Immigrants face greater insecurity with the result of the elections in Portugal; Portuguese nationality is a solution
The recent victory of the center-right coalition in the elections in Portugal and the significant rise of the extreme right in Parliament raise important concerns for immigrants in the country.
The tightening of migration policies and anti-migration rhetoric can increase vulnerability, especially for less protected groups. Read the full article on here.
What is happening?
- The far-right Chega party has more than quintupled its representation in Parliament since 2022, reaching 58 seats — tying with the traditional Socialist Party.
- Around 18,000 irregular immigrants were notified to leave Portugal voluntarily within 20 days, in a measure announced shortly before the official start of the electoral campaign.
- Anti-immigration rhetoric has symbolic and practical effects, fostering a climate of insecurity and increasing cases of racism and xenophobia in society.
Impact for Brazilians
- Brazilians represent 35% of migrants in Portugal, but, according to experts, they should not be the most affected by the measures due to the strong diplomatic relationship between Brazil and Portugal.
- The Chega party avoids mentioning Brazilians in its proposals, as this group has considerable support for the party.
- Legal agreements and bilateral treaties, such as the CPLP, guarantee certain privileges to Brazilians, unlike other nationalities, such as Asians and Muslims, who may face greater difficulties.
Why can Portuguese nationality make all the difference?
- Reduce vulnerability: citizenship provides legal certainty and protection against political changes and hostile speech.
- Guarantee the right to live, work and study freely in Portugal and throughout the European Union.
- Expand your investment, business and quality of life opportunities.
- Avoid situations of instability and discrimination, with access to full rights as a European citizen.
Don't leave your future in the hands of uncertainty.
Talk to the Martins Castro team and find out how to obtain your Portuguese nationality safely, quickly and confidently. Protect yourself and your family to face any changes in the political scenario.
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