It’s become much harder for a Portuguese citizen to obtain a new residency permit for Macao. The situation is currently being discussed by officials from both sides.
Portuguese consulate
In a bid to trim six-month delays, measures have been introduced to prevent people from booking multiple appointment slots, while some services are now available online.
A half-year wait to renew travel documents via the consulate in Macao is testing the patience of many local Portuguese citizens.
Industrial action over pay and conditions threatened to affect legations worldwide, including in Macao, but protests have been staved off following a breakthrough in talks.
The program, sponsored by SJM Resorts, comes as officials emphasise the importance of the language to China’s trade with lusophone countries.
The wave of industrial action sweeping Portugal, as both public and private sector workers demand higher wages in response to inflation, could soon be reaching Macao.
