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Ahmed dreams of studying in Lisbon, but still doesn't have a Portuguese visa to leave GazaPhoto by 6000311 on Pexels
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Ahmed dreams of studying in Lisbon, but still doesn't have a Portuguese visa to leave Gaza

Público12 September 2026 at 11:46

Ahmed, a 21-year-old Palestinian student, dreams of studying at ISEL (Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa), having already paid tuition for the degree at the institution. However, the young man remains trapped in the Gaza Strip, unable to obtain a Portuguese visa that would allow him to leave the territory and travel to Portugal.

Ahmed's situation depends on the support of Portuguese diplomacy. The student awaits Portuguese authorities to intervene to facilitate the issuance of the visa and allow his departure from Gaza, in a context marked by conflict and instability in the region.

This case illustrates the difficulties faced by Palestinian civilians trying to leave Gaza during the conflict, where diplomatic and immigration processes become particularly complex. Obtaining visas and travel authorizations for besieged territories represents a significant obstacle for those seeking opportunities abroad.

Why this matters

This case illustrates the concrete difficulties that Gaza civilians face in accessing educational opportunities and leaving the conflict zone, even when they already have a confirmed place at a European institution. The situation also highlights Portugal's diplomatic challenges in supporting its foreign students in war-torn territories.

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