compensation for Unlawful Dismissal: How Payments Are Calculated and What Employers Must Reimburse
Employees who are unlawfully dismissed have the right to challenge the decision in court and choose either reinstatement or financial compensation. Portugal’s Labour Code protects workers in cases where dismissal occurs without valid grounds or for ideological reasons. The court determines compensation individually, taking into account both the employee’s base salary and the employer’s degree… Continue reading Compensation for Unlawful Dismissal: How Payments Are Calculated and What Employers Must Reimburse
