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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Portugal set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact Portugal’s embassy in the UK .

COVID-19 rules

Countries may restrict travel or bring in rules at short notice. Check with your travel provider for changes.

If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.

Visit TravelHealthPro (from the UK’s National Travel Health Network and Centre) for general COVID-19 advice for travellers .

Passport validity requirements

If you are travelling to an EU country (except Ireland), or Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, you must follow the Schengen area passport requirements .

Your passport must be:

• issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
• valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)

Check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.

Contact the Embassy of Portugal in the UK if you think that your passport does not meet both these requirements. Renew your passport if you need to .

Passport stamping

At the Portuguese border control, you may need to:

• show a return or onward ticket
• prove that you have enough money for your stay

Check your passport is stamped if you enter or exit the Schengen area through Portugal as a visitor. Border guards use passport stamps to check you’re complying with the 90-day visa-free limit for short stays in the Schengen area. If relevant entry or exit stamps are not in your passport, a border officer will presume that you have overstayed your visa-free limit.

You can show evidence (boarding passes and tickets) of when and where you entered or exited the Schengen area and ask border guards to add this date and location in your passport.

If you live in Portugal, your passport should not be stamped. You should show your proof of residence and passport at border control. Read our living in Portugal guide for passport stamping information.

If you are aged 18 and over, you can use the e-gates for UK and other non-EU nationals. Make sure your passport is stamped by the border officer after you pass through the e-gate.

You cannot use the e-gates to exit Portugal if you entered the Schengen area from another EU country.

Visa requirements

You can travel to countries in the Schengen area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. This applies if you travel:

• as a tourist
• to visit family or friends
• to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events
• for short-term studies or training

If you are travelling to Portugal and other Schengen countries without a visa, make sure your whole visit is within the 90-day limit. Visits to Schengen countries within the previous 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days.

To stay longer (for example to work or study or for business travel), you must meet the Portuguese government’s entry requirements. Check which type of visa or work permit you may need with the Portuguese Immigration Service or the Embassy of Portugal in UK .

If you are travelling to Portugal for work , read the guidance on visas and permits.

If you stay in Portugal with a residence permit or long-stay visa, this does not count towards your 90-day visa-free limit.

Travelling with children

Non-resident children travelling to portugal.

Children aged 17 and under travelling to Portugal alone, or accompanied by a person who is not their parent or legal guardian, must either:

• be met at the airport or point of entry by their parent or guardian
• carry a letter of authorisation to travel from their parent or guardian

The letter should name the adult in Portugal who will be responsible for them during their stay and the identification (full names, date of birth and passport number) and contacts details of the parent or guardian. The letter should also state the child’s dates of arrival and departure and the address at which they will be staying during their visit to Portugal.

Teenagers aged 17 and under who travel alone, or with friends of the same age, and who are not being met by a parent or guardian on arrival, may be refused entry if they do not have a letter of authority .

If you travel with a child, without consent from their parent or guardian, you may be questioned on arrival. Your entry may be delayed.

Check the Portuguese government website for more information.

Non-resident children leaving Portugal

Non-resident children aged 17 and under who leave Portugal alone or in the company of a person who is not their parent or guardian will require a letter of authority if they are returning to a country other than their country of origin.

Resident children leaving Portugal

A child aged 17 and under who is resident in Portugal must carry a notarised letter of authority from their parent or guardian if they’re travelling out of the country alone or in the company of a person who is not their parent or legal guardian.

See more information on the Living in Portugal guide and Portuguese government website .

Vaccination requirements (other than COVID-19)

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and vaccination certificates you may need on TravelHealthPro for Portugal , The Azores and Madeira .

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods that can be brought into and taken out of Portugal . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

Taking food and drink into the EU

You cannot take meat, milk, or products containing them into EU countries. There are some exceptions, for example certain amounts of powdered infant milk, infant food, or pet food required for medical reasons. Check the rules about taking food and drink into the EU on the European Commission website.

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After Your Trip

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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep A

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to the Madeira Islands.

Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep B

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to  CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

the Madeira Islands is free of dog rabies. However, rabies may still be present in wildlife species, particularly bats. CDC recommends rabies vaccination before travel only for people working directly with wildlife. These people may include veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers working with specimens from mammalian species.

Rabies - CDC Yellow Book

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

• Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
• Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
• Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
• Avoid contaminated water and soil

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites.

• Mosquito bite
• Avoid Bug Bites

Airborne & droplet

• Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
• Bite from an infected rodent
• Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
• Avoid rodents and areas where they live
• Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

• Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in the Madeira Islands, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

• Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
• Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
• Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | Healthy Water
• Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in the Madeira Islands. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

• Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
• Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
• Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
• Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
• Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

• FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
• Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
• Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
• 2-undecanone
• Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

• Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
• Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in the Madeira Islands include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

• Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
• Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
• Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
• If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
• Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
• Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
• Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

• Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
• Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
• Do not dive into shallow water.
• Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
• Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
• To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

• Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
• Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
• Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
• Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
• If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

• Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
• Go to a doctor right away.
• Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

• Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
• If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
• Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

• Use latex condoms correctly.
• Do not inject drugs.
• Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
• Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
• If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

• Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
• Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
• Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
• Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call the Madeira Islands’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
• Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
• Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
• Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

• Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
• Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
• Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
• Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
• Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
• Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

• Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
• Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
• Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
• When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
• Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of the Madeira Islands may be poor.
• Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
• Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
• If you choose to drive a vehicle in the Madeira Islands, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
• Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
• Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
• Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
• If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
• Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

• Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
• Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
• Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

• Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
• Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
• Follow all local laws and social customs.
• Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
• Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
• If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Madeira Islands (Portugal) for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.

If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.

For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .

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Madeira Island Coronavirus Update

Face mask required in certain closed spaces (no longer mandatory on public transportation). disinfectants and social distancing rules will continue to be enforced. all covid-19 testing in madeira has ended, including at airports and ports/marinas..

Last update 25 th August, 2022 The state of alert has been extended until September 30th , and the use of a face mask to protect against covid-19 is mandatory in Madeira only in certain closed spaces , such as health establishments, hospitals, residential or reception structures, or home support services for vulnerable populations, the elderly, or people with disabilities, as well as health care homes." People who have been diagnosed with covid-19 are required to use a protective mask at all times. Visitors returning from Madeira to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, or Germany are not required to self-isolate, take COVID-19 tests, or fill out a UK passenger locator form, regardless of vaccination status. Travel update GOV.UK.

8 th July, 2022 The alert period was extended until July 31, and mask use in restricted areas was maintained.  As of Sunday, May 15th, the use of a face mask to protect against covid-19 will be required in Madeira only in certain closed spaces, such as nursing homes, hospitals, pharmacies, public transportation, and taxis. On platforms and in covered areas of public transportation, including airports and seaport terminals, all passengers over the age of six must wear a surgical mask or an FFP2.

25 th April Madeira extends the 'State of Contingency' maintains Covid measures, and mask use in closed areas until mid-May. Madeira ends the mandatory use of face masks outdoors as of Wednesday, March 16th. Mask use remains mandatory in closed spaces. The following rules apply in light of the current epidemiological situation in the Autonomous Region of Madeira as of 00:00 on 1 February 2022: - Citizens are encouraged to use the " S-Alerta Cidadão " App for self-administered alerts and symptom communication. - COVID-19 testing at airports and ports/marinas has ended, but travellers will be required to present a Completed vaccination Certificate, with three doses of the vaccine; Incomplete vaccination Certificate (1 or 2 doses of vaccine) and a certificate of recovery within 180 days or a certificate of recovery valid for up to 180 days. - Massive weekly testing of the entire population has come to an end. The free rapid screening antigen test for covid 19 is now recommended for citizens who have symptoms such as a fever of 38 °C or higher. - The use of a face mask is recommended in all closed spaces (whenever we are not drinking or eating), as is frequent hand disinfectant, surface hygiene and social distancing (1.5 metres). - Participating in/attending activities/events - Vaccination Certificate required to participate in or attend public and private sector activities, events including sports, restaurants, gyms, bars and clubs, cultural events, nightlife activities, games, casinos, and other similar activities. - Supermarkets and large establishments - no testing or vaccination certificates required , including public transportation, pharmacies, clinics, medical services, veterinarians, postal services, social security services, petrol stations and places of worship. - COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for all citizens aged 5 and up, with 1, 2 or 3 doses based on international recommendations. The fourth dose of the vaccine will be administered to people over the age of 16 who have a severely weakened immune system.

Isolation of Positive Cases - All positive cases, regardless of age, are isolated for 5 days and then released. On the 6th day, they resume normal activities without a COVID-19 test. - All contacts with a positive case, regardless of age, are released from isolation. - Citizens over the age of 18 (inclusive) who have received three doses of the vaccine do not undergo isolation or testing on the fifth day. - Citizens under the age of 18 who have not been vaccinated or with incomplete vaccination do not require isolation, but must perform a rapid antigen test on the fifth day after contact with a positive case (the test is free). - Professionals, residents, or visitors with three doses of the vaccine do not isolate, and do not test on the fifth day, in sensitive areas such as education, nursing homes, and healthcare.

Changes to UK international travel rules will take effect on February 11, 2022. All testing requirements will be removed for eligible fully vaccinated arrivals beginning at 4 a.m. on February 11, with only a Passenger Locator Form (PLF) now required.   Visitors returning from Madeira to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, or Germany do not need to self-isolate. Non-vaccinated visitors must still undergo a screening test for the new coronavirus upon entry and comply with a mandatory 10-day quarantine.

26 th January Madeira remains in a 'State of Contingency' until 23:59 on the 31st of January. Masks, tests, and new restrictions apply to everyone. The new measures are detailed in the December 30th update further down the page .

The existing green corridor at the Madeira airport has been extended for vaccinated and recovered travellers from covid-19. To be eligible, travellers must present the vaccination certificate or proof of recovery within the last 90 days, and must be submitted in advance to the app madeirasafe.com before you travel. According to the most recent data, which was released on January 25th, 2022, Madeira has 1,246 new positive cases , 1 death , and 2,039 recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date, there have been 160 deaths and 10,083 active cases, with 215 imported and 9,868 cases of local transmission.

7 th January, 2022 Happy New Year, all the best for 2022. The Health and Civil Protection introduces the APP “S-Alerta Cidadão” Citizens can use the new electronic platform to obtain information about the new isolation rules, clarify doubts, and request declarations and certificates related to the disease COVID-19. The "S-Alerta Cidadão" App is available to all citizens at https://s-alerta.pt/cidadao/ Some of its features are only available to users who have a positive result and/or risk contacts after receiving a message with a “PIN” (in the case of positive cases). Click here for more information on the APP " S-Alerta Cidadão ".

30 th December, 2021 Madeira is in a 'State of Contingency'. Mask, tests, and new restrictions for all. The President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque, has implemented new restrictions to control the coronavirus outbreak in order to save Christmas and New Year's, which will take effect at 00:00 on Saturday, November 27th. Rapid antigen tests are free and available to all at participating posts/tents, pharmacies, laboratories, and clinics. Visitors can take a free test at the airport upon arrival. Each visitor is entitled to one free PCR test, which can be taken upon arrival or departure.

New Measures as of November 27th, 2021: - The use of a face mask is mandatory (including for children from age 10) in all open and closed public spaces, as is hand disinfectant and social distancing (1.5 metres). - COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for all citizens aged 12 and up, with 1, 2 or 3 doses according to the recommended vaccination schedule. - Proof of vaccination for all events and massive testing of the entire population ( every 7 days ). - Participating in/attending activities/events - (Vaccination Certificate AND Rapid Antigen Test required as November 27th) to participate in or attend public and private sector activities, events including sports, restaurants, hairdressers, gyms, bars and clubs, cultural events, cinemas, nightlife activities, games, casinos, and other similar activities, people must be vaccinated and tested (every 7 days) . - Care home visits will be limited to one per resident, and only those who have been vaccinated and tested will be allowed to visit (rapid antigen test mandatory for all) . Employees and residents are required to take weekly tests. - Supermarkets and large establishments - customers must present Vaccination Certificate OR Rapid Antigen Test (every 7 days) , including Public transportation, pharmacies, clinics, medical services, veterinarians, postal services, social security services, petrol stations, places of worship, urgent acts related to justice and other essential services included in the resolution. - All participants in the Madeiran Christmas tradition of the Childbirth Mass (Misa do Parto) should be vaccinated or tested weekly with a rapid antigen test. - Circuses, amusement parks, and Christmas activities will be permitted, but all participants will be required to be vaccinated and tested on a weekly basis. (Children under the age of 12 will only need to be tested.) - Market Night, Saint Silvestre's Night and New Year's Eve - (Both the Vaccination Certificate and the Rapid Antigen Test must be presented.) - Christmas dinners - massive weekly testing and vaccinations will be required. - Central Square (Placa Central) will have controlled access.

For this year's Market Night, there will be no food or beverage stalls in the market's surrounding areas, only fruit and vegetable stands until 2 a.m. In the last 24 hours, Madeira has recorded 310 new positive cases and 153 new recoveries by covid-19. To date, there have been 132 deaths and 2494 active cases, with 134 imported and 2360 cases of local transmission.

16 th December, 2021 Masks are mandatory in Madeira starting at the age of ten until March 1, 2022. Fines will be imposed for failure to comply. The first case of the novel Omicron variant has been identified in Madeira on December 16th; it was discovered in an English citizen who had recently arrived in the Region and is being isolated at a hotel. Madeira has been named the World's Leading Island Destination for 2021. Vaccinations against COVID-19 for children ages 5 to 11 in Madeira began on Thursday, December 14. According to the most recent data, released by the regional health officials on Thursday the 16th, Madeira registers 152 new positive cases , 2 deaths , and 57 recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 15,507 confirmed cases, 122 deaths and 14,304 recoveries, thus making a total of 1,081 active cases, of which 53 are imported and 1,028 are cases of local transmission.

25 th November Mainland Portugal returns to a "state of calamity" on December 1st, 2021, until 23:59 on March 20, 2022, with new Pandemic Control Measures in place (These measures do not apply to Madeira).

15 th November Madeira's curfew is lifted and nightclubs reopen on Friday, October 15, 2021. Mask use remains mandatory in closed spaces. Masks are recommended. Disinfectants and social distancing rules will continue to be enforced. Nightlife venues and clubs – reopen with no restrictions (Vaccination certificate required) . All Industrial, Commercial, and Service Activities – will remain in operation with no restrictions on capacity or operating hours (Provided that the health rules issued by the competent health authorities are followed). Restaurants/Bars/Similar Establishments – resume their normal services without restrictions (Provided that the health rules issued by the competent health authorities are followed). Sports Activities – resume their normal services without restrictions. Care home visits – are now permitted without restriction, as long as the health rules issued by the appropriate health authorities are followed (rapid test for visitors remains mandatory). In the last 24 hours, Madeira has recorded 36 new positive cases and 38 new recoveries by covid-19.

11 th October Madeira's restrictions have been extended until October 31st, 2021. Most of the restrictions on mainland Portugal will be lifted on October 1st, and the country will be placed on alert. Madeira's restrictions will be reviewed following the flower festival. ( Flower Festival Video 2021 ) Madeira remains in a state of calamity, with a mandatory curfew in effect until 2 a.m.. Circulation on Public Roads – prohibited between 02.00 and 05:00 the following day, including weekends.

1 st October, 2021 Don't forget the famous and vibrant Flower Festival, which takes place between the 1st and 24th of October, with the theme "Madeira, Garden of Hope, " " Wall of Hope," the children's parade on October 2nd, and allegoric parade on October 3rd. Other activities included in this event are the Regional Flavours Market and Flower Exhibition, as well as floral carpets and decorations along Avenida Arriaga, including Flower Concerts from October 14th to 17th, and more. Madeira Island continues on the UK "green watchlist". Self-isolation is not required for visitors returning from Madeira to England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, however proof of a negative PCR test will be required upon arrival. Travel corridors update GOV.UK. Madeira has been reclassified as a "high incidence area" by Germany since July 7, 2021, after previously being classified as a " area of variant concern". Non-vaccinated visitors traveling between Madeira and Germany must still undergo a screening test for the new coronavirus upon entry and comply with a mandatory 10-day quarantine (fully vaccinated passengers will not be required to quarantine).

