Entry

You are obliged to be able to always identify yourself with your passport or identity card.

Safety

Portugal is considered as a safe country but pickpocketing and theft are common in the big cities and tourist resorts. Cars are also broken into, and holiday homes are burgled. Observe the usual precautionary measures.

Important phone numbers

+351 is the international code

112 - police

112 - ambulance

112 - fire brigade

Language

Portuguese is the official language in Portugal.

Currency and means of payment

In Portugal you pay in Euro (EUR). You can pay everywhere with credit cards. It is accepted as a means of payment in all shops, Restaurant or Hotels. In the taxi you may have to pay cash.

Tip

It is customary to tip in hotels, restaurants, bars and to guides and taxi drivers. If you are satisfied with the service, generally tip 10%.

Transport and infrastructure

Portugal has a good road network. Motorways tolls can only be paid electronically on various routes. The country has a relatively extensive network of bus routes.

Risk due to nature

In summer there is a risk of forest fires in many places. Pay attention to weather forecasts as well as warnings and instructions from local authorities, e.g., evacuation orders.

National holiday

10. June – the date refers to the anniversary of the death of the national poet Luís de Camões.