Law 62/2026 Ends Tacit Approval: What If You Already Have It but No Card?
Since 11 Sep 2026, AIMA silence no longer approves renewals. Tacitly approved but still no card? What Law 62/2026 says, what is unclear and what to do.
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€20 Green Rail Pass Now Covers Lisbon and Porto Urban Trains
From 27 Sep 2026 the €20 Green Rail Pass works on CP urban trains in Lisbon and Porto. Residents only; metro and bus still not covered.
Public-Sector Strike Friday 2 October: Check Schools and Appointments
General public-admin careers strike on Friday 2 October. Schools, Segurança Social and town-hall desks may close — check before you go.
SNS Access for Non-Resident Foreigners: Parliament Passes First Vote
Parliament approved in a first vote bills making non-resident and undocumented foreigners pay for SNS care, except urgent care. Not law yet: what it means.
IRS Cut 2026: Law Published in Diário da República – What It Means for Your Payslip
Portugal’s 2026 IRS cut law was published on 22 October as Law 64-B/2026. The new rates still need a Government decree-law. What it means for your pay.
AIMA Workers Call 24-Hour Strike for 6 October as Leadership Is Uncertain
AIMA strike, 6 Oct 2026: AIMA says 11.6% joined, the union says about 50%. Appointment missed? AIMA says it will email you a new date.
AIMA Report: Portugal Had 1.59 Million Foreign Residents at End of 2025
AIMA’s 2025 report: 1,585,854 foreign residents, slower growth, fewer family reunification permits, and figures for India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan.
Minimum Wage 2027: Government Keeps €970 Plan as Unions Push for More
Portugal’s minimum wage is €920 in 2026. On 21 October the Government kept its €970 plan for 2027; unions still ask for €1,000 to €1,100. Not law yet.