20 th September Portugal ends mandatory use of face masks outdoors as of this Monday, September 12th, becoming optional and recommended in some situations, such as crowds and by vulnerable people. (Those infected with the coronavirus or who have had contacts at risk, as well as those who are more vulnerable, should continue to wear masks.)  Madeira has adopted a regional recommendation to continue wearing the mask outdoors under any circumstances in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

25 th August The state of calamity in Madeira will be renewed, and the curfew will be extended by one hour. The confinement period in Madeira and Porto Santo continues, with the mandatory curfew remaining in effect between 01.00 and 05:00 the following morning, including weekends. (For more information on the new measures, see the June 14th update.) In Madeira, there have been 43 new positive cases and 34 new recoveries of covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

6 th July Germany has reclassified Madeira as a " high incidence area " after previously classifying it as a "area of variant concern". As of Wednesday, July 7, 2021 , non-vaccinated passengers traveling between Madeira and Germany must still undergo a screening test for the new coronavirus upon entry and comply with a mandatory 10-day quarantine (fully vaccinated passengers will not be required to quarantine).

As of July 5, 2021, Madeira has reported 9 new positive cases and 14 new recoveries of covid-19.

29 th June Germany places Madeira on the risk list ; passengers traveling between Madeira and Germany are required to perform a screening test for the new coronavirus upon entry and comply with a mandatory two-week quarantine beginning Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at 0:00 .

Madeira Island will be placed on the UK "green watchlist" at 4 a.m. on Wednesday, June 30 .

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In the last 24 hours, 3 new positive cases and 7 new recoveries of covid-19 have been recorded in Madeira. 24 th June Madeira is one of 16 destinations added to the UK government's quarantine-free travel "green list" as of 4 a.m. on June 30 . Holidaymakers returning from Madeira to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are not required to self-isolate. Travel corridors update GOV.UK.

Next week, many flights are scheduled from the UK to Madeira, primarily operated by Jet 2 and Easyjet, but the number of flights is expected to rapidly increase.

Madeira Regional Government confirms mandatory PCR testing for another month upon arrival at the Region's airports.

According to the most recent data, Madeira registers 3 new positive cases and 8 new recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

14 th June The President of the Regional Government, Miguel Albuquerque, has announced a new relaxation of the restrictive measures in place to combat the Covid-19 pandemic, which will go into effect on June 15th at 00:00.

The mandatory curfew has been extended for another hour, from 01:00 to 05:00.

Measures as of 15th June 2021: Circulation on Public Roads – prohibited between 01.00 and 05:00 the following day, including weekends. Restaurants/Bars/Similar Establishments – must close at 00:00, capacity until 2/3. Interior seating for up to six people and exterior seating for up to ten people. (forbidden to drink at the counter or standing, inside or on the terraces). All Industrial, Commercial, and Service Activities – close at 00.00, with capacity until 2/3. Games establishments and Casinos, Bingo or similar – close at 00:00, with capacity until 2/3. Weddings/Christenings/Cultural events/Other Festivities – capacity up to 2/3 interior or exterior (Mandatory rapid test for events with more than 100 people, no age limit). Sports Activities – As of 0:00 on June 15, general public access to sports infrastructure is permitted for training and events/sporting competitions, with space capacity of up to 50%, the use of a mask, disinfectant and social distancing remaining. Care home visits – extended up to one hour with two visits per week, but the rapid test for visitors remains mandatory. Residents will be allowed to leave these structures for medical reasons or family visits, as long as they present a negative test upon their return. Madeira's traditional summer festivities are still prohibited. Trips between Madeira and Porto Santo – Green corridor inter-island connections, arrival and departure controls will be maintained for those individuals who have been vaccinated, tested, and recovered for up to 180 days. Starting June 21, only a rapid negative test , which can be done up to 48 hours before the journey, will be required to travel between the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo. Self-tests will not be accepted. The use of a mask, disinfectant, and social distancing rules will remain mandatory. In the last 24 hours Madeira registers 8 new positive cases and 7 new recoveries by covid-19. To date there are 9539 confirmed cases, 72 deaths and 9396 recoveries, thus making a total of 71 active cases , of which 19 are imported and 52 are cases of local transmission.

12 th June Madeira Island remains on the UK's amber list, and holidaymakers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland from Madeira will be required to quarantine at home for 10 days as part of COVID-19 restrictions, according to the guidelines outlined in the amber list .

Germany has removed Madeira from the list of Covid-19 risk areas, and visitors are no longer subject to quarantine upon their return to the country as of Sunday, June 13, 2021, at 0:00.

According to the president of the Regional Government, the mandatory curfew in Madeira and Porto Santo should be extended by one hour. Only next Monday, June 14th, will the adjustment to the new covid measures be made public.

Madeira continues in a state of calamity with the curfew in effect between 00.00 and 05:00 the following morning, including weekends. Measures as of 2nd May: Circulation on Public Roads – prohibited between 00.00 and 05:00 the following day, including weekends. All Industrial, Commercial and Service Activities – close at 22.00 (With the exception of pharmacies, medical and veterinary clinics, fuel stations and home delivery of medical gas and oxygen). Restaurants/Bars and Similar Establishments – must close at 23.00 , capacity up to 50%, respect social distancing, five people per table inside and outside (forbidden to drink at the counter or standing, inside or on the terraces). Weddings/Christenings and other Festivities – space capacity up to 50%, safety distance, maximum capacity six people per table inside and outside (not including children under the age of 12). All respecting the closing times of commercial establishments at 22.00 and curfew at 23.00. Supermarkets & Commercial Stores – capacity up to 50% and safety precautions. Gymnasiums – capacity up to 50%, group classes allowed inside up to five people. Spaces of Worship – people must comply with rules of social distancing, limiting the capacity to one third (avoid socializing in the churchyard or common space). The regional public administration – return to their normal operating hours from the 3rd of May. Sports Activities – allowed the practice of leisure and competitive sports (considered low risk). Tourist Entertainment Companies – may carry up to 100% of their capacity if all occupants have been vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19. Beaches, bathing complexes and playgrounds – reopen during the bathing season at reduced capacity, maintaining its general safety rules, social distancing and the hygiene of spaces (indoor showers and changing rooms remain closed). Day Centres, Social and Community Centers reopen as of June 1, 2021.

For just 20 euros, non-residents can take a rapid Covid-19 test at any of the tents set up in the centre of Funchal.

4 th June Portugal has been taken off the UK's green list (including Madeira and Azores) and will be moved to the amber list as of 4 am on Tuesday, 8 June announced by Transport Minister Grant Shapps. The decision was made as a result of an increase of Corona cases and a possible new mutation of the Delta (Indian) variant detected in Portugal. Travel corridors update GOV.UK.

27 th May Madeira Island remains on the UK's travel corridor “green list”. Travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland from Madeira don’t need to self-isolate, although proof of a negative PCR test will be required on their return. The island continues to be a safe destination to visit and has one of the lowest infection rates in Europe. New changes to Covid-19 measures have been confirmed Bars/Restaurants will be able to stay open until 23:00 and the curfew hours have been extended to 00:00-05:00.

17 th May As of today, the borders between Portugal, Europe and the United Kingdom reopen and holidaymakers return seeking sun and adventure. Today the first tourists have arrived in Porto Santo and Madeira Island in joy after months of confinement. UK travellers get the green light to travel to Madeira and be exempt from quarantine, although proof of a negative PCR test will be required on their return. New changes to Covid-19 measures will be decided on Thursday. However, the Government has mentioned that it is almost certain that as of Friday restaurants will be able to stay open until 23:00 and the curfew postponed to 00:00-05:00. Madeira registers 9 new positive cases and 21 new recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

7 th May Good news for international travellers. The UK government has just confirmed Portugal, including Madeira and Azores, as one of the 12 countries to be moved back to the green list as of 4 am, Monday 17 May. Holidaymakers returning to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland from Madeira Island don’t need to self-isolate although COVID-19 tests will be required before and after travel. The Region continues its vaccination plan, and this time the professionals serving in the tourism sector and people with rare diseases. This past Saturday 100,000 was the number of vaccines administered against covid-19 in Madeira. Madeira is currently in a state of calamity for a period of 15 days, with the mandatory curfew in effect between 23.00 and 05:00 the following morning, including weekends. Madeira registers 15 new positive cases and 38 new recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

26 th April The President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque, has announced an easing of COVID-19 restrictions. Currently, the mandatory curfew is in effect weekdays between 19:00 and 05:00 the following day and Weekends between 18:00 and 05:00 the following day (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Commercial activities, restaurants, bars and similar establishments closes at 18:00 on weekdays and at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays).

From 00.00 on the 27th April the following measures come into force: Conferences, shows and cultural events can be held at a reduced capacity up to 50% of the space, always maintaining social distancing. Care home visits extended up to one hour with two visits per week. Residents, students and emigrants from Madeira and Porto Santo who enter the region by air or sea must go through a double-testing procedure on arrival and on the 5th day. From 00.00 on the 2nd May (Sunday) the mandatory curfew will take effect between 23.00 and 05:00 the following day, including weekends. Circulation on public roads is prohibited between 23.00 and 05:00 the following day, including weekends. All commercial activities, restaurants, bars and similar establishments must close at 22.00 (Capacity up to 50% and safety precautions). The regional public administration returns to their normal operating hours from the 3rd of May. In the last 24 hours Madeira registers 16 new positive cases and 26 new recoveries by covid-19. To date there are 8895 confirmed cases, 71 deaths and 8569 recoveries, thus making a total of 264 active cases, of which 18 are imported and 246 are cases of local transmission.

16 th April Madeira and Porto Santo confinement period continues until April 26th, with the curfew remaining in force: Circulation on public roads is prohibited - Weekdays between 19:00 and 05:00 the following day and Weekends between 18:00 and 05:00 the following day (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Mandatory use of a mask in all public spaces , including children from the age of 6. Industrial, commercial and service activities will remain in operation with the necessary conditions, but must close at 18:00 on weekdays and close at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Restaurants, Bars and similar establishments must close at 18:00 on weekdays (from Monday to Friday) and close at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). Restaurants allowed to operate until 22h, exclusively for the preparation of meals, only for home delivery. (Only professionals associated with the delivery of meals can circulate after curfew, until 22h, with the proper identification).

13 th April The total reopening and the Flower Festival in October 2021 after about 70% of the population has been vaccinated, announced Miguel Albuquerque at the presentation of the new 'Madeira brand'. The plan is to review restrictions and take action to ease the curfew in the next two weeks after all students are tested and all teachers vaccinated. Students are back to school and all will be backed by a functioning covid-19 rapid testing programme. 8 th April Students are back to school after the Easter period, Secondary Education from April 8 and the 3rd cycle from April 12 all will be backed by a functioning covid-19 rapid testing programme. The Regional Government plans to review some restrictions by the end of the month once all teachers are vaccinated and all students tested. Based on the latest data released today, Madeira registers 24 new positive cases of covid-19 and 29 new recoveries in the last 24 hours.

31 st March According to data released on Wednesday, 31st March, Madeira registers 22 new positive cases and 37 recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 8378 confirmed cases, 71 deaths and 7896 recoveries, thus making a total of 411 active cases , of which 20 are imported and 391 are cases of local transmission. 30 th March Care home visits permitted as of March 30th. As of today, Madeira registers 24 new positive cases and 76 recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 8356 confirmed cases, 71 deaths and 7859 recoveries, thus making a total of 426 active cases , of which 19 are imported and 407 are cases of local transmission. 22 nd March Madeira removed from England's COVID-19 travel red list at 4 am on Friday, 19 March 2021. Travellers returning to England from Madeira Island will be able to quarantine at home, rather than in a hotel. Travel corridors update GOV.UK Covid-19 lockdown measures begin to ease across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and should will come to an end on 31 March. The ban on Foreign travel will continue until at least 17 May. Madeira remains on the risk list for Germany, passengers travelling between Madeira and Germany are asked to perform a screening test for the new coronavirus when entering the country.

15 th March Portugal, including Madeira and the Azores , will be removed from England's COVID-19 travel red list at 4 am on Friday, 19 March 2021 . Travellers returning to England from Madeira Island will be able to quarantine at home, rather than in a hotel. Travel corridors update GOV.UK The National lockdown rules are still in place in England, foreign travel is banned apart from for exceptional reasons. The 17th May could be the earliest date people from England can travel abroad for holidays. Madeira remains on the risk list for Germany, passengers travelling between Madeira and Germany are asked to perform a screening test for the new coronavirus when entering the country. Portugal extended a ban on commercial or private flights between mainland Portugal and the UK until 31 March. The existing green corridor at Madeira airport has now been extended for vaccinated and recovered travellers from covid-19. To be eligible, travellers must present the vaccination certificate or proof of recovery within the last 90 days, and must be submitted in advance to the app madeirasafe.com prior to the trip.

According to data, released on Tuesday by the regional health authorities, Madeira registers 23 new positive cases and 58 recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 7901 confirmed cases, 67 deaths and 7175 recoveries, thus making a total of 659 active cases , of which 17 are imported and 642 are cases of local transmission.

12 th March The Regional Government has extend until March 22nd the same measures implemented on 13th of January and also mentioned there will be no major changes for the Easter Period. Circulation on public roads is prohibited - Weekdays between 19:00 and 05:00 the following day and Weekends between 18:00 and 05:00 the following day (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Mandatory use of a mask in all public spaces , including children from the age of 6. Industrial, commercial and service activities will remain in operation with the necessary conditions, but must close at 18:00 on weekdays and close at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Restaurants, Bars and similar establishments must close at 18:00 on weekdays (from Monday to Friday) and close at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). Allowed to operate until 22h, exclusively for the preparation of meals, only for home delivery. (Only professionals associated with the delivery of meals can circulate after curfew, until 22h, with the proper identification) Schools suspended until 22nd March for students in the 3rd Cycle and Secondary Education. Sports activities in the clubs and sports infrastructures in all municipalities in the region are open to the entire population as of 11th of March. (see January 12th update for more info) 15 th February Between today and Friday the regional government has implemented more restrictive measures in order to control the coronavirus outbreak over the Carnival period in Madeira and Porto Santo. Mandatory curfew between 18:00 and 05:00 and closing at 17:00 for industrial, commercial and service activities. (For more details, see the January 12th update below) . According to the most recent data, Madeira registers 60 new positive cases and 58 recoveries by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 6398 confirmed cases, 62 deaths and 4704 recoveries, thus making a total of 1632 active cases, of which 43 are imported and 1589 are cases of local transmission. Stations where you can take the covid-19 test in Madeira . You can always check out our Live webcams to see the action around Funchal. 2 nd February Portugal in new state of emergency from Jan. 31 until Feb. 14 with more restrictive measures to contain COVID-19. More info on the new measures here . Madeira confinement period extended until February 21 , with the curfew remaining in force. Curfew weekdays between 19:00 and 05:00 the following day and weekends between 18:00 and 05:00 the following day. (see January 12th update). Madeira registers 61 new positive cases, 149 recoveries and 1 more death by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 5239 confirmed cases, 46 deaths and 3300 recoveries, thus making a total of 1893 active cases, of which 91 are imported and 1802 are cases of local transmission. 

15 th January Madeira Island removed from travel corridors exemption list as of 4am Friday 15th January. From 4am on 18th January 2021, Coronavirus testing must be done before travelling to England from abroad. If you do not provide proof of a negative test result, you will not be able to board and may be fined £ 500 on arrival in England. Mainland Portugal renews State of Emergency. New stricter lockdown rules will be in effect between 00:00 today Friday 15th January and 23:59 on 30th January 2021. More info on the new measures here . In Madeira, the regional government will not change the rules, maintaining the same measures implemented on 13th of January.  Curfew weekdays between 19:00 and 05:00 the following day and weekends between 18:00 and 05:00 the following day . ( see January 12th update ).

14 th January Travel between Portugal and UK is prohibited, including Madeira as of 4am 15th January Corridor Closed. British, Irish and third country nationals with residence rights in the UK are able to enter but are required to self-isolate for 10 days on arrival. Based on the latest data released, Madeira registers 111 new positive cases of covid-19, 38 new recoveries and 1 more death in the last 24 hours.

12 th January President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque has implemented new measures in order to control the coronavirus outbreak, which come into effect as of 00:00 on Wednesday 13th of January until the end of the month 31st of January. The new restrictive measures are: Circulation weekdays on public roads is prohibited between 19:00 and 05:00 the following day. Circulation weekends on public roads is prohibited between 18:00 and 05:00 the following day (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Industrial, commercial and service activities will remain in operation with the necessary conditions, but must close at 18:00 on weekdays and close at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays and public holidays). Restaurants, Bars and similar establishments must close at 18:00 on weekdays (from Monday to Friday) and close at 17:00 on weekends (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). Restaurants during weekdays (from Monday to Friday) can operate until 22h , exclusively for the preparation of meals, for Take-away and home delivery. (Only professionals associated with the delivery of meals can circulate after curfew, until 22h, with the proper identification) . With the exception of pharmacies, medical and veterinary clinics, fuel stations and home delivery of medical gas and oxygen. Schools suspended until 31 January for students in the 3rd Cycle and Secondary Education. All other levels of education: Nursery / Kindergartens / Pre-school / 1st Cycle, 2nd Cycle, Professional and Special Education maintain their activities in school. Sports activities in the clubs and sports infrastructures in all municipalities in the region are suspended until 31 January, with the exception of the senior teams of the collective modalities participating in regular national competitions. Regional public administration teleworking is to continue until 31st January. Games establishments and Casinos, Bingo or similar close at 17:00 on the weekends from 16 and 17/23 and 24 and 30 and 31 of January.

