The main mission of the Direção de Assuntos Internacionais is to provide direct advisory support  to the Vice-President for International Affairs, namely in international institutional representations, participation in international networks and projects, and the development of strategies and initiatives to support  the implementation of its activities.

The Direção de Assuntos Internacionais carries out its responsibilities through the International Affairs Division which operates through the following offices:

• International Admissions Office
• International Fundraising Office
•  International Mobility and Partnership Office