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Change in Housing Grants for University Students

University students no longer need a rental contract to apply for housing support grants, according to the Diário da República.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Housing support grants for university students have been changed to no longer require a rental contract for their allocation. This change was published in the Diário da República, as reported by RTP.

The alteration will allow more students to benefit from support, facilitating access to housing without the need for a formal contract. This measure aims to alleviate the financial conditions of students during their academic journey.

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