Immigration
Portugal records the 2nd highest number of expulsion orders in the EU
In the second quarter of 2026 (April to June), Portugal issued 11,190 expulsion orders to non-EU citizens, the second-highest figure in the European Union behind France (32,420). Across the EU, there were 110,335 total expulsion orders issued, a 12% decrease compared to the same period in 2025, though actual returns of individuals to third countries increased by 9.7%.
Why it matters
While this is a statistical report rather than a change in policy, it reflects a significant increase in enforcement activity that residents should be aware of regarding the current regulatory climate in Portugal.ObservadorRead original ↗
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