Resettlement in Portugal under residency program

Indian community (13,500) MEA replied, the Ambassador raised with AIMA. Some rejections due to incomplete/fake documents. The Embassy supports genuine cases & impr oving services. MEA का जवाब मिला; राजदूत ने AIMA से बात की। अधूरे/फर्जी दस्तावेज़ों से कुछ रिजेक्शन हुए। दूतावास असली आवेदनों को सहयोग दे रहा है और सेवाएँ बेहतर कर रहा है /78031497  Update for Indian nationals in Portugal: Govt. of India & Embassy are fully engaged with AIMA on residence permit rejections. Some mistakes (docs, PCCs) have caused problems, but genuine cases are being supported. Embassy services have been expanded for all applicants. https://epaper.dainiksavera times.in/c https://epaper.dainiksaveratimes.in/c/78028166 https://epaper.dainiksaveratimes.in/c/78031497

We respect Portugal’s legal process. Still, human rights are non-negotiable: fair hearings, translation support, legal aid, and consular help for every Indian. #IndiansAbroad https://epaper.dainiksaveratimes.in/c/78002090 13,500 Indians face deportation in Portugal. India can’t intervene in law—but it must insist on due process, consular access & dignity. 🇮🇳🇵🇹 #HumanRights #DueProcess HI: पुर्तगाल में 13,500 भारतीय निर्वासन के खतरे में। भारत कानून में दखल नहीं दे सकता, पर मानवाधिकार, उचित प्रक्रिया और कांसुलर मदद ज़रूरी है। 🇮🇳🇵🇹 #HumanRights #DueProcess

  In Portugal, Indian Migrants Face a Costly Fight to Halt Deportation: Court Fee ₹70,000, Lawyer Fee Over ₹1,00,000—Community Raises Alarm. Lisbon/Portugal.  Members of the Indian community say that seeking a temporary stay on deportation in Portugal is becoming prohibitively expensive—around ₹70,000 in court fees, plus over ₹1,00,000 in legal fees in many cases.  Community representatives estimate that approximately 13,500 Indians are caught in administrative and legal uncertainty. Families describe the burden as crushing, alleging that law-abiding migrants are being worn down by high costs and lengthy procedures. At the same time,  government agencies and the Indian Embassy have not stepped in strongly enough to help. Disclaimer: This report is based on experiences and information shared by community members. Exact amounts and figures can vary by case, lawyer, and circumstances. Independent verification is pending.

Over 13,000 Indian Nationals Face Deportation Risk in Portugal. Thousands of migrants in Portugal have received notifications to leave the country or face removal. Community advocates warn that over 13,000 Indian nationals could be affected. Thousands of lives are being upended,” said Dharmjit Singh Saini, Director of Crown Portugal. “We urge a fair, case-by-case approach that respects due process and human dignity.  

Hundreds of immigrants and allies gathered peacefully today in Lisbon to denounce the ongoing detention and deportation threats faced by long-term foreign residents in Portugal. The protest shed light on the growing number of hardworking, law-abiding immigrants who are being denied residence permits or even detained, despite having no criminal records, and despite living, working, and contributing in Portugal for several years. The use of non-criminal SIS (Schengen Information System) alerts to justify detentions and deportations has triggered alarm and fear within immigrant communities.