Retorno voluntário: pedidos de apoio para regressar ao país de origem sobem mais de 40% em Portugal

In Portugal, requests for voluntary return support have surged over 40% in 2026, driven by rising living costs and employment challenges. Since 2020, over 2,000 immigrants have sought assistance, predominantly Brazilians. The International Organization for Migration's program offers logistical and financial help for those unable to return home. Despite high registration numbers, only a fraction have successfully returned, often due to changing circumstances like finding employment. The program also provides reintegration support, including financial aid for starting new projects in their home countries. The increase in requests reflects broader economic difficulties faced by immigrants.