AIMA Launches "Integrar para a Construção" Programme

Current rules

The 'Integrar para a Construção' programme is launched, offering 300 hours of technical training and 300 hours of workplace training in civil construction trades. It aims to integrate immigrants, applicants and beneficiaries of international protection, and beneficiaries of temporary protection into the national labour market. Participants may receive training, food, transport allowances, personal accident insurance, and personal protective equipment. The programme has a financial allocation of approximately 2.5 million euros and targets 500 participants across 25 training groups, with cycles scheduled from July 2026 to the first half of 2027. The first cycle applications close on 5 July.

Overview

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) in Portugal has introduced the "Integrar para a Construção" programme, a new initiative to provide vocational training and socio-professional integration in the civil construction sector. This programme targets immigrants in a regular situation, applicants and beneficiaries of international protection, and beneficiaries of temporary protection, aiming to facilitate their entry or re-entry into the national labour market. The first training cycle is scheduled to commence in July 2026, with applications open until 5 July 2026.

What changed in the latest version

This programme provides a structured pathway for eligible migrants in Portugal to acquire in-demand skills and secure employment within the civil construction sector. Individuals falling into the specified categories (immigrants in regular status, protection applicants/beneficiaries) can access free training, practical experience, and financial support (allowances, insurance, protective equipment) which can significantly improve their economic autonomy and social integration. Employers in the construction sector gain access to a potentially larger pool of trained workers. Failure to meet the 5 July deadline for the first cycle application could delay participation for interested individuals, as subsequent cycles are planned for later in 2026 and 2027.

Explained simply

Imagine you're new to Portugal and want to get a good job, especially if you've been forced to leave your home country. It's tough when you don't know the language well or don't have the right skills for local jobs. This new programme, called 'Integrate for Construction,' is like a special school and internship for you. It teaches you important skills for building things, like being an electrician or a plumber, helps you with Portuguese, and gives you real work experience. Plus, they'll give you some money for training, food, and transport. It's designed to help you get a steady job in construction and build a new life in Portugal. You need to apply by 5 July if you want to start this July!

Frequently asked

Version history

1. v1Effective 1 Jul 2026EffectiveHigh impact
   AIMA Launches "Integrar para a Construção" Programme

   Portugal's AIMA has launched a new 'Integrar para a Construção' (Integrate for Construction) programme, effective 3 June 2026. This initiative offers 300 hours of technical training and 300 hours of workplace training in the civil construction sector to immigrants, applicants and beneficiaries of international protection, and beneficiaries of temporary protection residing in Portugal. The programme aims to facilitate their integration into the national labour market and provides support such as training, food, and transport allowances. Applications for the first training cycle, which begins in July 2026, close on 5 July 2026. The programme targets 500 participants across 25 training groups and has a budget of approximately 2.5 million euros.

Timeline

1. Action deadline

   5 Jul 2026

   Submit your application through the AIMA Contact Form (contactenos.aima.gov.pt).

2. Takes effect

   1 Jul 2026

   The 'Integrar para a Construção' programme is launched, offering 300 hours of technical training and 300 hours of workplace training in civil construction trades. It aims to integrate immigrants, applicants and beneficiaries of international protection, and beneficiaries of temporary protection into the national labour market. Participants may receive training, food, transport allowances, personal

3. Announced

   3 Jun 2026

   The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) in Portugal has introduced the "Integrar para a Construção" programme, a new initiative to provide vocational training and socio-professional integration in the civil construction sector. This programme targets immigrants in a regular situation, applicants and beneficiaries of international protection, and beneficiaries of temporary protectio