Portugal Travel Advice

FCDO Advice:

Entry requirements differ by country. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office issues country specific travel advice including Health, Visa and Vaccination requirements.

If you are planning to visit Portugal please read the FCDO advice available here https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/portugal

Entry requirements:

• Entry requirements: There are no COVID-19 vaccination, testing, or passenger locator form requirements for entry to mainland Portugal (Algarve), Madeira, and the Azores (source).
• Entry requirements for children: Children aged 17 and under travelling to Portugal alone or with a non-parent/legal guardian must either be met at the airport/point of entry by their parent/guardian or carry a letter of authorisation from their parent/guardian (Portuguese government portal).

Passport validity:

-Passports must be issued less than 10 years before entering the Schengen area and be valid for at least 3 months after the planned departure date (Schengen area passport requirements).

Visa requirements:

• General: UK citizens can travel to Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa. For longer stays, work or study, or other purposes, you may need a visa or permit (check with the Portuguese Immigration Service and the Portuguese Embassy).

Travel forms:

• Travel forms: No specific travel forms are required for entry to Portugal.

Irish Passport Holders

Please note that this information is for British Passport holders only. If you hold an Irish passport then please visit the Department of Foreign Affairs for travel advice