Illegal evictions are the most frequent housing complaint in Porto, says Habitação Hoje association

The association Habitação Hoje reports that illegal evictions are the primary issue in over 100 housing cases handled in the Porto district since 2021. Other common complaints include illegal rent increases, lack of necessary repairs, non-return of security deposits, and failure to provide rent receipts. The association notes that foreigners are particularly vulnerable to these issues due to a lack of knowledge regarding Portuguese tenancy law and the fear of exposing their residency status.