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Portugal tightens immigration rules with far-right backing

Migrants hold posters during a protest in front of the Portuguese parliament for rights and residency permits, in Lisbon, on 17 September 2025. REUTERS - Pedro Nunes

Portugal’s right-wing government has won parliamentary approval for a new immigration law, passed with support from the far-right Chega party. The reforms set stricter conditions for foreigners seeking to settle in the country.

The centre-right coalition pushed the bill through parliament on Tuesday with support from all right-wing parties. Left-wing parties voted against it.

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