8 th January Portugal State of Emergency extended until January 15. The Regional Government of Madeira imposes curfew at 18:00 on the next two weekends (9-10 and 16-17 January). For the next two weekends all commercial establishments, cafes, bars, restaurants and spaces of worship close at 17:00. Take-away ’and home deliveries close 18:00. In addition , all shops, including department stores and supermarkets, close 5 pm and open 8 am”, with the exception of pharmacies, clinics and fuel stations. Circulation on public roads is now prohibited between 18:00 and 05:00 the next day.

According to data released on Thursday by the Regional health authorities, Madeira registers 77 confirmed cases, 2 deaths and 39 recoveries, thus making a total of 1027 active cases, of which 181 are imported and 846 are cases of local transmission.

Germany puts Madeira on the risk list, passengers travelling between Madeira and Germany are asked to perform a screening test for the new coronavirus when entering the country.

The travel corridor list remains the same, travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland from Madeira Island don’t need to self-isolate. Travel corridors update - GOV.UK

Last update 4 th January 2021 The President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque issues new measures to contain the spread of the coronavirus increase. As of 00:00h Tuesday 5th of January, tighter measures are in place for all of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. Circulation on public roads is prohibited between 11 pm and 5 am, with the exception of Health professionals, security forces, civil protection agents, military personnel, inspectors, urgent medical-veterinary assistance, short-term and pet-friendly walks, airport passengers, public transportation, taxis, and TVDE (Uber). Mandatory use of a mask in all public spaces. Care Home visits are suspended until January 15th. The vaccination plan for its professionals and home residents is already taking place. The regional public administration will reduce work to a minimum and opting if possible, for teleworking, until January 15th. Schools in Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and Ribeira Brava and Porto Santo suspended until January 10, 2021. Bars, Restaurants and take-away close at 10:30 pm. It is forbidden the gatherings of more than 5 people (except family). It is forbidden celebrations and other events that involve gatherings of more than 5 people (except family) including in areas of restoration of shopping centres and restaurants, cafes, and bakeries 300 m from schools. Spaces of Worship, people must comply with social distancing rules, limiting the capacity to one third . After service, people should return home and avoid gatherings in the churchyard or surrounding areas. All sports activities in the clubs and sports infrastructures of the municipalities of Porto Santo, Ribeira Brava, Câmara de Lobos and Funchal are also suspended, with the exception of the senior teams of the collective modalities participating in regular national competitions. Trips between Madeira and Porto Santo: Temperature checks and the use of mask are mandatory on departure and arrival for all passengers, either by air or sea. Passengers must present a negative laboratory test carried out within 72 hours or take a test upon arrival and must remain in isolation at their home or hotel until a negative result is obtained. Porto Santo residents who travel to Funchal for less than five days undergo a test five days after their return. Non-residents who enter Porto Santo and stay up to seven days should only present a negative test carried out in the last 72 hours on arrival, but if they stay more than seven days, they must also repeat it between the fifth and seventh days. Inspection will also be reinforced , in order to comply with the rules throughout the Region.

Based on the latest data released today, Madeira registers 110 new positive cases of covid-19, 31 new recoveries and 2 more deaths in the last 24 hours. Madeira remains on the safe travel corridor list, so Travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany from Madeira don’t need to self-isolate.

31 st December 2020 Madeira vaccination against covid-19 expected today, December 31, 2020. In the first phase 50 thousand people will be vaccinated. Restrictions remain in place on flights from the United Kingdom. Only Portuguese nationals and foreign citizens with legal residency in Portugal are allowed to enter Portugal from the UK. Passengers must present a negative laboratory test upon arrival or take a test at the airport and remain isolated, under the terms defined by health authorities. The safe travel corridor list remains the same for Madeira. Travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany from Madeira don’t need to self-isolate.

22 nd December Portugal imposes new restrictions on flights from the United Kingdom (UK) as of 00:00 Monday 21st of December 2020, after a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 was identified in that country. Until further notice only Portuguese nationals and foreign citizens with legal residency in Portugal are allowed to enter Portugal, who must still bring a negative laboratory test. Citizens who do not have proof of the negative test result will be redirected to perform the test at the airport upon arrival and will have to remain in isolation, under the terms defined by health authorities. Madeira remains on the safe travel corridor list, so travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany from Madeira don’t need to self-isolate.

10 th December Madeira remains on the safe travel corridor list, so tourists returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany don’t need to self-isolate. The island continues to be one of the safest destinations with the lowest covid-19 infection rate in Europe.

3 rd December Nationwide lockdown in England has been lifted and people are once again allowed to go on holiday. Airlines have started to resume flights to Madeira Island and hotels are already beginning to feel an increase in reservations. Madeira continues to be on the air corridor with the UK, so travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany don’t need to self-isolate. The island remains the safest destination to visit this Christmas with the lowest covid-19 infection rate in Europe.

24 th November England is drastically reducing its quarantine period for people arriving from most destinations in a move that will potentially throw open the doors for British people wanting to take foreign vacations. As of December 15, travellers arriving into England will have to self-isolate just five days instead of the current 14 under a new testing strategy announced by the UK government. Under the new rules, all international arrivals from destinations absent from England's travel corridor list will have the option to take a Covid-19 test after being in quarantine for the shorter period. Those who receive a negative result will be permitted to refrain from self-isolating, but must continue to follow domestic Covid-19 rules. The "test and release" scheme requires passengers arriving in England by plane, ferry or train to book and pay for the test themselves. It's unclear whether the scheme will eventually cover the rest of the UK. Madeira Island has an air corridor with the UK so no quarantine is required when you return home, Madeira has Europe’s lowest covid-19 infection rate.

13 th November Flights have been reduced or temporarily suspended from England to Madeira up to 2nd December, from the 3rd of December there is no clear schedule. Travelling within the UK and overseas is not permitted, except for work, care or education, however, a decision will be made on advise for international travel by the end of November. Travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany from Madeira island don’t need to self-isolate. Madeira continues to be a safest destination to visit and has one of the lowest infection rates in Europe.

9 th November Portugal begins new state of emergency as of 00.00 today 9 November, for 15 days. Madeira registers 9 new positive cases, 10 recoveries and 1 more death by covid-19 in the last 24 hours. To date there are 540 confirmed cases, 2 deaths and 342 recoveries, thus making a total of 196 active cases, of which 144 are imported and 52 are cases of local transmission.

5 th November As Europe continues to see rising cases of coronavirus infections, lockdown for England begins on Thursday from 5 November to 2 December 2020. Travelling within the UK and overseas will not be allowed, except for work, care or for education. UK nationals and residents who are abroad can return home and Travellers returning to England from Madeira Island do not need to self-isolate. Different rules apply to Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany, however Travellers returning home from Madeira Island do not need to self-isolate. Madeira is still the safest place to visit and has one of the lowest infection rates in Europe.

4 th November The President of the Regional Government of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque announces at a press conference new prevention and care measures to contain second wave of pandemic, which will take effect Friday, November 6, 2020, at 00:00 for a period of 30 days.

The new prevention and care measures are: Mandatory use of a mask in all public spaces , including children from the age of 6.

Bars and similar establishments must be closed until midnight. Inspection by PSP, GNR, ARAE will be reinforced, as well as the implementation of protective measures: Use of the mask, alcohol-based hand disinfectant, social distancing and banning gatherings of more than 5 people (except family). Inspection will also be reinforced in the exterior, in order to comply with the rules.

Night Clubs and all regional competitions/modalities are suspended for a period of 30 days .

Restaurants and similar establishments must be closed until 11 pm . Inspection will also be reinforced, in order to comply with social distancing rules, use of the mask and hygiene. It is forbidden the gatherings of more than 5 people (except family).

Gymnasiums, Hairdressers, Casino, Maritime Tourist Activities and Playgrounds will be required to reduce their capacity to 50% .

Inspection on leaving schools will be reinforced to avoid gatherings of more than 5 people , by students, mandatory use of the mask, in young people over the age of 6.

Trips between Madeira and Porto Santo : Temperature checks and the use of mask are mandatory on departure and arrival for all passengers, either by air or sea.

Group gatherings and alcoholic beverages on the public road is prohibited.

Spaces of Worship , people must comply with social distancing rules, limiting the capacity to one third , alcohol-based hand disinfectant is required before entering the church and the use of a mask is mandatory. After service, people should return home and avoid gatherings in the churchyard or surrounding areas.

Public, Private and School Transport: Reduction of capacity to 2/3 of its maximum capacity.

Students returning home for Christmas: students who return to the Region to spend Christmas with the family will be tested on arrival, must observe the recommended isolation and will be tested again between the 5th and the 7th day.

Control measures have also been reinforced in the Public Administration spaces, Citizen's Shop (Loja do Cidadão) and other public service spaces.

Inspection in Public and commercial spaces will be reinforced.

2 nd November November 1st Madeira announces its first death due to COVID-19, a 97-year-old woman with major health issues who was hospitalized at the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça since 27th of October. To date there are 455 confirmed cases, 283 people have recovered, thus making a total of 172 active cases, of which 147 are imported and 25 are cases of local transmission.

30 th October Travellers returning to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany from Madeira Island do not need to self-isolate. Madeira has had no deaths from Covid19 and has so far Europe's lowest infection rate.

22 nd October Great News again this week. Based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks, travellers returning from Madeira Island to England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Germany don´t need to self-isolate. Madeira Island has had no deaths from Covid19 and has so far Europe’s lowest infection rate.

15 th October Good News again this week for travellers returning to England, Wales and Scotland from Madeira. You don’t need to self-isolate as Madeira has still one of the lowest infection rates in Europe and no fatalities recorded. Madeira is always Summer and has lots of restaurants and bars with open air esplanades. Germany has also an air corridor with Madeira Island as have most European countries.

9 th October More Good News for travellers returning to England, Wales and Scotland from Madeira. You don’t need to self-isolate as Madeira has one of the lowest infection rates in Europe and no fatalities reported.

2 nd October Good News for travellers returning to England, Wales and Scotland from Madeira. You don’t need to self-isolate as Madeira has one of the lowest infection rates in Europe.

24 th September No need for self-isolation if you are returning to England and Wales from Madeira Island. Please see more on the update below on the 11 th of September.

17 th September There's no quarantine necessary on returning from Madeira Island to England and Wales. Please see the update below on the 11 th . Coronavirus (COVID-19):

11 th September Tourists returning to England and Wales from Madeira Island do not have to quarantine. Scotlands information for returning tourists is confusing at the moment. Madeira Island has had no deaths from Covid19 and has so far Europes lowest infection rate. Masks have to be worn in shopping centre, public transport etc, but not out in the open air or on the streets as previously reported.

20 th August Quarantine travel rules between England and Portugal has been lifted. As of 4am on 22nd of August, Portugal will be added to UK's safe travel list and self-isolation no longer required.

23 rd July No quarantine for UK tourists when they return from Madeira.

Quarantine-free travel between England and Portugal is likely to be confirmed within days as the government prepares to update its “air bridge” policy.

It is understood that Portugal, one of the most popular countries for British holidaymakers, will be added to the list of 59 countries where travel is possible without the need to isolate on return.

The move follows powerful lobbying from the Portuguese government, which was angered by the “absurd” decision to leave the country off the original list of Covid-safe travel corridors published by Westminster at the start of this month.

Portugal, which welcomed 2.1 million UK tourists last year, has had a spike in coronavirus cases around the capital Lisbon over the past month although rates are much lower in tourist hotspots such as the Algarve and the islands of the Azores and Madeira. The Foreign Office has already lifted its advice against non-essential travel to the Azores and Madeira for UK citizens.

Grant Shapps, the transport secretary, is due to update government policy on quarantine-free “travel corridors” by Monday. Other countries such as the Maldives, which opened up to international travellers last week for the first time since the pandemic began, may also be included.

It is also thought that money could be released to test those arriving into the UK. Mr Shapps said this month that he was “actively working” with Heathrow and other airports on the plan.

However, No 10 moved to scotch rumours that quarantine restrictions would be added to arrivals from Spain after a rise in cases. Spain, the most popular country for British holidaymakers, has reported almost 9,000 new cases in the past week, with particular concern around the regions of Catalonia and Aragon.

It is unlikely that quarantine policies in relation to the country will be changed immediately. A government spokesman said: “Spain is currently on a list of exemptions. We keep the data for all countries and territories under constant review. Travel advice can be changed rapidly to help stop the spread of the disease.”

3 rd July British holidaymakers have been given the green light to travel to Madeira Island and be exempt from quarantine, the good news was announced today the 3rd of July by the British Foreign Office. The new travel rule will be inforce from July 10 and give a welcome boost to the thousands of British tourists that are regular visitors to the always Summer Island. Madeira has had no deaths from the coronavirus covid-19 and one of the lowest infection rates recorded in Europe. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/portugal

1 st June A TAP flight to Madeira from the continent had all the passengers tested for the virus and one passenger tested positive, all the passengers and crew are now in quarantine for 14 days. There are no new cases now for 26 days within the population on the island of Madeira.

Madeira and Porto Santo will reopen for Tourism on 1st of July , date on which the mandatory quarantine is lifted.

31 st May Madeira records no new COVID-19 cases in 26 days and no deaths. Cumulative total of confirmed cases remains at 90, with 76 recovered cases, bringing the total number of 14 active cases of infection.

From June 1, 2020 until June 30, 2020 - In order to avoid mandatory quarantine for 14 days, all travellers entering Madeira and Porto Santo must present a PCR test, issued no more than 72 hours prior to their travel date, confirming that they do not have COVID-19.

Madeira nightlife venues, clubs and bars with terraces and outdoor spaces reopen from Monday, June 1st , at 50% capacity with strict safety precautions. Clubs can only be open until 2 am.

Most shopping centres and shops reopen to the public, restaurants and bars can reopen from the 18th of May.

International tourist travel should begin around the end of June, and many hotels and resorts hope to open in July.

The beaches, parks, gardens are now open to the public and all road travel restrictions have been lifted.

14 th May Since the beginning of the pandemic, Madeira has had a total of 90 positive cases of COVID-19 and 59 recovered cases, bringing the total number of 31 active cases of infection in the Region. NO DEATHS from the Covid-19 virus have been recorded.

13 th May It’s the seventh straight day without new confirmed cases of the disease in Madeira, with the total number remaining at 90. Meanwhile, 55 people have been cured and the total number of active cases stands at 35. There were no deaths reported.

12 th May For the sixth consecutive day, there are no positive cases of covid-19 and NO DEATHS recorded. The total number of positive cases remains at 90, the recovered increased to 55, since there was two new recoveries, making a total of 35 active cases of infection.

11 th May As of today, there are No New cases of the virus and no deaths recorded. The total of positive cases remains at 90, with 53 people recovered, making a total of 37 active cases of infection.

10 th May For the fourth day in a row, no coronavirus cases were confirmed in Madeira, maintaining the number of 90 positive cases, 53 people have recovered, thus making a total of 37 active cases of infection. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded.

9 th May Today we have one more recovery and no new positive cases of covid-19 in the last 24 hours. The total number of positive cases remains at 90, 53 people have recovered, thus making a total of 37 active cases of infection. At the moment, 6 people await laboratory results. No deaths have been recorded.

8 th May There are no new cases of coronavirus for the second consecutive day and no deaths recorded in Madeira. The total number of positive cases remains at 90 and the number of recovered patients has increased to 52, since the hospitalized patient is now recovered, making a total of 38 active cases of infection.

The president of the Regional Government of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque announces today that churches and all other places of worship in Madeira will reopen to the public on Saturday, May 9th , limiting the capacity to one third and with strict measures in place. People must comply with social distancing rules, alcohol-based hand disinfectant is required before entering the church and the use of a mask is mandatory. After service, people should return home and avoid gatherings in the churchyard or surrounding areas.

Porto Santo beach reopens under strict rules from Sunday, May 10th. The social distancing between bathers is mandatory and group gatherings is prohibited. Facilities, bars, cafes and restaurants along the beach will remain closed. The mandatory quarantine for Porto Santo will be lifted on the 18th of May for all residents of the archipelago.

The Madeira Private Hospital and Madeira Medical Centre will resume their normal services starting Monday, May 11th. Entry will be allowed after a questionnaire and Temperature screening, mask and hand disinfectant are mandatory. Safety distance is also signalled in all services areas. MMC will resume all its services: clinical analysis, permanent care (adults), face-to-face consultations, imaging exams, cardiology, gastroenterology and nursing care, from Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 9 pm, and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 2 pm. As for HPM , all exams and face-to-face consultations for adults and children will be activated, as well as permanent paediatric care, from 9 am to 12 am.

As of May 11th , a series of individual sports will be allowed, while always maintaining social distancing, such as sport and recreational fishing, surfing, bodyboard, canoeing, tennis, motor racing, etc. Public and Forest spaces , recommended walking routes and some public gardens , such as Quinta do Santo da Serra, Quinta Magnolia, Jardim das Madalenas, Jardim do Amparo e Jardim de Santa Luzia will also reopen on May 11th . Maintaining all Facilities, bars, cafes and restaurants closed.

Gyms will resume limited activity starting Tuesday, May 12th. Group classes can only take place outdoors at the condition to respect social distancing. Spaces are limited to one third of its capacity, showers and changing rooms remained closed. Members are only allowed to stay inside the gym for one hour, each member will be required to clean and sanitize equipment after each use.

Museums, libraries, galleries, cultural centres and archives reopens Thursday, May 14th , with mandatory use of masks, hand disinfectant for all employees and visitors. Routine cleaning and disinfecting of regularly touched surfaces must be frequent and recorded.

Beaches , bathing complexes and sea access reopens Friday, May 15th , if the pandemic situation continues to evolve favorably. More information in regards to safety rules, social distancing and hygiene will be announced next Thursday.

Restaurants, bars, cafes and terraces may reopen on Monday, May 18 th. The operating conditions will be announced at the end of next week.

7 th May There are no positive cases of covid-19 and NO DEATHS recorded in the last 24 hours. The total number of positive cases remains at 90, the recovered increased to 51, since there was one new recovery, making a total of 39 active cases of infection.

6 th May Madeira registers four new cases of infection in the last 24 hours, raising the number to 90 positive cases, 50 people have recovered, thus making a total of 40 active cases of COVID-19. At the moment, 5 suspected cases await laboratory results and NO deaths have been recorded.

5 th May For the eleventh consecutive day, there are no positive cases of covid-19 and NO DEATHS were recorded.The total number of positive cases remains at 86, the recovered increased to 50, since there was two new recoveries, making a total of 36 active cases of infection and 85 suspected cases awaiting laboratory results.

4 th May Madeira has reached it's tenth consecutive day without any new cases of COVID-19, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases, 48 people have recovered, thus making a total of 38 active cases of infection. At the moment, 71 suspected cases await laboratory results. No deaths have been recorded.

The region reopens some economic activities, such as shops, hair salons, barbers, and shopping centres, with tight restrictions established by the Regional Government. The reopening immediately imposes the obligation for both businesses and individuals to social distancing regulations, the use of masks in all closed spaces, in public transport and temperature screening of workers twice a day. Clear safety rules regarding the hygiene of employees, customers, disinfection of spaces and trying on or exchange of clothes, footwear, accessories and jewellery are prohibited.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Porto Santo Airports will continue to operate a reduced number of two weekly flights and a maximum of 100 passengers allowed to disembark per week, maintaining the mandatory14-day quarantine for all. The ports and marinas of the archipelago will remain closed.

3 rd May For the ninth consecutive day, there are no positive cases of covid-19, announced this Sunday by the vice president of IASaúde. The total number of positive cases remains at 86, the recovered increased to 48, since there was one new recovery, making a total of 38 active cases of infection and 69 suspected cases awaiting laboratory results. No deaths were recorded. If the evolution continues to be positive, Madeira will be one of the first regions in the world to receive tourists safely, guarantees Pedro Ramos, the Regional Secretary for Health and Civil Protection.

2 nd May For the eighth day in a row, no coronavirus cases were confirmed in Madeira, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases, 47 people have recovered, thus making a total of 39 active cases of infection. At the moment, 33 suspected cases await laboratory results. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded. Sanitary fence in Câmara de Lobos will be lifted at 00:00 on Sunday.

1 st May No New COVID-19 cases for the seventh day in a row, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases, there are 4 more new recoveries, thus making a total of 39 active cases of infection. 33 people await laboratory results. No deaths have been recorded. 

30 th April No New cases of COVID-19 for the sixth consecutive days and NO DEATHS recorded in Madeira Island. The total number of positive cases remains at 86, with 43 patients having recovered. The number of active cases is down to 43. 176 cases await laboratory results.

The emergency state ends and the state of calamity begins in Madeira from 00:00 on Sunday night, for a period of 15 days. The president of the Regional Government of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque declares the situation of calamity and announced the reopening of some economic activities, hairdressers (appointment only), services and shopping centres. The strict measures that come into force are: - The use of a mask will be mandatory in all commercial spaces where there is a greater concentration of people, such as public transport, shopping centres, schools. - Workers must take temperature twice a day and maintain social distance. - All establishments must operate at one third of the capacity. - Visits to care homes are not allowed. - Restaurants will continue to operate in take-away. - Beaches remain 'closed'. - The reopening of economic activities will be evaluated weekly.

29 th April There are No New cases for fifth consecutive day, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases. The total number of recovered patients remains at 43. Of the 43 active cases, one patient was admitted to the isolation unit dedicated to covid-19 at the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça, due to the need of additional medical treatment. 70 cases await laboratory results. No deaths from COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira. 

28 th April No New COVID-19 cases for fourth consecutive day, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases, there are 8 more new recoveries, thus making a total of 43 active cases of infection. The hospitalized patient who was in the isolation unit dedicated to covid-19 is now recovered. 18 people waiting for results. No deaths have been recorded. 

27 th April As of today there are no positive cases for third consecutive day, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases, 1 new recovery, thus making a total of 51 active cases of infection. No deaths from the Covid-19 virus have been recorded. 58 people waiting for results.

26 th April There are no positive cases for second consecutive day. There are 3 more cases of recovery, bringing a total number of 52 active cases of infection. 16 cases await laboratory results. No deaths from COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

25 th April As of today there are no new positive cases reported, maintaining the number of 86 positive cases. There are 10 new cases of recovery, bringing a total number of 55 active cases of infection. No deaths have been recorded. 36 suspected cases await laboratory results.

24 th April As of today there is one new case of infection, raising the number to 86 positive cases of COVID-19. No deaths have been recorded. As for the two patients who were hospitalized, one remains the isolation unit dedicated to covid-19 and the patient in intensive care unit is now recovered. 54 people await laboratory results.

23 rd April As of today there are no positive cases for third consecutive day, maintaining the number of 85 positive cases, 20 people have recovered, thus making a total of 65 active cases of infection. 80 people waiting for results. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

22 nd April As of today there are no positive cases for second consecutive day. There are 7 more cases of recovery, bringing a total number of 65 active cases of infection. No deaths have been recorded. 72 suspected cases await laboratory results.

21 st April As of today there are no positive cases in the last 24 hours, maintaining the number of infected patients at 85. No deaths have been recorded. 67 suspected cases await laboratory results. In connection with the transmission chain in Câmara de Lobos, 78 new contacts were identified, which are currently being evaluated and tested.

20 th April Madeira registers two new positive cases in the last 24 hours and one recovery in Porto Santo. 31 suspected cases await laboratory results. No deaths have been recorded. Two patients were transferred to the isolation unit dedicated to covid-19 at the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça, due to pre-existing medical conditions.

19 th April Madeira registers 19 new cases of coronavirus, 16 in Câmara de Lobos, 1 in Funchal and 2 in Porto Santo. In the last 24 hours 43 additional suspected cases were detected and 3 recovered cases. No deaths from COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

18 th April The patient hospitalized in the intensive care unit dedicated to covid-19 is now able to breathe without a ventilator. No deaths have been recorded. 10 new positive cases registered in Câmara de Lobos and 40 people are waiting for test results of covid-19. Announced this morning by the President of the Regional Government of Madeira, raising the total number to 64 positive cases, an increase of 18.5% in 24 hours. Due to the exponential increase in cases, a sanitary fence was applied in the parish of Câmara de Lobos, placing more than 18 thousand people in mandatory isolation during the next 15 days.

17 th April Madeira registers the seventh recovery case, after testing negative for the virus twice, at least 24 hours apart, according to guidelines. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

11 th April Madeira registers the second recovery case. A resident of Ponta do Sol, who had returned from United Kingdom tested positive for covid-19 and was in quarantine, declared recovered after two negative tests (under home isolation). To date, no deaths due to COVID-19 infection have been recorded in the region.

10 th April As for the two coronavirus patients who were hospitalized, one remains in intensive care unit dedicated to covid-19 and the other discharged and transferred to a hotel where he will remain in isolation. No deaths from COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

5 th April As of today, Madeira has 1 recovered case and 47 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 315 suspected cases have been identified of which 260 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 643 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 231 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira. Only 2 coronavirus patients remain hospitalized at Dr. Nélio Mendonça in Madeira, although 1 in stable condition, the other patient was transferred to intensive care unit and ventilated, as condition worsened overnight. The other 45 patients remain in isolation, 42 in their homes and the 3 Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde.

4 th April   Madeira registers the first recovery case, as one of the four Dutch tourists at Quinta do Lorde was considered recovered after testing negative twice. Today returned to her country of origin. No deaths have been recorded.

3 rd April Madeira has 44 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 277 suspected cases have been identified of which 232 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 691 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 428 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ No deaths have been recorded. Only 2 coronavirus patients remain hospitalized in Madeira, although without the need for intensive care. The other 42 patients remain in isolation, 38 in their homes and the four Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde.

2 nd April As of today Madeira has 43 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 257 suspected cases have been identified of which 212 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 717 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 559 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ Only 2 coronavirus patients remain hospitalized in Madeira, although without the need for intensive care. The other 41 patients remain in isolation, 37 in their homes and the four Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

1 st April Madeira has 43 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 240 suspected cases have been identified of which 197 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 724 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 1698 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ Only one (1) coronavirus patient remains hospitalized in Madeira, although without the need for intensive care. The other 42 patients remain in isolation, 38 in their homes and the four Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde. To date, no deaths due to COVID-19 infection have been recorded in the region. April Workers' Pavilion prepared to accommodate the homeless. 50 beds will be made available as well as all the necessary conditions, so homeless people can self-isolate during covid-19 pandemic.

31 th March As of today, Madeira has 42 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 225 suspected cases have been identified of which 183 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 728 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 1699 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ Only one (1) coronavirus patient remains hospitalized in Madeira, although without the need for intensive care. The other 41 patients remain in isolation, 37 in their homes and the four Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde. No deaths from COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

30 th March As of today, Madeira has 40 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 214 suspected cases have been identified of which 170 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 792 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 1670 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ No deaths have been recorded. Only one (1) coronavirus patient remains hospitalized in Madeira, although without the need for intensive care. The other 39 patients remain in isolation, 35 in their homes and the four Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde.

29 th March As of today, Madeira has 39 positive cases of COVID-19. So far, 198 suspected cases have been identified of which 155 tested negative. Further statistics show that there are 766 people under ‘active surveillance’ with a further 1462 people in ‘self-surveillance.’ Only one (1) coronavirus patient remains hospitalized in Madeira, although without the need for intensive care. The other 38 patients remain in isolation, 34 in their homes and the four Dutch citizens at Quinta do Lorde. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

The President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque issued a new mandate with regards to restrictions on movement and social isolation to contain the spread of the coronavirus. From 00.00 on the 31st of March the following measures come into force: 1 - From the 31st of March only essential business may remain open. 2 - All Hotel suspicious cases must undergo compulsory 14-day isolation period. 3 - A reduction from 120 to 100 passengers to airports Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo and Porto Santo allowed per week. All passengers are directed to comply with mandatory 14-day quarantine 4 - Reorganisation of the health system. Cessation of mobility between existing health units to prevent cross-contamination. 5 - Reinforcement of circulation measures and social gatherings are strictly limited to two people.

26 th March There are currently twenty (20) positive cases of Covid-19 on the island comprising four Dutch tourists and sixteen Madeirans, including one case concerning a passenger who was compulsorily quarantined at Quinta do Lorde in Caniçal and five members of one family who contracted the virus after a recent trip Spain. Since February 29, of the 105 suspected cases, 85 have since been confirmed as negative. In addition, there are currently 835 people who are under ‘active surveillance’ at home and a further 1.591 people undergoing ‘self-surveillance.’ No deaths have been recorded. All arrivals in Madeira are required to enter mandatory quarantine and undergo testing. The Regional Government has requested that all remaining tourists on the island return to their countries of residence. Furthermore, as of Wednesday 25th of March, only those travelling for medical reasons can fly to and from the island.

25 th March Four new confirmed cases were announced, bringing the total to 16 positive cases of Coronavirus in Madeira (12 are patients residing in Madeira and 4 are tourists of Dutch nationality). Of the 94 suspected cases, 78 were negative, 806 are in active surveillance in their homes and 1678 in self-surveillance. Three of the patients who were hospitalized in the isolation unit of Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça were sent home to continue isolation in their homes. All these patients are in stable condition and none required intensive care. No deaths from COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira.

24 th March Coronavirus cases continue to rise in Madeira, with 12 confirmed positive cases, in which eight refer to residents of Madeira. Five have mild symptoms, recovering at home. The remaining seven are hospitalized in the dedicated coronavirus treatment unit, at the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça, in stable condition. Madeira has 459 persons under active surveillance by the health authorities and 1,532 persons in self-surveillance at home. No deaths due to COVID-19 infection were recorded in Madeira. Passengers arriving in Madeira - 66 have been transferred to a specific quarantine centre at Quinta do Lorde resort at Caniçal and 15 are in mandatory quarantine at Hotel Praia Dourada in Porto Santo. All cases are of external origin.

23 rd March Madeira, like many other tourist destinations, has been affected by the outbreak of the Coronavirus. As a precaution, many of the scheduled events have been postponed this year. This, of course, includes the famous and vibrant Flower Festival which is now scheduled for September 2020. The Regional Government of Madeira and the Government of the Republic of Portugal have shown a proactive and sensible approach to the pandemic, and by declaring a State of Emergency are doing everything in their power to create a safe environment for their citizens. As of the 23rd of March, nine positive coronavirus cases had been recorded in Madeira. Tourists are being flown home to their countries of origin and all hotels closed, a specific quarantine centre have been set up both here in Madeira at Quinta do Lorde resort at Caniçal and on Porto Santo island. In a world spinning out of control, Madeira has remained calm and is quietly getting on with life as best it can under the circumstances. Despite the virus Madeira remains as always a floating garden that’s always Summer. With a stoic and practical population, the island will soon rise again and shine as a beacon of all that is good in the world – safe, clean, beautiful and nature at its best, not forgetting its warm welcome to all those who visit our magical island.

19 th March Madeira registers two new positive cases of coronavirus. No deaths have been recorded. In total 3 positive cases are confirmed. A tourist arriving from Holland 5 days ago and a Madeiran resident arriving from Dubai, both quarantined immediately. The Government of the Portuguese Republic declares state of emergency as of 00.00 today 19 March, for 15 days. We hope that with this measure, we are able to contain the spread of the virus on Madeira Island.

17 th March A tourist who recently arrived in Madeira has tested positive for coronavirus and is now in quarantine.

16 th March The President of the Regional Government of Madeira announced today, March 16, that there is no case of coronavirus or covid-19 reported on the Island of Madeira. To try to maintain Madeira virus free, all passengers arriving at Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira Airport will be under mandatory quarantine for 14 days, until further notice. This means that all Tour Operators are cancelling their flights to Madeira and Porto Santo except for return flights for tourists already on the Island. Hopefully soon things will returns to normal and Madeira will maintain it corona free status and welcome visitors to Madeira’s always Summer Climate. We will keep you updated in the coming days.

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Find all entry regulations for flights to Madeira in the following table*.

Prior to Travel

The Federal Foreign Office points out that in view of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, there are still risks associated with international travel, especially for people without full vaccination protection as well as vulnerable groups. Regulations on entry or international transport connections can change quickly with the pandemic situation.

The so called "3G rule" is lifted when entering Germany, there is a recommendation to wear a mask at some airports.

Prior to Entry

There are no COVID-19-related entry restrictions (e.g. border closures, mandatory proof of testing and vaccination) in force at this time.

There are no COVID-19-related mandatory entry forms or online registrations to be completed before travel at this time.

