Fact Sheets

The new “Nationality Law” n. º 1/2026 has been published and amends Portugal’s previous Nationality Law (Lei n.º 37/81) in the Diário da República on the 18 May 2026. The new law came into force on the 19 May 2026 (day after publication).

A vehicle recall is a free, mandatory safety repair ordered by the manufacturer - and in Portugal, an unfixed recall now causes your vehicle to fail inspection.

Portugal is widely recognised as one of Europe’s most progressive countries in LGBTQI+ equality. Over the past two decades, it has built a strong legal framework protecting people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and sex characteristics. These protections shape daily life in meaningful ways, ensuring dignity, safety and equal opportunity for everyone.

This summary outlines the essential legal considerations when buying rural land in Portugal, focusing on statutory pre-emption rights.

Did you know that by pressing the green key on a Multibanco ATM, you activate MB WAY? The green key is usually used to confirm selections. However, when pressed without inserting a bank card, it automatically starts an MB WAY operation.

Did you know that by pressing the green key on a Multibanco ATM, you activate MB WAY? The green key is usually used to confirm selections. However, when pressed without inserting a bank card, it automatically starts an MB WAY operation.

This remains the most reliable way to end a telecom contract in Portugal. Sending a registered termination letter (carta de rescisão) with acknowledgment of receipt to any operator — whether NOS, MEO, Vodafone, or NOWO — is the best way to avoid being routed to the retention department and pressured to stay.

This law updates Portugal’s immigration framework, specifically amending Law No. 23/2007, which governs the entry, stay and departure of foreigners from Portuguese territory.

What is permitted in condominium parking and garage spaces, as well as their rights and obligations. These areas, although essential for daily convenience, are often a source of disputes between neighbours.

This Factsheet will assist you to apply for this government initiative called Fundo Ambiental (Environmental fund), which is intended to provide financial assistance for the zero-emission vehicles, included in the Green Mobility – Passengers and Green Mobility –Merchants.