How many hours can you work per day in Portugal? Know the limits and rules of working hours
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How many hours can you work per day in Portugal? Know the limits and rules of working hours

RFM3 September 2026 at 13:30

In Portugal, working hours have limits defined by law, but they are not always limited to the traditional eight hours per day. There are rules that establish the maximum duration of work, both daily and weekly.

The article explains that there are exceptions and specific regimes that can change the normal duration of work, depending on the type of contract or activity sector. Some workers may be subject to schedules different from the standard.

ACT (Authority for Working Conditions) is the entity responsible for explaining the main rules applicable to working hours in Portugal. This authority supervises compliance with labor regulations in the country.

The article aims to inform workers about their rights and the legal limits applicable to the working day, warning that rules may vary according to the specific situation of each professional.

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