Record Number of Brazilians Vote Abroad in Portugal's Presidential Election

Over 134,000 Brazilians registered in Portugal voted in the first round of Brazil's presidential elections, a 66.63% increase from 2022. Lisbon, with 78,833 registered voters, was the largest voting location outside Brazil. The University of Lisbon received the highest number of voters, with 78,833 registered across three buildings. The election was marked by long lines and a high turnout, with Brazilians carrying flags and jerseys supporting their candidates. The result was a close race between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro.