The June 3 Strike in Portugal is a general strike called by CGTP (General Confederation of the Portuguese Workers) due to the approval of a new labor reform.
CGTP refers to the new labor reform as an attack on rights and an affront to the Portuguese Republic’s constitution.
Therefore, the union of workers declares a general strike for all workers on June 3rd, 2026, in the form of a complete work stoppage throughout the entire working day on that date.
All companies and services, public or private, regardless of the legal status of the employer are included.
Some companies may or may not adhere to the strike. In the following sections of this news article, we will be detailing which transport systems and sectors will be affected by the strike.
(article may be updated in the following days)
Table of Contents
Transport affected by the June 3 Strike in Portugal
- CP – Trains of Portugal: expected to be highly disrupted (minimum services). There can also be disruptions on Tuesday and Thursday. Update: effects are already being felt today (June 2nd), some trains cancelled.
- Metro/Subway of Porto and Lisbon: possible disruptions and reduced frequency
- Metro buses (e.g. in Coimbra)
- Buses (e.g. Carris – Lisbon; STCP – Porto). However, some private companies may continue to operate.
- Ferrys (e.g. Transtejo/Soflusa – Lisbon): river crossings may face cancellations or delays.
- Sightseeing buses some operators like Carristur in Lisbon (leading operator of sightseeing bus tours) may operate with reduced services or not at all.
- Air travel – flight disruptions, delays, and cancellations are possible (SITAVA – Aviation and Airport Workers Union is participating in the strike; SNPVAC – National Union of Civil Aviation Flight Crew will participate, but Civil Aviation Pilots’ Union (SPAC) will not, according to the latest information).
(we may add/alter this list in the future, according to new information)
Update: Carris buses website alert: CARRIS says it guarantees the following minimum services:
703, 708, 717, 726, 735, 736, 738, 751, 755, 758, 760, and 767
From 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. – operating at 100% of normal service;
All other times – operating at 50% of normal service.
Please confirm transport updates with official sources.
Other sectors affected by the June 3 Strike in Portugal
- Healthcare: Doctors represented by FNAM and Nurses (from private and public sector) will adhere to the strike. Some appointments, exams, and non-urgent services may be postponed. Emergency and minimum services are expected.
- Public services: such as immigration and municipal services may adhere (e.g. AIMA).
- Education: Some public schools, universities, and other Institutes may be closed or experience service disruptions.
- Social and Care Institutions: minimum-services were also issued for workers part of the National Federation of Public and Social Service Workers’ Unions (FNSTFPS).
- Architecture: Sintarq calls on all architecture workers to join the general strike.
- Courts and judicial services: operations should be reduced, with minimum services planned.
- Garbage collection may participate.
- Journalism: the journalists’ union calls for participation in the strike.
Participation in the strike can vary locally.
(we will be updating these lists in the days leading up to the June 3 strike in Portugal)
Tips to prepare for a strike
- Walking can be a practical alternative for short distances (if weather allows)
- Opt for taxis/uber/private transfers (note: some may not work and others may raise prices due to increase in demand) or car rental
- Travel outside peak hours can improve your chances of finding available transport.
- Plan ahead for essential services: public healthcare and administrative offices may operate at reduced capacity – schedule visits carefully.
- Check limited transport services: some trains, buses, and metro lines may still run under minimum service requirements. Confirm schedules in advance with operators (e.g. CP for trains).
- Stay updated with official sources.
- Some museums, monuments, and public cultural venues may operate with reduced hours, limited services, or occasional closures (to be confirmed). Have a Plan B. Perhaps a picnic outside or a walk through historic streets.
Update 2 (7pm): Clashes outside the Assembleia da República (National Assembly), burning trash cans, and people arrested. Avoid the area.
On June 3rd 2026, disruptions are expected across many sectors, as mentioned. In summary, citizens and tourists are advised to plan ahead, allow extra time for travel and appointments, and stay informed through official channels for any updates or changes throughout the day.
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