AIMA in Crisis? Portugal’s Immigration Meltdown Explained

Join us for a webinar on AIMA, where we'll provide the latest AIMA Portugal update & address any confusion surrounding Portugal immigration. We will discuss the Portugal immigration news & provide insights into the current Portugal visa options. This session aims to provide clarity & answer your questions.

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Portugal’s immigration system is under intense pressure in 2025. With AIMA (Agência para a Imigração, Migrações e Asilo) struggling to replace SEF, thousands of expats & migrants are now facing endless delays, cancelled appointments, & rising uncertainty — just as new immigration laws are being debated.

In this video, we break down exactly what’s happening:
✅ Why it’s so hard to get an appointment at AIMA
✅ How long renewals & residence permit applications are really taking
✅ What the proposed 2025 immigration law changes could mean for job seekers, family reunification, & citizenship timelines
✅ The legal risks if your visa or residence card expires while you wait
✅ Why AIMA’s satisfaction rating has dropped below 20/100
✅ Practical advice on staying legal & protecting your plans in Portugal

Whether you’re applying for a new visa, renewing your residence permit, or waiting for citizenship, it’s never been more important to stay informed & get professional help to navigate the chaos.

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📌 Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:07 Overview of the situation at AIMA
02:10 Why is it so hard to get an appointment at AIMA?
04:15 How long are applications taking?
05:00 Are there any changes with renewals?
06:30 No reply to calls & emails to AIMA
07:45 What happens if your visa or residence permit expires while waiting for an appointment at AIMA?
11:07 What are the new 2025 rules for residence permit applications
12:00 Political context & background for the proposed changes
14:30 Changes to the rules for job seekers - shift to only highly qualified workers
17:30 Why are incomplete applications now being instantly rejected?
19:40 Some appointments are getting rescheduled on the day, despite being present with all the documents
20:55 Making complaints against AIMA
22:15 Is AIMA actually solving the problems SEF left behind – or making them worse?
22:48 Why is AIMA’s public satisfaction score below 20/100?
27:55 Can you still legally stay in Portugal while waiting for an appointment?
31:20 Q: Should you wait until the law is settled before you apply?
34:00 If the timeframe for citizenship is important for you, the rules may change; in this case, you may wish to wait to apply
35:15 Q: Could overstaying as a tourist affect my future visa application?
37:00 Q: Renewals & issues adding the NISS number
38:52 Q: Is AIMA closing? What changes are happening?
41:55 Overview & addressing social media misinformation

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Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!

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