The President of the Republic today promulgated the Parliament's decree on the granting of asylum, detention, and return of foreigners. The promulgation occurs after the legislative process was concluded in Parliament.
The decree covers issues related to the international protection regime in Portugal, establishing rules for the granting of asylum. It also includes provisions on the detention of foreigners in an irregular situation and procedures for their return.
This legislative decree represents an update to the Portuguese legal framework on immigration and refugee protection. The promulgation by the President of the Republic means that the decree now proceeds to publication in the Official Gazette, becoming effective.