There are no known restrictions

Transit is permitted.

Children and minors are not generally exempt in case testing requirements apply.

Proof of testing is no longer required for entry.

No notes available.

There is no testing or quarantine requirement on entry for completely immunized persons.

There is no testing or quarantine requirement on entry for incompletely vaccinated persons.

There is no testing or quarantine requirement on entry for those who have recovered.

There is no ease of restrictions.

COVID-19 related documentary proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result is not currently required.

Current value: 1049. Previous week: 730 Data source: Our World in Data / European Center for Disease Control. The data is only available at country level and is updated daily.

There are currently no COVID-19-related travel restrictions in the country.

Face masks are no longer required.

Non-essential shops, including shopping malls, are open.

Restaurants and bars are open.

Hotels are open.

Events may resume.

Public parks and beaches are accessible.

Cinemas, theatres, concert halls and other entertainment/cultural venues are open. The same applies to gyms, swimming pools and nightclubs.

Public transport has resumed regular services.

Masks are no longer mandatory on public transport and in taxis/ride-sharing services.

Cross-border train and bus services resumed operations.

Air traffic has resumed normal operations.

Quarantine/isolation is not currently required if travellers have been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case or if they themselves have tested positive during their stay.

Entry/return to Germany

For travellers entering from a risk-free area, there are no longer any registration or other requirements.

There is no obligation to test before entering Germany.

Since May 2022, no proof of a negative test, a vaccination or recovery is required, in order to enter Germany.

Further information on the new entry regulation can be found at the Federal Government 's website.

Information about Covid-19 testing in Portugal (test centers & costs) can be found here .

There is no obligation to test after entering Germany.

According to the Robert Koch-Institute, it is a risk-free area . There is no quarantine obligation after entry into or return to Germany.

There is no testing or quarantine requirement for completely immunized persons on entry/return.

Vaccinated persons are exempt from national quarantine and testing obligations. (Caution: In Germany, only the vaccines by BioNTech/Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, and Novavax have been approved so far.) Further information is available from the Federal Government .

There is no testing or quarantine requirement on entry/return for incompletely vaccinated persons.

There is no testing or quarantine requirement on entry/return for those who have recovered.

Recovered persons are exempt from quarantine and testing obligations nationwide, area of active circulation of highly contagious virus variants . Those who have recovered need proof of a positive PCR test (or other nucleic acid detection) at least 28 days and no more than 3 months ago. Recovered persons must not have any symptoms of a possible COVID-19 infection. Further information is available from the Federal Government .

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Covid-19: measures, guidelines and recommendations.

Information updated on 11 February 2022

If you have not yet been vaccinated or haven’t completed your vaccination plan, join the COVID-19 vaccination process.

The “Open House” modality and appointment requests for vaccination are available for people with 18 years old or more who:

. completed the primary vaccination plan against COVID-19 more than 150 days ago

. were vaccinated with the Janssen vaccine 90 days ago or more

. haven't had COVID-19 in the last 150 days

. haven't had COVID-19 in the last 90 days if were vaccinated with the Janssen vaccine

If you fulfill these requirements:

. make your appointment request at https://covid19.min-saude.pt/pedido-de-agendamento/

. or go directly to the vaccination centre or the health centre to be vaccinated in the “Open House” modality.

Be aware of text messages sent by the health authorities with information about your appointment request or digital ticket for vaccination. If you do not receive an SMS, you can still be vaccinated in the "Open House" modality.

In the “Open House” modality you can also request a digital ticket for the desired location and time at https://covid19.min-saude.pt/senha-digital/

More information at: https://covid19.min-saude.pt

"The Task Force calls on all migrants who have not yet been vaccinated, regardless of their legal status in Portugal, provided they hold a valid document that allows them to be identified, to join the vaccination process." Task Force press release of 6 September 2021

Within the scope of the vaccination against COVID-19, the XXII Government created an online platform that allows the registration of foreign citizens who don’t have a SNS (National Health Service) user number in order to be included in the vaccination national plan.

Access the platform servicos.min-saude.pt/covid19/vacinacao-nao-utente .

If you have a SNS (National Health Service) user number, please self-schedule your appointment at  covid19.min-saude.pt/pedido-de-agendamento .

You must provide all the requested data in the form, which must be completed and submitted only once. If you need support with registration and/or self-scheduling, or if you are facing constraints in the process, you can contact us by e-mail:  [email protected]

After verification and validation of the data registered on  servicos.min-saude.pt/covid19/vacinacao-nao-utente  or on  covid19.min-saude.pt/pedido-de-agendamento , the health authorities will contact you by telephone with the number 808 24 24 24 24 for any necessary clarifications, or by SMS through 2424 with the appointment details to the reference vaccination centre.

Access and share the information cards on COVID-19 vaccination:

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Find out  more about the COVID-19 vaccination .

Information updated on 11 October 2022

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XIII Government decided not to extend the situation of alert in mainland Portugal, as well as the termination of validity of various laws, decree-laws and resolutions passed in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic, through the Decree-Law No. 66-A/2022 of 30 September .

Considering the evolution of the country's epidemiological situation and given the strategy for the gradual lifting of measures to combat the COVID-19 disease pandemic, face-to-face service in most public services, such as the National Support Centres for the Integration of Migrants (CNAIM), is now available without previous appointment.

However, it is still recommended to do a previous appointment at the services of some entities.

The use of a mask or visor is mandatory.

• Face-to-face service at CNAIM Norte (Porto), Lisboa e Algarve (Faro) is now available without previous appointment 

Face-to-face service at CNAIM Norte, Lisboa and Algarve is now available without previous appointment and in the usual schedules.

You can still opt for the telephone service, through the Migrant Support Line: 808 257 257 (from landline) and 218 106 191 (from mobile and abroad), from Monday to Friday, between 9 am and 7 pm; or by email:

. CNAIM Norte:  [email protected] . CNAIM Lisboa:  [email protected] . CNAIM Algarve:  [email protected]  

And by using the app MY CNAIM / Welcome Migrant.

My CNAIM app is an application that facilitates access of migrant and refugee people, as well as citizens of the European Union (EU), to various information, such as documentation necessary for the regularization process, housing, health, education, recognition of academic qualifications, among other relevant data about Portugal. Available for  IOS  and  Android  operating systems, in Portuguese, English and Arabic.

• High Commission for Migration (ACM, I.P.)’ Contingency Plan  (Version 1.0, 6 March of 2020)

"The  Contingency Plan  to be observed in a situation of infection (suspected or confirmed), not only of its workers, but also of the ones of partner institutions that work on the premises of this Public Institute and the citizens (clients) who daily use these public  services.”

• SEF face-to-face service: attendance by previous appointment only

At Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) the face-to-face service is made by previous appointment only, and wearing a face mask or visor is mandatory.

SEF remains available for information through the telephone service – 808 202 653 (landline) and 808 962 690 (mobile) –, and by email:  [email protected]

More information at  www.sef.pt

• Regularisation of foreign citizens and asylum seekers with pending applications at SEF

Information cards about the Decree-Law No. 42-A/2022, of 30 june, concerning the stay of foreign citizens in Portugal and the acceptance of expired documents, in  Portuguese  and  English . 

• Grating and renewing of residence permits: simplified procedure

Order No. 5793-A / 2020 , of May 26th, implemented a simplified procedure for examining applications for the granting and renewal of residence permits.

On this subject, access the  Guide , available in  Portuguese (pt)  and  English (en) ; and the  Information Leaflet , available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) .

With the Order n.º 12870-C/2021 , of 31 December, which establishes the extension of the scope of orders  n.º 3863-B/2020 , of 27 March, n.º 10944 / 2020 , of 8 November, and n.º 4473-A/2021 of 30 April, the Government has determined that all foreign citizens with pending applications at  Immigrations and Borders Service (SEF) , whose request was submitted until 31 December 2021, are temporarily in a regular situation in national territory and have access to certain rights and support, including health, social support, employment and housing.

Foreign citizens who do not have pending applications at SEF, until 31 December 2021, may continue to submit their applications; however, they are not covered by the Order mentioned above.

Consult the information cards about the Order n.º 12870-C/2021 and the Decree-Law n.º 119-A/2021, in Portuguese and English .

• Acceptance of expired documents

With Decree-Law no. 10-A/2020 , of 13 March, the Government established exceptional and temporary measures regarding the epidemiological situation of the new Coronavirus/COVID-19, having decreed, among other measures, that documents whose validity expired after 24 February 2020 would remain valid until 30 June 2020. This measure was  amended  by  Decree-Law no. 22/2020 , of 16 May,  Decree-Law no. 87-A/2020 , of 15 October,  Decree-Law no. 22-A/2021 , of 17 March, Decree-Law no. 119-A/2021 , of 22 December, and by the Decree-Law no. 23-A/2022 of 18 February, which establishes that the documents, listed below,  are still accepted, under the same terms, until 30 June 2022:

. Citizen Card

. Certificates issued by the Civil Registration and Identification Services

. Documents and visas related to the stay in national territory

. Licences and permits

These documents are still accepted after 30 June 2022, under the same terms, provided that you prove that you already made an appointment for the respective renewal.

Consult the information cards about Decree-Law no. 23-A/2022 , of 18 February, and Order no. 12870-C/2021 , of 31 December, in Portuguese and English . 

• COVID-19 vaccination: foreign citizens without a SNS (National Health Service) user number

Access and share the information cards on COVID-19 vaccination in  English (en) ,  Arabic (ar) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ro) ,  Spanish (es) ,  Thai (th)  and  Ukrainian (uk) .

If you need support with registration and/or self-scheduling, or if you are facing constraints in the process, you can contact us by e-mail:  [email protected]

• Measures for passengers on flights from China to Portugal

The Government established new measures to monitor the SARS-CoV-2 virus for passengers on flights from China to Portugal , as a response to the epidemiological situation of Covid-19 in this country.

All passengers on direct flights from China are subject to:

• the requirement to wear a mask during flight and to reinforce hygiene measures, including washing hands and disinfection;
• random, free and mandatory testing (in effect since 00h00 on 7 January 2023);
• the presentation, upon boarding, of a negative test, PCR or TRAg, carried out no later than 48 hours before the flight (in effect since 00h00 on 8 january 2023).

At the same time, wastewater monitoring mechanisms will be applied at Lisbon Airport and on aircrafts coming from China, in order to identify SARS-CoV-2 viruses and subsequent genomic sequencing.

• Measures applicable to air traffic to and from Portugal

Following the Recommendation of the Council of the European Union of 30 June 2020, the XXII Constitutional Government has adopted and extended several measures applicable to air traffic to and from Portugal in accordance with the evolution of the epidemiological situation.

The measures applicable to air traffic to and from Portugal in force can be consulted at:

. Portuguese Communities website

. Portugal Airports (ANA)

. Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF)

. Turismo de Portugal ( Visit Portugal )

. European Union website (Re-open. EU)

• Suspension of deadline for rental contracts

The XXII Government approved an  exceptional and temporary regime for counting the duration of housing and non-housing rental contracts , which defines that rental contracts celebrated and with a possible opposition to renewal, remain in force.

The suspension of calculating the time in rental contracts or of their renewals during the vigilance periods in a situation of need, state of emergency or other state of exception declared under legal and constitutional terms, guarantees the continuity of the contracts, as well as the rights and obligations from both parties.

More information on this topic  (pt only).

• Exceptional Support Measures of Social Security Institute (ISS, I.P.)

Social Security, in the context of the epidemic crisis of COVID-19, provides several  exceptional measures  aimed at the social protection of citizens. The measures, on an urgent and temporary basis, cover the Employing Entities, but also the Independent Workers as well as Domestic Workers. Included are measures covering employment support, family assistance and social protection for isolation and illness.

Access the  Information Leaflet on the Exceptional Support Measures – Self-employed Workers , available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) . 

Find out  more about the Exceptional Support Measures for Self-employed Workers  (pt only).

Find out about the  Exceptional Support Measures in the context of the Covid-19 Crisis  (pt only).

• Support for Work and Employment

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, the XXII Government determined a  number of temporary and simplified measures  for employment support and for companies.  Frequently asked questions and answers for Workers and Employers  were made available (pt only). 

Find out more  (pt only).

• Suspension of Teaching and Non-Teaching Activities

The XXII Government determined, as of 16 March and reevaluated on April 9 of 2020, the suspension of in-person teaching and non-teaching and vocational activities for students in public, private and cooperative and of social and solidary preschool, basic, secondary and higher education educational establishments. 

Frequently asked questions and answers on the issue , namely on  going back to school  (pt only).

For  more information  (pt only).

• Commission for Citizenship and Gender Equality (CIG) : Security recommendations concerning domestic violence during isolation

Domestic violence is a public crime and reporting it is a collective responsibility.

The National Support Network for Victims of Domestic Violence is working. If you need help or are aware of any situation of domestic violence, send a message to the SMS Line 3060 or call 800 202 148. It's a free line, open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. The Commission for Citizenship and Gender Equality (CIG) also has an email service for questions, requests for assistance and emotional support:  [email protected]

Access this  information and other safety recommendations .

Access and share the materials for dissemination on social networks.

#EuSobrevivi Campaign

Versions in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt)  and  Russian (ru) .

#SegurançaEmIsolamento Campaign

Facebook:  Arabic (ar) ,  Bengali (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt)  and  Russian (ru) .

Instagram:  Arabic (ar) ,  Bengali (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt)  and  Russian (ru) .

• ESF OP and AMIF’ Calls – Information by e-mail

The requests for information regarding Calls of the Social Inclusion and Employment  (ESF) Operational Programme (OP) and the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) should be addressed by e-mail. 

PO ISE:  [email protected] FAMI:  [email protected]

Access  all the exceptional measures  (pt only).

• Temporary restitution of border control with Spain  [ revoked on July 1 of 2020 ]

The  documental control of people on the borders with Spain was exceptionally and temporarily restituted , between 23:00 hours of March 16 of 2020 and 00:00 hours of April 15 of 2020, with the possibility of renewals.

This restitution was again extended until 23:59 hours on June 30 of 2020, through the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 43-A / 2020 , of June 12, after having already been carried out by the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 22 / 2020 , of April 14, by the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 33-B / 2020 , of April 30 and by the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 34-A / 2020 , of May 13.

• Information cards about the Decree-Law No. 42-A/2022, concerning the stay of foreign citizens in Portugal and the acceptance of expired documents, in  Portuguese  and  English . 
• Covid-19 Information Cards, Vaccination, Booster Dose (January 2022) in   Arabic (ar) ,  English (en) ,  French (ft) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) , Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ru) ,  Spanish (es) ,  Thai (th)  and  Ukrainian (uk) .
• Information cards about the Order No. 12870-C/2021 and the Decree-Law No. 119-A/2021, concerning the stay of foreign citizens in Portugal and the acceptance of expired documents, in   Portuguese and English . 
• High Commission for Migration (ACM, I.P.)’s Contingency Plan  (Version1.0, March 6 of 2020), also available in  Portuguese (pt) .
• Covid-19 Information Cards, Children's Vaccination, Booster Dose (December 2021) in  Portuguese (pt)  and  English (en) .
• Covid-19 Information Cards, Vaccination, Booster Dose (November 2021) in  Arabic (ar) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ru) ,  Spanish (es) ,  Thai (th)  and  Ukrainian (uk) .
• Information cards on the "Open House" modality of the COVID-19 vaccination on 22, 23 and 24 September in  Arabic (ar) , English (en) , French (fr) , Hindi (hi) , Mandarin (zh) , Nepalese (ne) , Portuguese (pt) , Romanian (ro) , Russian (ru) , Spanish (es) , Thai (th) and Ukrainian (uk) .
• Information cards on the "Open House" modality of the COVID-19 vaccination on 17 and 18 September in  Arabic (ar) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ru) ,  Spanish (es) ,  Thai (th)  and  Ukrainian (uk) .
• Information cards on the "Open House" modality of the COVID-19 vaccination on 10 and 12 September in Arabic (ar) , English (en) , French (fr) , Hindi (hi) , Mandarin (zh) , Nepalese (ne) , Portuguese (pt) , Romanian (ro) , Russian (ru) , Spanish (es) , Thai (th) and Ukrainian (uk) .
• Information cards on COVID-19 vaccination in  English (en) ,  Arabic (ar) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ro) ,  Spanish (es) ,  Thai (th)  and  Ukrainian (uk) .
• Guide on the  Order No. 5793-A / 2020 , of May 26, implemented a simplified procedure for examining applications for the granting and renewal of residence permits, available in  Portuguese (pt)  and  English (en) .
• Information Leaflet on the  Order No. 5793-A / 2020 , available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) .
• Practical Guide on the  Order No. 3863-B / 2020 , of March 27, determined that the management of services provided and scheduling of appointments so as to safeguard unequivocally the rights of all foreign citizens with pending cases before the Immigration and Borders Service (SEF), in the context of COVID-19,with questions and answers, available in Portuguese (pt) and English (en). [ Update in progress .]
• Information Leaflet on the  Order No. 3863-B / 2020 , available in Arabic (ar), Bangla (ba), Hindi (hi), English (en), Mandarin (zh), Nepalese (ne), Portuguese (pt), Romanian (ro) and Russian (ru). [ Update in progress .]
• Information Leaflet " COVID-19: Prevention is Essential " also available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  Farsi (fa) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ru) ,  Spanish (es) ,  Thai (th) ,  Ukrainian (uk)  and  Urdu (ur) .
• “This year choose individual celebration” campaign, promoted by Taipa, Crl., in partnership with the Public Health Unit of the Local Health Unit of the Alentejo Coast (ULSLA) and ACM, I.P., with the support of the Municipality of Odemira.

