Key Takeaways
The Portuguese government agrees to make exceptions for sports clubs that are expressing interest in athletes in the immigration process.
Sports clubs and federations will sign a protocol with the government, that allows to speed up the process of regularisation of athletes who are third-country nationals already in the immigration system.
These athletes could have their migration status changed especially for relevant events that serve the public interest.

 

Reference Link: https://schengen.news/portuguese-government-agrees-to-accelerate-residence-permit-process-for-immigrant-athletes/