Portugal
Travel restrictions
As of February 19th 2022, essential and non-essential travel is allowed for countries of the European Union or of a State associated with the Schengen Area (Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland and Switzerland) as well as Brazil, Canada, USA and the UK.
Countries with flights authorized for non-essential travel subject to reciprocal confirmation: Bahrain, Chile, Colombia, Indonesia, Kuwait, New Zealand, Peru, People's Republic of China, Qatar, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, and Uruguay, as well as Taiwan and the administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau.
Flights from countries not mentioned are allowed exclusively for “essential travel”, i.e. to allow the entry into Portugal of citizens traveling for professional, study and family reunion purposes, and for health or humanitarian reasons.
All travelers aged 12 years old and up must present one of the following documents upon entry:
- A valid vaccination certificate (with a complete vaccination schedule or a vaccine booster) ; or
- A negative RT-PCR Test (or similar NAAT test) - 72h before boarding, or
- A negative Laboratorial Rapid Antigen Test - 24h before boarding (according to the
It is mandatory for all passengers bound for mainland Portugal or in transit/transfer (including from Madeira and Azores) to fill online a Passenger Locator Form (individually) at https://portugalcleanandsafe.pt/en/passenger-locator-card after check-in and before departure time. The QR Code generated when filling out the PLF can be presented in paper or digital format, without which boarding will be denied.
As of March 10th 2022, passengers arriving to the Azores on domestic (national) flights no longer must show proof of vaccination nor proof of test. There will be no health control at airports in the Azores for national flights. For international flights, the Azores now follows the same policy as mainland Portugal.
Measures taken by the government
Portugal is in a countrywide State of Alert. Under the State of Alert, the Portuguese Government can impose obligatory quarantine for individuals infected with COVID-19 and individuals deemed by health officials to require special medical observation.
Please note specific restrictions based on conditions in each municipality may also apply.
For more information on the specific levels of risk and restrictions for each municipality visit:
https://covid19estamoson.gov.pt/new-state-of-emergency-measures/
A negative COVID test, an EU Digital Vaccination certificate, or a COVID recovery certificate is required for nursing home visits & visits to patients admitted to health facilities.
Mandatory use of protective masks in all indoor spaces such as commercial establishments (restaurants, stores, malls, public transportation, etc.)
Local health authorities (DGS) may require use of face masks for certain specific outdoor events.
Current rules in mainland Portugal:
- The majority of mask mandates have been reduced, with notable exceptions for health facilities, on public transportation, and in nursing homes. Local health authorities (DGS) may require use of face mask for certain outdoor events.
- Social Distancing measures are recommended.
- Access without restriction to accommodation, restaurants, events, bars and clubs and other public spaces/services.
You can consult the Travel FAQ issued by the Portugal Official Tourism at the following link:
https://www.visitportugal.com/en/node/421189
Testing
PCR and/or antigen tests are available for travelers in Portugal and test results are reliably available within 72 hours.
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
Mainland Portugal – (+ 351) 808 24 24 24 (Press 9 for English)
Azores – (+351) 808 24 60 24
Madeira – (+351) 800 24 24 20
Source:
US Embassy in Portugal https://pt.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on May 2nd 2022 (checked on May 4th 2022)
Portugal Official Tourism Website https://www.visitportugal.com/en/node/421175
Published on April 26th 2022 (checked on May 4th 2022)
For more information please visit our COVID-19 Updates page at https://www.hiddentrails.com/article/covid19update.aspx