. Posters available in bilingual versions in Portuguese (pt) and  Bangla (bn) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  English (en) ,  Nepalese (ne)  and  Urdu (ur) .

. Videos available in  Bangla (bn) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  English (en) ,  Nepalese (ne)  and  Urdu (ur) .

• Materials on the rights of workers in the context of COVID-19 produced by ACM, I.P., and the Social Security Institute (ISS, I.P.), with the support of NIALP – Intercultural Association Lisboa, within the scope of awareness-raising actions carried out in Odemira.

Leaflets in  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en)   Hindi (hi) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt)  and  Thai (th) .

Videos in  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Nepalese (ne)  and  Thai (th) .  

• Information Table of the COVID-19 Mitigation Measures  also available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) .

Videos "Recommendations" of the Directorate-General for Health (DGS) in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  Crioulo of Cabo Verde (cpp) ,  Nepalese (ne)  and  Romanian (ro) .

Videos "General Measures" of the DGS in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ru)  and  Spanish (es) .

• Information Table of the Plan for Lifting Lockdown  also available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) .
• Information Leaflet “ State of Calamity | Plan for Lifting Lockdown ”, also available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) .
• Information Leaflet on the Exceptional Support Measures – Self-employed Workers of the  Social Security Institute (ISS, I.P.) , available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  and  Russian (ru) . 
• Materials of the Campaigns promoted by the  Commission for Citizenship and Gender Equality (CIG) :

#EuSobrevivi campaign

. Facebook:  Arabic (ar) ,  Bengali (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt)  and  Russian (ru) .

. Instagram:  Arabic (ar) ,  Bengali (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt)  and  Russian (ru) .

.  Video about the Support Lines for victims of domestic violence, in Portuguese sign Language .

• Ministry of Home Affairs (MAI)’  information leaflet – “State of Emergency | Understand to comply | #stayathome”  –, also available in  Portuguese (pt) .
• Directorate-General for Health (DGS)’  Resources and Information , available in several languages.
• Health Regulatory Authority (ERS)’  Leaflet on Access to Health Care by Foreign Citizens , also available in  Portuguese (pt) .
• Doctors of the World Portugal'  Information Leaflet on the Plan for Lifting Lockdown , available in English (en), French (fr), German (de), Hindi (hi), Portuguese (pt) and Spanish (es).
• Doctors of the World Portugal'  Guide on COVID-19 , available in more than 20 languages.
• IOM’  information leaflet on COVID-19 , available in more than 30 languages.
• IOM’  three documents for migrants about COVID-19 , available in several languages.
• Website Covid19estamoson and app Estamos ON – Covid19

The website  covid19estamoson.gov.pt  and the app  Estamos ON – Covid19 , created by the Government, gather all the relevant information on the prevention and containment measures to counter the new coronavirus, in order to support citizens, families and companies. These tools allow one to consult the exceptional measures adopted, the authorities’ recommendations, practical advices, as well as the answers to frequently asked questions, all the support provided and the necessary documentation – namely, the forms that must be filled out – among other contents. The app is available for  IOS  and  Android .

Find  the answer to some of the most frequently asked questions on the measures to counter the COVID-19 pandemic adopted by the Government .

Access the campaign’s videos (pt only):

. “ Não paramos, estamos ON #1 – Fique em Casa ” . “ Não paramos. Estamos ON#2 – Validade dos documentos prolongada até 30 de Junho ” . “ Não paramos. Estamos ON#3 – Site Covid19estamoson.gov.pt ” . “ Não paramos. Estamos ON#4 – Lojas de Cidadão Encerradas ”

More contentes on the  Agência para a Modernização Administrativa (AMA) ’s channel.

• Directorate-General for Health (DGS)’ Microsite / Ministry of Health (SNS): COVID-19

In this microsite dedicated to COVID-19 , the DGS/SNS provides answers to frequently asked questions, recommendations and a variety of relevant documentation; guides for health professionals and institutions; and updated information on the situation in Portugal and areas of the world affected by the disease.

The main recommendations of the DGS are also available in video on this  microsite , as well as on this authority’s  YouTube channel  and  Facebook page . Access the versions in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  Crioulo of Cabo Verde (cpp) ,  Nepalese (ne)  and  Romanian (ro) .

Access the videos "General Measures" of the DGS in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  English (en) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro) ,  Russian (ru)  and  Spanish (es)

• ePortugal Portal

The  ePortugal Portal  gathers information about the vast majority of public services in Portugal (eg. services related to the Citizen Card, social security, certificates, records, finances, among many others). Use the search on this portal to find the services you want, and check if they are available online or by phone.

• Website for School Support

At a time when Portuguese schools have had their classroom activities suspended, the Directorate-General for Education, in collaboration with the National Agency for Qualification and Vocational Education, built the site  apoioescolas.dge.mec.pt , with a set of resources to support schools in the use of distance learning methodologies that allow them to continue the teaching and learning processes.

The Education and Presidency Governance Area, responsible for Citizenship, Equality and Integration and Migration, also invite all schools to share through this  website , initiatives, strategies and solutions for children and youngsters.

Educational action for children and youngsters in vulnerable situations: proposals

The Education and Presidency Governance Area, which oversees Citizenship, Equality and Integration and Migration, presented a  set of action proposals , also inviting all schools to share through the site  apoioescolas.dge.mec.pt , initiatives, strategies and solutions for children and young peoples.

• MNE´s Emergency Line COVID-19 for Portuguese people temporarily traveling abroad

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MNE) created the  COVID-19 emergency line  to provide support to the Portuguese who are temporarily travelling abroad and need help to return to Portugal. This service is based on the e-mail  [email protected]  and on the telephone line (+351 217 929 755), available on working days, between 9 am and 5 pm. Outside these hours, this emergency line will be complemented by the activity of the  Consular Emergency Office (GEC) , open 24 hours a day.

• Diário da República Eletrónico  – COVID-19 Legislation

The  Diário da República  created a  page dedicated to legislation within the scope of COVID-19 . On this page, the set of measures, approved and published, directed to citizens, companies and public and private entities, related to the epidemiological infraction by COVID-19, is made available. A consultation can be carried out by thematic area or in chronological order of publication.

Some of the  legislation is translated into English .

Access  the Legal Translator of the  Diário da República Eletrónico .

• Government of Portugal’s official page

The  Government of Portugal´s official website  is an elementary source of public information and connection to other entities of the Portuguese State.

The XXI Constitutional Government is also present on social media:

. Twitter:  @govpt  (and in specific accounts for each of the governance areas) . Instagram:  @gov_pt . Facebook:  @govpt

• International Organization for Migration (IOM)

IOM produced  three documents for migrants about COVID19, available in several languages such as Portuguese (pt), English (en), Arabic (ar), Nepali (ne) and Russian (ro) :

I) general information on COVID19 II) information regarding the state of emergency in Portugal III) psychosocial well-being in a situation of isolation

Other languages  will be available soon .

.  Information leaflet on COVID-19 , available in more than 30 languages.

• World Health Organization (WHO)

.  WHO Helping children cope with stress during the 2019-nCoV outbreak .  WHO Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public: Healthy Parenting  [Available in 30+ languages at  www.covid19parenting.com ] .  UNICEF and IFRC: A guide to preventing and addressing social stigma .  UNICEF and IFRC: Risk education and community engagement .  UNICEF and IFRC: Key tips and discussion points for community workers .  UNICEF Tips for parenting during the coronavirus (COVID-19) .  UNICEF Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): What parents should know

• Mental Health & Psychosocial Support Network (MHPSS)

.  Briefing note on addressing mental health and psychosocial aspects of COVID-19

• MHPSS  and Communication with children and community

.  NASP Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus) A Parent Resource   .  Inter-Agency Risk Communication and Community Engagement Group (Asia-Pacific): How to include marginalised and vulnerable people in risk communication and community engagement

. Decree-Law No. 57-A/2022 , of August 26, Changes measures under the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Ordinance No. 217/2022 , of August 31, Proceed to the third amendment of the Ordinance No. 151-B/2022 , of 23 May, amended by Ordinances no. 169/2022 , of 4 July and 202/2022 , of August 3, establishing an exceptional and temporary regime for the reimbursement of rapid antigen tests (TRAg) for professional use

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 73-A/2022 , of August 26, Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 67-A/2022 , of July 29,  Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 47/2022 , of March 30, Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.41-C/2022 , of March 5 , Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Decree-Law No. 30-E/ 2022 , April 21, Establishes an exceptional and temporary measures, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.41-A/2022 , of april 21, Declares the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 41/2022 , of April 14, Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.34-A/2022 , of March 28, Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.29-F/2022 , of March 21, Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.29-C/2022 , of March 7, Extends the alert situation, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

.  Decree-Law No. 23-A/2022 , of February 18, Changes measures under the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Decree-Law No. 119-B/2021 , of December 22, Changes measures under the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.2-A/2022 , of November 27, Declares de situation of calamity, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Order No. 291-B/2022 , of January 7, Extends the validity of Order No. 11888-C/2021, of 30 November, which approves the lists of countries to which traffic rules apply air, airports and land, sea and river borders and establishes the requirements for the validity of vaccination or recovery certificates issued by other countries, under conditions of reciprocity

. Order No. 291-C/2022 , of January 7, Extends the validity of Order No. 11820-B/2021, of November 29, which defines the measures applicable to land borders during the duration the validity of special measures regarding testing

. Order No. 291-D/2022 , of November 30, Allows the boarding, disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed

. Order No.291-E/2022 , of January 7, Extends the validity of Order No. 11888-A/2021, of November 29, which defines the terms and requirements of the system for verifying the rules relating to air traffic, as well as the supervision of its operation

. Order No. 12870-C/2021 , of December 31, Determines the extension of the scope of Orders Nos. 3863-B/2020, of March 27, 10944/2020, of November 8, and 4473-A/2021, of April 30, which determine that the management of appointments is made in order to unequivocally guarantee the rights of all foreign citizens with processes pending in the Aliens and Borders Service, in the scope of the COVID-19 disease

. Decree-Law No. 119-A/2021 , of December 22 , Changes measures under the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Regional Regulatory Decree No. 16-A/2021/M , of December 21, Adapts the transitional regime of mandatory use of masks in public spaces in the Autonomous Region of Madeira

. Order No. 12354-B/2021 , of December 17, Amends Order n.º 11888-C/2021, of 30 November, lifting the suspension of air traffic to Mozambique, and determines the fulfillment of prophylactic isolation of passengers from some southern African countries

. Law No. 88/2021 , of December 15, Transitory regime of mandatory use of masks in public spaces

. Organic Law No. 4/2021 , of November 30, Extends, to 2022, the exceptional and temporary regime for the exercise of early voting rights for voters in mandatory confinement under the COVID disease pandemic- 19 and for voters residing in residential structures and similar structures, amending Organic Law No. 3/2020, of 11 November

. Order No. 11888-A/2021 , of November 30 , Defines the terms and requirements of the system for verifying air traffic regulations, as well as supervising its operation

. Order No. 11888-C/2021 , of November 30, Approves the lists of countries to which the rules on air traffic, airports, land, sea and river borders apply and establishes the requirements for validity of vaccination or recovery certificates issued by third countries under reciprocal conditions

. Order No. 11888-D/2021 , of November 30 , Allows the boarding, disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed

. Order No. 11820-B/2021 , of November 27, Defines the measures applicable at land borders during the duration of the special measures regarding testing

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.157/2021 , of November 27 , Declares de situation of calamity, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Decree-Law No. 78-A/2021 , of November 27, Changes measures under the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Order No. 10703-A/2021 , of October 30 , Approves the lists of countries to which the rules on air traffic, airports, land, sea and river borders apply and establishes the requirements for validity of vaccination or recovery certificates issued by third countries under reciprocal conditions

. Order No. 10703-B/2021 , of October 30 , Allows the boarding, disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 142-A/2021 , of 29 October , Changes the measures in the context of the alert situation

. Declaration of Rectification No. 33/2021 , of October 13, Rectifies the Decree-Law No. 78-A/2021 , of September 29, which changes the exceptional and temporary measures relating to the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Order No. 9573-B/2021 , of September 30, Allows the boarding, disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed

. Order No. 9241-A/2021 , of September 30, Approves the lists of countries to which the rules on air traffic, airports, land, sea and river borders apply and establishes the requirements for validity of vaccination or recovery certificates issued by third countries under reciprocal conditions

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 135-A/2021 , of September 29, Changes the measures in the context of the alert situation

. Decree-Law No. 78-A/2021 , of September 29, Changes the exceptional and temporary measures relating to the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Order No. 9241-A/2021 , of September 17, Approves the lists of countries and international sport competitions to which the rules on air traffic, airports, land, sea and river borders apply and establishes the requirements for validity of vaccination or recovery certificates issued by third countries under reciprocal conditions

. Order No. 8652-C/2021 , of August 31, Approves the list of countries and international sport competitions to which the rules on air traffic, airports, land and river borders apply

. Order No. 8652-B/2021 , of August 31, Extends the boarding permit, disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed

. Rectification Statement No. 28-A/2021 , of August 27, Rectifies the Resolution of Council of Ministers No. 114-A/2021 , of August 20, which declares the contingency situation in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 114-A/2021 , of August 20, Declares the contingency situation within the scope of the disease pandemic COVID-19 REVOKED

. Order No. 7930/2021 , of 12 August, Amendment to Dispatch no. 4879/2021, of 30 April, which creates the Support Unit to the Coordinator of the Task Force for the Elaboration of the «Vaccination Plan against COVID -19 in Portugal»

. Order No. 7746-C/2021 , of August 6, Extends the boarding , disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed

. Order No. 7577-A / 2021 , of 30 July, Define the indicators relating to risk assessment and monitoring of the COVID-19 pandemic according to which they may be applicable as measures provided for in articles 35 and 36 of the Resolution of the Council of Ministers n. º 101-A / 2021, of July 30

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.101-A/2021 , of June 30, Changes the measures applicable in situation of calamity, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Ordinance No. 164-A/2021 , of July 29, Makes the first amendment to Ordinance No. 138-B/2021 , of June 30, which establishes an exceptional and temporary regime for the reimbursement of Rapid Antigen Tests (TRAg) for professional use

. Order No. 7374-A/2021 , of July 23, Allows the reopening of gambling establishments, casinos, bingos or similar located in high risk and very high-risk municipalities

. Order No. 7374-D/2021 , of July 23, Allows the reopening of spas and thermal spas or similar establishments located in high and very high-risk municipalities

. Order No. 7374-F/2021 , of July 23, Extends the boarding, disembarkation and land licenses for passengers and crews of cruise ships in ports located in mainland national territory, with the exception of passengers whose origin or destination are countries to which only essential trips are allowed.

