Comprehensive overview of migration trends and demographics in Portugal
827,354
Foreign Residents (2023)
7.9%
Of Total Population
11.6%
Year-over-Year Growth
187
Nationalities
Top Source Countries
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Non-EU Countries
🇧🇷Brazil: 233,138 residents
🇬🇧United Kingdom: 45,218 residents
🇨🇳China: 35,614 residents
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EU Countries
🇮🇹Italy: 45,977 residents
🇫🇷France: 44,693 residents
🇩🇪Germany: 20,542 residents
Regional Distribution
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Major Urban Centers
Lisbon Metropolitan Area: 42% of foreign residents
Porto Metropolitan Area: 15% of foreign residents
Algarve Region: 12% of foreign residents
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Growth Areas
Interior regions showing increased migration, particularly from digital nomads and retirees. Significant growth in medium-sized cities like Braga, Coimbra, and Aveiro.
Key Migration Trends
✦Digital Nomads: Significant increase in remote workers, particularly from the US and UK, choosing Portugal as their base.
✦Retirees: Growing number of retired Europeans and Americans, attracted by the NHR tax regime and quality of life.
✦Students: 8% increase in international students, with notable growth from Brazilian and African countries.
✦Skilled Professionals: Rising numbers of tech professionals and entrepreneurs, particularly in Lisbon and Porto's startup ecosystems.
Data sources: SEF (Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service), INE (National Statistics Institute), PORDATA. Latest available data as of 2023.
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