Portugal's Immigrant Population Surpasses 1.5 Million: Latest AIMA Report Reveals Surprising Growth
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Portugal's Immigrant Population Surpasses 1.5 Million: Latest AIMA Report Reveals Surprising Growth

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Summary:

  • 1.5 million immigrants currently residing in Portugal, according to AIMA.

  • Revised data for 2023 shows 1,293,463 foreign citizens with residency permits.

  • Initial estimates had significantly underestimated the immigrant population.

Immigrant Population in Portugal

The Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo (AIMA) has announced that the number of residents in Portugal with regularized immigration status has reached 1,546,521. This figure reflects a significant increase from previous estimates, highlighting the dynamic nature of immigration in the country.

Revised Statistics for 2023

According to the mission structure, the number of foreign citizens with residency permits in Portugal for the year 2023 has been revised upwards to 1,293,463, a drastic change from the initial count of 1,044,606. This adjustment underscores the important and growing role of immigrants in Portuguese society.

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