Portugal

What changed

The Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo (AIMA) has implemented an update to its Renewals Portal in Portugal, specifically for European Union (EU) nationals and their family members applying for permanent residence. This update removes the requirement for applicants to provide their Tax Identification Number (NIF) and Social Security Identification Number (NISS) during the online submission process for Permanent Residence Certificates and Cards. This change aims to streamline the application procedure and improve user experience.

What changed

Portugal's Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo (AIMA) has issued updated guidance on the documentation required from third-country nationals applying for residence as family members of EU citizens. The new directives specify that marriage certificates must be issued within six months of the appointment date and be duly signed and stamped, or a valid access code provided. For applications involving minors, proof of family relationship, legal representation, and parental responsibilities must be presented, with birth certificates for those aged 16 and over valid for 12 months.

What changed

The Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo (AIMA) has published updated guidance for the renewal of paper Residence Cards (CR) in Portugal. This guidance, published on 13 August 2026, instructs EU nationals and their third-country national family members to omit the leading zero when entering their card number on the Renewal Portal. It also establishes an email submission pathway for those unable to complete the renewal online despite following the new instruction.

What changed

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has opened a special room for lawyers and solicitors. This room is only for their use. It is at the AIMA Lisbon II Centre, at Rua Álvaro Coutinho, 16, Anjos. AIMA worked with the Bar Association (Ordem dos Advogados, OA) and the Chamber of Solicitors and Enforcement Agents (Ordem dos Solicitadores e dos Agentes de Execução, OSAE) to create this room. The goal is to better support professionals who represent people from other countries. It also aims to make services more efficient.

What changed

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has launched the 'Integrar para a Construção' programme. Its first cycle starts in July 2026. This programme is part of the Action Plan for Migrations. It offers job training and support to help people get jobs. It is for eligible migrants and people with protection status in Portugal. The programme focuses on the civil construction industry. Applications for the first cycle close on 5 July 2026.

What changed

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has added a new feature to its Renewals Portal. This lets European Union (EU) citizens and their family members apply for permanent residence certificates and cards online. From 1 July 2026, this digital way of applying replaces older ways. It makes the application process, fee payment, and document submission smoother for these specific types of residence. This change is part of AIMA's larger plan to update and digitise its services.