Travel advice for Portugal

Travel to Portugal with increased caution. Unauthorized possession of blades of 10 cm or more is punished, and strikes may disrupt transport and public services. Watch for wildfires, earthquakes, terrorism and pickpocketing; approach synagogues in Lisbon and Porto cautiously, and note that Lisbon's funiculars and passenger lifts are suspended while safety reviews continue. Prepare for winter flight cancellations in Madeira and document replacement delays in Madeira and the Azores.

Australia advises normal precautions for Portugal.

Exercise normal precautions, as wildfires are possible throughout Portugal from spring to autumn. Guard against petty crime in central squares, rented accommodation and public transport. When taking a taxi from Lisbon Airport, ensure the meter runs or use a pre-purchased fixed-price voucher. The Atlantic coast has dangerous undercurrents and high surf; mainland coasts have Atlantic and Mediterranean climates, the interior is continental, Madeira is subtropical and the Azores temperate.

Travel to Portugal can generally be undertaken safely provided usual precautions are followed. There is no advice against travel.

Exercise normal security precautions in Portugal. Petty crime, especially pickpocketing and bag snatching, is common in tourist areas and major cities, so secure belongings and avoid isolated ATMs. Violent crime is rare, but assaults occur in popular tourist areas and nightlife districts, while vehicle break-ins are frequent. Be vigilant at demonstrations and crowded events, beware of drink spiking, and obey warning flags because strong currents and rip currents cause drownings.

Exercise normal precautions in Portugal, remain alert to suspicious activity, and stay informed; Portugal’s overseas areas are not covered. Guard against pickpocketing, bag theft and robbery, especially in Lisbon and the Algarve, and do not resist armed attackers. Terror attacks can occur without warning at crowded places. Avoid demonstrations, prepare for wildfires, earthquakes and sudden disasters, and use authorised taxis rather than unsolicited offers in hazardous traffic.

Normal precautions apply. Carry a valid identity card or passport, including for children, and obtain travel insurance and a European Health Insurance Card. Drivers should carry a valid licence and vehicle documents and check local rules. Summer forest and landscape fires may lead to closures and evacuations, so check the fire situation at the destination before travelling and follow local emergency guidance.

Germany advises normal precautions for Portugal.

Hong Kong advises normal precautions for Portugal.

Exercise normal precautions in Portugal, but be alert to summer wildfires and the potential for terrorist attacks. Protect belongings from pickpocketing, bag-snatching and theft from cars or safes, especially in tourist areas and on Lisbon's E15 and E28 trams; nightclub incidents have also been reported. Take extra care when driving or crossing roads; women should not hike alone in remote areas, and identification must be carried as required by law.

Japan advises normal precautions for Portugal.

Exercise normal precautions when travelling to Portugal. Be alert for pickpockets, especially in the Algarve and in Porto and Lisbon, particularly on public transport, at events and at tourist sites. There is no acute terrorism threat, but terrorist attacks remain possible; avoid all drugs, including soft drugs, because penalties are severe, and prepare for heavy rain, floods and seasonal wildfires.

Exercise normal precautions when travelling to Portugal. Be alert to terrorism in European cities and petty crime, especially around tourist attractions, restaurants and public transport. Avoid crowds and demonstration areas in Lisbon and Porto, where strikes may disrupt transport, and take extra care in wooded areas during dry weather because of wildfires; observe evacuation instructions and comply with Portuguese laws on drugs and gambling.

Use usual precautions when travelling to Portugal, as there is no increased risk or security reason to avoid travel. Monitor warnings and follow local restrictions because summer heat, low humidity and wind create very high to maximal wildfire danger, especially in northern and central Portugal. Guard against pickpocketing in crowded tourist areas and on public transport, follow beach warning flags, and note earthquake and low-probability terrorism risks.

Take normal precautions and ensure your passport meets Schengen validity rules. British citizens may visit Portugal visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism, visits, business or short study. Border checks may request biometrics and cause delays, while invalid documents can prevent entry and overstaying may bring a Schengen ban of up to 3 years. Checks may occur before departure via Dover, Folkestone or St Pancras.

Exercise normal precautions in Portugal, as it is generally considered safe for travelers. Remain vigilant against petty theft, particularly in crowded tourist areas and on public transportation.