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Did Portugal become the most Islamophobic country in Europe after banning burqas? SIC Verifica checks
The law (Lei 58/2026) prohibiting the concealment of the face in public spaces was published on Monday, 2026-08-24, and takes effect on 2026-09-23. Violations carry fines of up to 3,000 euros, though exceptions exist for health, professional, artistic, or religious reasons, as well as for security or climate conditions.
Why it mattersIf you wear face-concealing clothing in public spaces, you must be aware that this new law will be enforceable starting 2026-09-23 and could lead to fines up to 3,000 euros.
