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FlashPortugalOctober 7, 2026

Portugal's AIMA Offices to Close for 24-Hour National Strike on October 6, 2026

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Portugal's Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) will experience a 24-hour national strike on October 6, 2026. All AIMA offices across Portugal will close, impacting services for residence permits, visa extensions, and citizenship applications. Applicants should plan accordingly.

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Key takeaways

  • AIMA offices nationwide will be closed for 24 hours on October 6, 2026, due to a national strike.
  • New documents will not be accepted on this day; however, existing application processing is expected to continue without special delay or acceleration.
  • Applicants should verify the official AIMA website for updates before planning any visits around this date, especially if facing deadlines.

AIMA National Strike Scheduled for October 6, 2026

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) in Portugal will conduct a 24-hour national strike on October 6, 2026. This action will result in the closure of all AIMA offices across the country, including major cities such as Lisbon, Porto, and Braga.

During the strike, services for submitting documents for residence permits, visa extensions, citizenship applications, consultations, and the issuance of permits will be suspended. While existing application processing times are expected to continue, no new applications or documents will be accepted on this specific day.

Applicants with deadlines around October 6, 2026, are advised to consider submitting their documents earlier. It is also recommended to check the official AIMA website for any specific announcements regarding office closures or potential exceptions before planning a visit.

Sources

Based on Emigro corridor reporting. Primary links below.

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