Portugal’s residency rules have entered a new phase of clarity.
Recent updates to the legal framework extend the validity of residence cards for up to six months after expiry, offering a crucial grace period for foreign residents. The regulation also defines specific deadlines for renewals and outlines what happens once the extension ends.
This brief by Saba House explains the key provisions, renewal requirements, and the legal limits of this transitional period within Portuguese territory.
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