Ask the Lawyer: My application under the transitional regime was denied. Now what? · Bica

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Ask the Lawyer: My application under the transitional regime was denied. Now what?

The AIMA is currently issuing denials for residency applications under the transitional regime for those who did not meet the specific legal requirements. These notifications often include a mandatory order to voluntarily leave Portugal within a 10-to-20-day window, which, if ignored, can lead to deportation procedures and a potential Schengen-wide entry ban.

Why it mattersIf you received a denial letter, you must take immediate legal action; failing to respond to the departure order within the 20-day limit can result in serious legal consequences, including a ban on entering the Schengen Area.

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