Ministry of Internal Administration (Portugal)

The Ministry of Internal Administration (Portuguese: Ministério da Administração Interna, abbreviated as MAI) is a governmental department of Portugal responsible for internal security, civil protection, and border control. It oversees various security forces and agencies including the Public Security Police (PSP), the National Republican Guard (GNR), the Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF, which is currently undergoing restructuring and its powers are being transferred to other agencies), and the National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC).

The MAI's responsibilities encompass a wide range of areas crucial to maintaining law and order, ensuring public safety, and managing Portugal's borders. This includes combating crime, managing traffic safety, preventing and responding to natural disasters and other emergencies, overseeing elections, and ensuring the security of state assets.

The Minister of Internal Administration is the head of the ministry and a member of the Portuguese government. They are responsible for setting the overall policy direction and overseeing the implementation of the ministry's programs. The MAI works in close collaboration with other government ministries and agencies, as well as international organizations, to achieve its objectives. The headquarters of the Ministry is located in Lisbon.