. Order No. 7374-G / 2021 , of July 23, Define the rules for inspection standards relating to air transport

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 96-A/2021 , of July 22, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Declaration of Rectification No. 24-A/2021 , of July 16, Rectifies the Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 92-A/2021, of July 15, that changes the measures applicable in the situation of calamity, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Decree-Law No. 60-A/2021 , of 15 July, Allows the availability of rapid antigen tests in the form of self-testing in supermarkets and hypermarkets

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 92-A/2021 , of July 15, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Decree-Law No. 56-C/2021 , of July 9, Changes the administrative offense regime in the context of calamity, contingency and alert

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 91-A/2021 , of July 9, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 86-A/2021 , of July 1, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Ordinance No. 138-B/2021 , of June 30, Establishes an exceptional and temporary regime for the reimbursement of rapid antigen tests (TRAg) for professional use

. Decree-Law No. 54-A/2021 , of June 25, Implements in the domestic legal order Regulation (EU) 2021/953 , concerning the EU COVID Digital Certificate

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 77-A/2021 , of June 24, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Declaration of Rectification No. 18-B/2021 , of June 18, Rectifies the Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 70-B/2021 , of June 4, that continues with the strategy for lifting lockdown measures, in the context of combatting the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 76-A/2021 , of June 17, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Decree-Law No. 53-A/2021 , of June 16, Changes certain measures in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Law No. 36-A/2021 , of June 14, Renews the transitory imposition of the mandatory use of masks in public spaces, extending the validity of Law No. 62-A/2020 , of 27 October

. Declaration of Rectification No. 18-A/2021 , of June 14, Rectifies the Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 74-A/2021 , of June 9, that changes the measures applicable in situation of calamity, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 74-A/2021 , of June 9, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 70-B/2021 , of June 4, Continues the strategy for lifting lockdown measures, in the context of combatting the COVID-19 disease pandemic

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No.70-A/2021 , of June 4, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 62-A/2021 , of May 28, Extends the situation of calamity and changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the situation of calamity

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 62-A/2021 , of May 21, Changes the measures applicable to certain municipalities, in the context of the of the situation of calamity

. Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 59-B/2021 , of May 14, Declares de situation of calamity, in the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

.  Order no. 4473-A / 2021 , of April 30,  Determines the expansion of the scope of the Orders No. 3863-B/2020, of March 27, and 10944/2020, of November 8, which determine that the management of attendances and appointments is done in such a way as to unequivocally guarantee the rights of all foreign citizens with pending proceedings in the Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service — SEF), in the framework of COVID-19.

.  Decree No. 7 / 2021 , of April 17,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Order No. 3838-B / 2021 , of April 15,  Defines the authorized land border crossing points

.  Order No. 3838-A / 2021 , of April 15,  Defines the applicable measures for air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Decree No. 6-A / 2021 , of April 15,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic No. 114-A / 2021 , of April 14,  Authorization to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 41-A / 2021 , of April 14,  Renews the state of emergency, based on the verification of a public calamity situation

.  Order No. 3516-A / 2021 , of April 3,  Determines the authorized crossing points at the land border

.  Decree No. 6 / 2021 , of April 3,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Order No. 3358 / 2021 , of March 28,  Defines the measures applicable to air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Decree No. 5 / 2021 , of March 28,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic no. 90-A / 2021 , of March 25,  Authorization to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 31-A/2021 , of March 25,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Decree No. 22-A / 2021 , of March 17,  Extends deadlines and establishes exceptional and temporary measures in the framework of COVID-19

.  Order no. 2807-B / 2021 , of March 15,  Determines the authorized crossing points at the land border

.  Order no. 2807-A / 2021 , of March 15,  Defines the measures applicable to air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers no. 19 / 2021 , of March 13,  Establishes a strategy for lifting containment measures

.  Decree no. 4/2021 , of March 13,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic no. 77-B / 2021 , of March 11,  Authorization to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 25-A/2021 , of March 11,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Order No. 2207-B / 2021 , of February 26,  Determines the authorized crossing points at the land border

.  Order No. 2207-A / 2021 , of February 26,  Defines the measures applicable to air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Decree no. 3-F / 2021 , of February 26,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic no. 69-A / 2021 , of February 25,  Authorization to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 21-A/2021 , of February 25,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Order n.º 1689-D/2021 , of February 12,  Determines the authorized crossing points at the land border

.  Order n.º 1689-C/2021,  of February 12,  Extends the measures applicable to air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Decree n.º3-E/2021 , of February 12,  Regulates the State of Emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic n.º 63-A/2021 , of February 11,  Authorization to renew the State of Emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic n.º 11-A/2021 , of February 11,  Renews the declaration of a State of Emergency, based on the verification of a public calamity situation

.  Order No. 124-E/2021,  of January 29,  Extends the measures applicable to air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Decree No. 3-D / 2021 , of January 29,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic No. 14-A / 2021 , of January 28,  Authorisation to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 9-A / 2021 , of January 28,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Order No. 1125-D /2021 , of January 27,  Suspension of flights to and from Brazil and to and from the United Kingdom

.  Decree No. 3-C / 2021 , of January 22,  Changes the regulation of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Decree No. 3-B / 2021 , of January 19,  Changes the regulation of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 3-A / 2021 , of January 14,  Regulates the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Order  No. 666-B / 2021 , of January 14,  Extends the measures applicable to air traffic to and from mainland Portugal

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic No. 1-B / 2021 , of January 13,  Modifies the declaration of the state of emergency and authorizes its renewal

.  Decree of the President of the Republic  No. 6-B / 2021 ,of January 13,  Renews the declaration of a state of emergency, based on the verification of a public calamity situation

.  Decree of the President of the Republic  No. 6-A / 2021 ,of January 6,  Renews the declaration of a state of emergency, based on the verification of a public calamity situation

.  Decree No. 11-A / 2020 , of December 21,  Regulates the extension of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Order No. 12344 / 2020 , of December 20,  Adopts measures to strengthen the control of the movement of passengers from the United Kingdom in order to prevent the spread of the new variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic No. 90-A / 2020 , of December 17,  Authorisation to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 66-A / 2020 , of December 17,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Order No. 12202-A / 2020 , of December 15,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Decree No. 11 / 2020 , of December 6,  Regulates the application of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic No. 89-A / 2020 , of December 4,  Authorisation to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 61-A / 2020 , of December 4,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Order No. 11836-B / 2020 , of November 30,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Decree No. 9/2020 , of November 21,  Regulates the application of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Resolution of the Assembly of the Republic No. 87-A / 2020 , of November 20,  Authorisation to renew the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 59-A / 2020 , of November 20,  Renews the declaration of the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Order No. 11231 / 2020 , of November 13,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 96-B / 2020 , of November 12,  Extends the declaration of the calamity situation, within the context of the COVID-19 disease pandemic

.  Order No. 10944 / 2020 , of November 8,  Expansion of the scope of Order No. 3863- B / 2020, published in  Diário da República  (Official Portuguese Republic Journal), Series 2, of March 27 of 2020 – which determines that the management of appointments and schedules shall be made in such a way as to unequivocally ensure the rights of all foreign citizens with pending cases before the Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service – SEF) in the framework of COVID 19

.  Decree No. 8 /2020 , of November 8,  Regulates the application of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic 

.  Resolution of the  Assembleia da República  (Assembly of the republic) No. 83-A /2020 , of November 6,  Authorization of the declaration of the state of emergency

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 51-U / 2020 , of November 6,  Declares the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Decree-Law No. 94-A / 2020 , of November 3,  Amends the exceptional and temporary measures related to the disease pandemic COVDI-19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 92-A / 2020 , of November 2,  Declares the situation of calamity, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 10715-F / 2020 , of October 30,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Decree-Law No. 62-A/2020 , of October 27,  Transitory imposition of mandatory use of mask in public spaces

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers no. 89-A / 2020 , of October 26,  Determines the limitation of movement between different municipalities in the continental territory in the period between 00:00 hours on October 30 and 06:00 hours on November 3 of 2020  (Consolidated)

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 88-B / 2020 , of October 22,  Defines special measures applicable to the municipalities of Felgueiras, Lousada and Paços de Ferreira in the context of the calamity situation

.  Decree-Law No. 87-A / 2020 , of October 15,  Amends the exceptional and temporary measures related to the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 88-A / 2020 , of September 14,  Declares the situation of calamity, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 9934-A/2020 , of October 14,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Order No. 9373-A/2020 , of September 30,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 70-A / 2020 , of September 11,  Declares the contingency situation, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 8777-C / 2020 , of September 11,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Order No. 8391-A / 2020 , of August 31,  Extension of the measures on air traffic to and from Portugal

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 68-A / 2020 , of August 28, Extends the declaration of the situation of contingency and alert, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 63-A / 2020 , of August 14,  Extends the declaration of the situation of contingency and alert, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 8001-A / 2020 , of August 14,  Extension of he meausures on air trafic to and from portugal

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 55-A / 2020 , of July 31,  Declares the situation of contingency and alert, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 7595-A / 2020 , of July 31,  Definition of meausures on air trafic to and from portugal

.  Order No. 7212-B / 2020 , of July 15,  Extension of the restrictive measures on air traffic to and from Portugal, with certain exceptions

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 53-A / 2020 , of June 14,  Declares the situation of calamity, contingency and alert, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 6756-C / 2020 , of June 30,  Extension of the restrictive measures on air traffic to and from Portugal, with certain exceptions

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 51-A / 2020 , of June 26,  Declares the situation of calamity, contingency and alert, in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Decree-Law No. 28-B / 2020 , of June 26,  Establishes the administrative offense framework within the context of the calamity, contingency and alert situation

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 45-B / 2020 , of June 22,  Defines special rules for the Lisbon Metropolitan Area in the context of the calamity situation declared by the Resolution of the Council of Ministers no. 40-A / 2020, May 29, in its current wording

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 43-B / 2020 , of June 12,  Extends the declaration of the situation of calamity in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 6251-A / 2020 , of June 12,  Extension of the ban on air traffic to and from Portugal for all flights to and from countries outside the European Union, with certain exceptions

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 43-A / 2020 , of June 12,  Extends the restitution, on an exceptional and temporary basis, of the documental control of people at the borders in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Declaration of Rectification No. 23-A / 2020 , of June 4,  Amends the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 40-A / 2020 , of May 29, that Extends the declaration of the situation of calamity in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19, published in the Diário da República No. 105 / 2020, Series I of May 29 of 2020

.  Decree-Law No. 24-A / 2020 , of May 29,  Amends the exceptional and temporary measures related to the COVID-19 disease pandemic

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 40-A / 2020 , of May 29,  Extends the declaration of the situation of calamity in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 38 / 2020 , of May 17,  Extends the declaration of the situation of calamity in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Decree-Law No. 22 / 2020 , of May 16,  Amends the exceptional and temporary measures related to the COVID-19 disease pandemic

.  Order No. 5503-C / 2020 , of May 13,  Extension of the interdiction on air traffic to and from Portugal for all flights to and from countries outside the European Union, with certain exceptions

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 34-A / 2020 , of May 13,  Extends the restitution, on an exceptional and temporary basis, of the documental control of people at the borders in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 33-C / 2020 ,  Establishes a strategy of lifting lockdown measures in the context of countering the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 33-B / 2020 , of April 30,  Restores, on an exceptional and temporary basis, an authorized crossing point at the land border

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 33-A / 2020,  of April 30,  Declares the situation of calamity in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 2-C / 2020 , of April 17,  Regulates the extension of the State of Emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Order No. 4698-C / 2020 , of April 17,  Extension of the interdiction on air traffic to and from Portugal for all flights to and from countries outside the European Union, with certain exceptions

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 22 / 2020 , of April 14,  Extends the restitution, on an exceptional and temporary basis, of the documental control of people at the borders in the context of the disease pandemic COVID-19

.  Order No. 2-B / 2020 , of April 2,  Regulates the extension of the State of Emergency decreed by the President of the Republic

.  Order No. 3863-B / 2020 , of March 27,  Under this order, the management of appointments and schedules shall be made in such a way as to unequivocally ensure the rights of all foreign citizens with pending cases before the  Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras  (the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service – SEF) in the framework of COVID 19

.  Normative Order No. 4 / 2020 , of March 25,  Determines the creation of a financial support line, aimed at meeting the financial needs of tourist micro-enterprises whose activity is being strongly affected by the economic consequences resulting from the outbreak of the disease COVID -19

.  Order No. 3659-A / 2020 , of March 24,  Determines procedures for border control by SEF

.  Order No. 3659-B / 2020 , of March 24,  Extension of suspension of flights to and from Italy

.  Decree No. 2-A / 2020 , of March 20,  Regulates the application of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic  (Consolidated)

.  Law No. 1-A / 2020 , of March 19,  Exceptional and temporary measures to respond to the epidemiological situation caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and the disease COVID-19 amended by  Law No. 4-A / 2020 , of 6 April,  Law No. 4-B / 2020 , 6 of April, and  Law No. 14 / 2020 , 9 of May.

.  Decree of the President of the Republic No. 14-A / 2020 , of March 18,  Declares the state of emergency, based on the verification of a situation of public calamity

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 10-B / 2020 , of March 16,  Restores, on an exceptional and temporary basis, the documental control of people at the borders in the context of the epidemiological situation caused by the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and the COVID-19 disease

.  Order No. 3301-C / 2020 , of March 15,  Adopts extraordinary, temporary and transitory measures, in terms of services for citizens and companies, including consular services outside the national territory, in the context of combating  the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus

.  Ordinance No. 71/2020 , of March 15,  Restrictions on access and use of commercial establishments, restaurants or drinking spaces

.  Declaration of Rectification  No. 11-A / 2020 , of March 15,  Rectification to Ordinance No. 71/2020, on Restrictions on access and use of commercial establishments, restaurants or drinking spaces

.  Ordinance No. 71-A / 2020 , of March 15,  Defines and regulates the terms and conditions for the granting of immediate  support, with extraordinary, temporary and transitory nature, intended for workers and employers affected by the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, in order  to maintain jobs and mitigate business crisis situations  (Consolidated)

.  Dispatch No. 3298-C / 2020 , of March 13,  Determines the interdiction of disembarkation and the licenses for shore leave of passengers and crew of cruise ships in national ports

.  Decree-Law No. 10-A / 2020 , of March 13,  Establishes exceptional and temporary measures regarding the epidemiological situation of the new Coronavirus  –  COVID 19

.  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 10-A / 2020 , of March 13,  Approves a set of measures related to the epidemiological situation of the new Coronavirus  –  COVID 19

.  Order No. 2875-A / 2020 , of March 3,  Adopts measures to safeguard the social protection of beneficiaries who are temporarily prevented from exercising their professional activity by order of the health authority, due to the risk of infection by COVID-19

Access  all legislation related to COVID-19 in electronic Diário da República .

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Alert Situation ( Until 30 September 2022)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XIII Government approved, on 26 July 2022, the resolution that extends the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23hh59 of 30 September 2022 , and introduced amendments to the measures to prevent and combat the pandemic disease COVID-19, in the Decree-Law No. 57-A/2022 of 26 August 2022 . The two diplomas have been in force since 27 August 2022.

Thus, the following measures are in force:

It is no longer mandatory the use of masks or visors in public transportation, including air transport and also taxis and TVDE, as well as in pharmacies and in places where this is determined in the rules of the Directorate-General for Health ( DGS ).

• The use of a mask is mandatory in health services, residential facilities, care facilities, or home care services for vulnerable populations or elderly people, as well as long-term care units;

The isolation period for covid-19 infection is five days.

Learn more at covid19estamoson .

Alert Situation (until 31 August 2022)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XIII Government approved, on 28 july 2022, the resolution that extends the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23h59 of 31 august 2022 , keeping unchanged the measures to prevent and combat the pandemic disease COVID-19.

Thus, the following measures remain in force:

• The isolation period for covid-19 infection is five days;
• The use of a mask is mandatory in public transportation, including air transport, taxis or TVDE;
• The rules on diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 are no longer in force, it is now provided that its implementation may be determined by the DGS ;
• It is no longer mandatory to fill in the passenger locator form (Passenger Locator Form) by passengers on flights to mainland Portugal or cruise ships when they dock in mainland Portugal;
• The presentation of the EU Covid Digital Certificate is no longer required, in any form, for access to residential structures and for visits to health care establishments, it is now provided that the DGS is responsible for determining the specific standards and guidelines for the protection of the most vulnerable populations;
• The presentation of proof of a negative result of a test for Sars-CoV-2 infection, of the EU Covid Digital Certificate , and of a vaccination or recovery certificate issued by other countries, is no longer required on flights to or from Portugal.

Alert Situation  (until 6 July 2022)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XIII Government approved, on 30 June 2022,  the resolution that extends the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23hh59 of 30 July  2022 , and introduced amendments to the measures to prevent and combat the pandemic disease COVID-19, in the  Decree-Law No. 42/2022 of 30 June 2022 . The two diplomas have been in force since 1 July 2022.

      Thus, the following measures are in force:

• The use of a mask is mandatory in health services, residential facilities, care facilities, or home care services for vulnerable populations or elderly people, as well as in long-term care units;
• The rules on diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 are no longer in force, it is now provided that its implementation may be determined by the  DGS ;
• The presentation of the  EU Covid Digital Certificate  is no longer required, in any form, for access to residential structures and for visits to health care establishments, it is now provided that the  DGS  is responsible for determining the specific standards and guidelines for the protection of the most vulnerable populations;
• The presentation of proof of a negative result of a test for Sars-CoV-2 infection, of the  EU Covid Digital Certificate , and of a vaccination or recovery certificate issued by other countries, is no longer required on flights to or from Portugal.

