Portugal is tightening up! The government now wants to restrict work-seeking visas to highly qualified foreign workers only, aiming to control immigration while boosting its economy with top talent. The move could impact thousands of hopeful migrants, especially Brazilians, who make up Portugal’s largest foreign community.

The new programme also proposes stricter language requirements for renewing certain residence permits, encouraging better integration and alignment with constitutional values. Authorities stress that uncontrolled immigration is no longer acceptable.

Although it’s still a proposal, if passed, it could significantly impact how job seekers and migrants approach life in Portugal. Will it help the economy or make it harder to settle? Time will tell.