Portugal
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Portugal’s current entry restrictions and requirements. Due to COVID-19, these may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
There is a heightened risk of forest fires when the weather is hot and dry. Parts of the country are already classified as high risk. See Natural disasters.
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There are rules about taking food and drink into the EU. See Taking food and drink into the EU for further information.
If you’re living in or moving to Portugal, read the Living in Portugal guide in addition to this travel advice.
Terrorist attacks in Portugal can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
You can contact the emergency services by calling 112.
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.
The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.