The AIMA portal is now open for the renewal of residency permits that expire in January 2027. The system currently supports renewals for permits expiring between 1 July 2025 and 31 January 2027.
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A coordinated European operation led by Europol and the European Labour Authority, which took place from 14 to 20 September, identified nine foreign nationals in the restaurant sector as victims of labour exploitation in Portugal. Authorities questioned four defendants—a woman, two men, and a company, all Portuguese nationals—following inspections across sectors including construction, agriculture, and maritime infrastructure.
Golden Visa holders remain eligible to apply for permanent residency in Portugal after five years of legal residence. Once granted permanent residency, the holder is no longer required to maintain the initial qualifying investment, though the residency period required to apply for Portuguese nationality is now ten years under the law effective since 19 May 2026.
The Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK is hosting a free informational event in Edinburgh on 12 November 2026. The programme features seminars and consultations with experts on residency and visa requirements, cross-border tax planning, property purchases, and financial relocation logistics.