Law No. 62/2026: Parliament updates rules on temporary installation centers, entry and stay, and asylum procedures · Bica

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Law No. 62/2026: Parliament updates rules on temporary installation centers, entry and stay, and asylum procedures

This new law implements multiple EU regulations and transposes EU directives into Portuguese law. It amends the legal regime for the temporary installation of foreign nationals or stateless persons, the general legal framework for the entry, stay, and departure of foreigners in national territory, and the procedures for granting asylum and subsidiary protection.

Why it mattersIf you are a foreign resident, an asylum seeker, or in the process of dealing with entry and residency requirements, this law updates the fundamental rules and procedures that govern your legal status and rights in Portugal.

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