Portugal

When work crosses borders

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Briefings

A European Commission adopted a 'passport' for social security mobility in September 2026 to address gaps where national laws conflict with EU regulations. In Portugal, workers face complex rules where the law of the place of work applies, but telework and remote work allow exceptions under the 2023 Multilateral Agreement. The new digital tool aims to streamline access to documents like the EU Health Insurance Card, though it does not replace case-by-case legal analysis.

Key points

• In September 2026, the European Commission adopted a 'passport' for social security mobility to address gaps where national laws conflict with EU regulations.
• In Portugal, workers face complex rules where the law of the place of work applies, but telework and remote work allow exceptions under the 2023 Multilateral Agreement.

Context

The article explains that while EU regulations coordinate social security, national laws often apply in practice. Portugal uses bilateral agreements for third-country nationals, and the new 'passport' aims to digitize social security documents for faster access across the EU.

Limitations

Evidence covers only September 2026 and the EU context; Portugal-specific rules depend on bilateral agreements. The 'passport' is a tool, not a replacement for legal analysis, and uncertainty remains regarding its full implementation and impact on workers.

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