Portugal

legal Status

Homeschooling is legal under national curriculum

Overview

Homeschooling is permitted under Portuguese law. Children living longer than 4 months in Portugal must attend school by law, but home education under the Portuguese national curriculum is allowed.

Key Information

Population:

10,000,000

Homeschool Status:

legal

Last Updated:

2024-01-01

Country Code:

PRT

Status Legend

Legal - Fully legal and unregulated
Regulated - Legal but subject to regulations
Restricted - Legal but heavily restricted
Illegal - Illegal or effectively banned
Unknown - Status unclear or data unavailable

Additional Resources

For the most up-to-date information and legal guidance, consider consulting:

  • • Your country's ministry of education or equivalent authority
  • • Local homeschool support groups and organizations
  • • Qualified legal professionals familiar with education law
  • • International homeschool associations and networks
  • • Embassy or consulate resources for your country