The sudden end to allowing illegally arrived migrant workers to stay while applying for work permits has raised concerns, with representatives claiming this highlights a disorganized immigration policy.
Deputy Minister Freitas stated that the new policy aligns with European regulations but is viewed by NGOs as a concession to right-wing populist agendas against immigration.
Freitas noted that the backlog of about 400,000 legalization applications at the immigration agency necessitated closing a loophole that encouraged illegal migrant arrivals.
The requirement for migrants to apply for residence permits only at embassies or consulates abroad has led to frustration, especially for workers from countries lacking a presence in Portugal.
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