     Learn more at  covid19estamoson .

Alert Situation  (until 30 June 2022)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XIII Government approved, on 30 May 2022,  the resolution that extends the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23hh59 of 30 June 2022 , maintaining the same measures in force set by the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 41-A/2022, of 21 April 2022 . The diploma comes into force on 31 May.

Thus, the following measures remain unchanged:

• The presentation of the  EU Covid Digital Certificate  is no longer required, in any form, for access to residential structures and for visits to health care establishments, it is now provided that the  DGS  is responsible for determining the specific standards and guidelines for the protection of the most vulnerable populations.

Learn more at  covid19estamoson .

Alert Situation (until 31 May 2022)

Information updated on 5 May 2022 Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XIII Government approved, on 5 May 2022, the resolution that declares the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23h59 of 31 May 2022 , and introduced amendments to the measures to prevent and combat the pandemic disease COVID-19, in the Decree-Law of 21 April 2022 . The diploma have been in force since 6 May 2022.

• Given the positive evolution with regard to the epidemiological situation in Portugal, the Government has decided to review some of the restrictive measures still in force, namely:
• The presentation of the EU Covid Digital Certificate is no longer required, in any form, for access to residential structures and for visits to health care establishments, it is now provided that the DGS is responsible for determining the specific standards and guidelines for the protection of the most vulnerable populations.
• Nursing homes;
• Visits to patients in health care facilities;

The use of the mask in indoor spaces where it is currently required, such as public transports, public services, nursing homes, hospitals, supermarkets, educational establishments, day care centres, performance halls and events.

• Keep social distance;

Wash hands;

• Maintain respiratory etiquette.

Alert Situation  (until 18 April 2022)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XII Government approved, on 28 March 2022,  the resolution that extends the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23hh59 of 18 April 2022 , maintaining the same measures in force since 19 February 2022 through the  Resolution of the Council of Ministers , of 18 February 2022.

The presentation of a negative test, except for holders of a recovery certificate or a full vaccination certificate with a booster dose, for:

General rules:

Alert Situation  (until 7 March 2022)

Considering the positive evolution of the epidemiological situation caused by the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XXII Government approved, on 18 February 2022,  the resolution declaring the alert situation   throughout the continental national territory until 23h59 on 7 March 2022  — the situation of calamity ceased to apply — and the  decree-law amending the measures applicable in the context of the COVID-19  disease pandemic, determining the lifting of some of the restrictions that still exist. The two diplomas came into force on  19 February 2022.

Thus, and considering that the conditions to ease restrictions are met,  the following measures have been eliminated :

the containment of risk contacts;

the recommended telework;

the capacity limits in establishments, equipment and other places open to the public;

the requirement to present a  digital certificate , except for border control;

the requirement of a negative test result for access to major events, sports venues, bars and clubs.

On the other hand,  the following remains in force :

nursing homes;

visits to patients in health care facilities.

Keep social distance;

Maintain respiratory etiquette.

Situation of Calamity  (until 18 February 2022)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country, the XII Government approved, on 27 November 2021,  the resolution that declares the situation of calamity throughout the continental national territory starting at 00h00 on 1 December to 23h59 of 20 March 2022 , and defined a set of preventive measures aimed at containing the growth of the pandemic. On 6 January 2022, the Council of Ministers decided to review and change these measures.

Thus, according to the  Resolution approved by the Council of Ministers of 7 January 2022 , the new pandemic containment measures that come into effect at 00h00 on 10 January 2022 are:

• Bars and clubs can reopen on 14 January;
• Telework is mandatory throughout the national territory until 14 January (it will be recommended from that date);
• The restrictions regarding the capacity of spaces accessible to the public (maximum capacity of one person for every five square meters of area) are still in place, with the exception of service establishments;
• At schools:

. Classes restart on 10 January;

. End of class isolations after a positive case detection;

. Testing of teachers and non-teaching staff in the first two weeks, after returning to school.

Presentation of a  COVID Digital Certificate  is mandatory to access:

. Restaurants;

. Tourist establishments and local accommodation;

. Cultural events;

. Events with marked seats;

• Presentation of a negative test is mandatory in access to:

. Nursing homes;

. Visits to patients in health care facilities;

. Large events without assigned seats or in improvised venues and sports facilities;

. Sport venues (unless decided by the  DGS ).

• Prohibition of the consumption of alcoholic beverages on public roads, with the exception of open terraces;
• Special measures on testing for international flights are extended until 9 February 2022.
• Remember that, due to the new  DGS  guidelines, there are also changes in isolation:

. Isolation is now applied only to people with positive results and their cohabitants;

. People with a booster dose are exempt from isolation;

. Isolation is for 7 days.

General Rules:

. The use of mask is mandatory in public transports, elderly homes, hospitals, supermarkets, concert halls and events;

. Keep the social distancing;

. Wash your hands;

. Maintain the respiratory etiquette.

• Mandatory telework throughout the national mainland territory;
• Bars, drinking establishments without entertainment and establishments with a dance space will be closed;
• The allocation of spaces accessible to the public must follow indicative maximum occupation rules of 0.20 persons per square metre of area, with the exception of service establishments;
• The access to tourist or accommodation establishments depends on the presentation of the EU COVID Digital Certificate in the modalities of the test or recovery certificate, or on the presentation of proof of having performed a laboratory test with a negative result;
• Access to events (namely non-religious New Year's Eve parties or celebrations, family events, including weddings and baptisms, corporate events, cultural events or sports events) depends on the presentation of the EU COVID Digital Certificate in the modalities of the test or recovery certificate, or on the presentation of proof of a laboratory test with negative results, notwithstanding the definition by the health authorities (DGS) about the characteristics of the events where the presentation of those certificates or tests is dispensed.
• Limitation of gatherings of more than 10 people in public space and public roads, unless they all belong to the same cohabiting household;
• Access to restaurants and similar establishments and to establishments of games of chance, casinos, bingos or similar, depends on the presentation of an EU COVID Digital Certificate in the modalities of test or recovery certificate, the presentation of another proof of laboratory performance of a test with a negative result or the performance of a test with a negative result, under the terms to be defined by DGS and Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge (INSA);
• The same requirement is valid to guests of tourist establishments or local accommodation accessing celebrations held in these locations, when proof of a negative test result has been presented for more than 72 or 48 hours, depending on the type of test;
• The consumption of alcoholic beverages is forbidden in open-air spaces accessible to the public and on public roads, with the exception of open terraces in restaurants and similar establishments licensed for that purpose.
• The suspension of school and non-school activities in a face-to-face basis shall cover the period from 27 December 2021 to 9 January 2022;
• The application of the exceptional family support regime foreseen for the period from 2 to 9 January 2022 will also cover the period from 27 to 31 December 2021.
• The period for the exercise of rights attributed to the consumer, that ends between 25 December and 9 January or within 10 days after that period, shall be extended until 31 January 2022;
• Commercial practices with price reduction are prohibited in establishments, between 25 December 2021 and 9 January 2022.

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country, the XII Government approved, on 27 November 2021,  the resolution that declares the situation of calamity throughout the continental national territory starting at 00h00 on 1 December , and defined a  set of preventive measures aimed at containing the growth of the pandemic in the coming weeks . 

Thus, from 1 December, the following measures will be adopted for the entire national territory:

• Restaurants;
• Tourist establishments and local accommodation;
• Events with marked seats;

Presentation of a negative test is mandatory, even for vaccinated people, in access to:

• Large events without assigned seats or in improvised venues and sports facilities;
• Bars and clubs.

General recommendations:

• Regular testing;
• Recommended telework regime throughout the national territory, whenever the functions in question allow for it.

Mandatory use of mask in all indoor spaces and in all venues not accepted by the  DGS .

At borders:

• Mandatory presentation of a negative test for all flights arriving in Portugal;
• Increased penalties for airlines.

The following measures are adopted during the holiday season, which runs from 2 to 9 January:

• Telework regime is mandatory throughout the national territory;
• School starts again on 10 January;
• Closure of bars and clubs.

Type of test:

• PCR test, performed within 72 hours prior to presentation;
• Antigen test with laboratory report, performed within 48 hours prior to submission;
• Rapid antigen test, carried out within 24 hours prior to its presentation in the presence of a health professional or in a pharmaceutical area;
• Rapid antigen test, carried out at the moment, at the door of the establishment you want to attend, under verification by those responsible for those spaces.

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country and given the strategy for the gradual lifting of measures to combat the COVID-19 disease pandemic, the XII Government approved, on 29 October 2021,  the resolution that extends the alert situation throughout the continental national territory until 23h59 of 30 November 2021 , maintaining the same measures in force since 1 October 2021 through the  resolution of 29 September 2021 :

• End of opening hour limits;
• Public services without prior appointment;
• Allowed the opening of bars and clubs, upon presentation of a  COVID Digital Certificate ;
• End of  COVID Digital Certificate  requirement for access to restaurants, tourist establishments or local accommodation, bingos, casinos, group classes in gyms, spas and thermal spas;
• Authorized the operation of restaurants with unlimited number of people per table;
• End of capacity limits, namely for commerce, cultural shows, weddings and christenings;
• Allowed the practice of physical activity outdoors and in gyms throughout the continental national territory;
• Obligation to present the  COVID Digital Certificate  for travel by air or sea, visits to elderly homes and health establishments, major cultural, sporting or corporate events, bars and clubs;
• Public transport without capacity limits;
• The use of masks is mandatory in the use of public transport for passengers, including air transport, residential structures for the elderly, hospitals, theaters and events and large surfaces;
• Telework is no longer recommended;
• Testing in workplaces with more than 150 workers is no longer required;
• End of limitation on the sale and consumption of alcohol.
• The use of mask is mandatory in public transports, elderly homes, hospitals, supermarkets, concert halls and events;
• Keep the social distancing;
• Wash your hands;
• Maintain the respiratory etiquette.

Find  the answer to some of the most frequently asked questions about measures taken by the Government to combat the COVID-19 pandemic .

Contingency Situation (until 30 September 2021)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country, the XII Government approved, on 20 August 2021,  the resolution that declares the contingency situation throughout the continental national territory until 23h59 of 31 August 2021 , and advances to the second phase of the gradual lifting of restrictions plan.

Thus, and considering the evolution of the vaccination process,  the  second  phase of lifting of restrictions took effect on 20 August 2021:

• End of circulation restrictions on public roads;
• Telework is recommended throughout the national territory, when possible;
• Allowed the opening of most facilities, establishments and equipments, except clubs, dance or party halls or other similar venues or facilities, and of popular parades, festivals, folklore manifestations or others of any nature;
• Public services without prior appointment (only from 1 September);
• Allowed the  celebration  of weddings and baptisms with a capacity of 75%;
• Restaurants and similar establishments, or cultural and sports facilities, will operate according to the respective licensing schedule, until 01h00 for admission and 02h00 for closing (according to the rules determined by the  health authorities );
• Allowed the operation of bars and other beverage establishments and beverage establishments without shows, subject to the rules established for the restaurant sector and similar (according to the rules determined by the  health authorities );
• Authorized the operation of restaurants with a maximum of 8 people per table inside, and 15 people per table outside;
• Allowed the opening of retail establishments according to the respective licensing schedule;
• Allowed public access to sports events (according to the rules determined by the  health authorities );
• Allowed the operation of cultural events with a capacity of 75%;
• The presentation of a  COVID Digital Certificate , or a test with a negative result, is now applicable throughout the mainland national territory for the purpose of serving meals inside restaurant establishments on Fridays from 19h00, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;
• Opening of casinos, bingos and other gambling establishments, spas, thermal spas or tourist establishments or local accommodation, upon presentation of a  COVID Digital Certificate  or a test with a negative result;
• Allowed the practice of physical activity outdoors and in gyms throughout the continental national territory. Group classes are allowed upon presentation of a  COVID Digital Certificate  or a test with a negative result;
• The rules regarding sanitary and public health measures are maintained (including mandatory confinement, use of mask or visor, control of body temperature and testing), as well as measures applicable to air traffic, airports and land ,  sea and river  borders .

Learn about all  the stages of the progressive lifting of the restrictions and the related measures .

• Rapid antigen test, carried out within 24 hours prior to its presentation in the presence of a health professional or pharmaceutical area, which results in its realization and its result;
• Rapid antigen test, carried out at the moment, at the door of the establishment you want to attend, under verification by those responsible for these spaces.
• Keep circulation and travelling to a minimum;
• Wear a mask;

Situation of Calamity (until 20 August 2021)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country, the XII Government approved, on 29 July 2021,  the resolution that extends the situation of calamity throughout the continental national territory until 23h59 of 31 August 2021, and establishes a plan to gradually lift the restrictive measures .

Thus, and considering the evolution of the vaccination process,  the first phase of lifting of restrictions took effect on 1 August 2021 :

• Telework is no longer mandatory and is now recommended throughout the national territory, when possible;
• Reopening of most facilities, establishments and equipments, except clubs, dance or party halls or other similar venues or facilities, and of popular parades, festivals, folklore manifestations or others of any nature;
• Opening of bars and other beverage establishments and beverage establishments without shows, subject to the rules established for the restaurants sector and similar (according to the rules determined by the  health authorities );
• Authorized the operation of restaurants with a maximum of 6 people per table inside, and 10 people per table outside;
• Allowed the operation of cultural events with a capacity of 66%;
• The rules regarding sanitary and public health measures are maintained (including mandatory confinement, use of mask or visor, control of body temperature and testing), as well as measures applicable to air traffic, airports and land and sea borders and rivers.

The second and third phases of the Restrictive Measures Survey Plan will come into force when 70% or 85% of the population, respectively, is fully vaccinated.

Situation of Calamity (until 31 July 2021)

Considering the evolution of the epidemiological situation of the country, the XII Government approved, on 8 July 2021, until 23h59 of 25 July 2021,  the resolution that extends the  situation of calamity throughout the continental national territory ,   and changes  the measures applicable to certain municipalities through the resolution approved on 15 July, 2021.

Thus,  the majority of the country maintains the restrictive measures imposed presented on  14 June , with the exception of ninety municipalities [check below]:

• Telework is recommended, when possible;
• Cafés and restaurants are permitted to be open (limited to groups of 6 people inside and 10 people outside) until 01h00 with last admission at midnight;
• Commerce fully open on normal hours of service;
• Allowed the operation of public transport with a capacity of two thirds or at its entire capacity in transport that works exclusively with seating positions;
• Allowed the operation of cultural events until midnight;
• Allowed the operation of theaters with a capacity of 50% (outside theaters, only with marked seats and rules determined by health authorities);
• Sport training levels and modalities which are considered amateur only with marked seats and rules determined by health authorities;
• Allowed the operation of sport facilities at 33% of attendance capacity (Outside sport facilities, rules as determined by health authorities).

Measures applicable to municipalities with an incidence rate of more than 240 cases per 100 thousand inhabitants (or higher than 480, if considered municipalities of low density) namely the municipalities of  Albergaria-a-Velha, Albufeira, Alcochete, Almada, Amadora, Arruda dos Vinhos, Aveiro, Avis, Barreiro, Benavente, Cascais, Elvas, Faro, Ílhavo, Lagoa, Lagos, Lisboa, Loulé, Loures, Lourinhã, Mafra, Matosinhos, Mira, Moita, Montijo, Nazaré, Odivelas, Oeiras, Olhão, Oliveira do Bairro, Palmela, Peniche, Portimão, Porto, Santo Tirso, São Brás de Alportel, Seixal, Sesimbra, Setúbal, Silves, Sines, Sintra, Sobral de Monte Agraço, Vagos, Vila Franca de Xira, Vila Nova de Gaia and Viseu :

• Circulation on public roads is limited between 23h00 and 05h00;
• Telework is mandatory, when possible;
• Cafés and restaurants are permitted to be open (limited to groups of 4 people inside and 6 people outside) until 22h30. On Fridays from 19h00 and on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays throughout the day, access to restaurants for indoor dining is only allowed for holders of a digital certificate or negative test;
• Cultural events allowed until 22h30;
• Weddings and baptisms permitted at 25% capacity;
• Commerce open until 21h00 during weekdays, and until 19h00 on weekends and holydays (Food Retail);
• Commerce open until 21h00 during weekdays, and until 15h30 on weekends and holydays (Non-Food Retail);
• Medium-risk sport activities are authorized;
• Outdoor physical activity is allowed for up to 6 people and gyms without group classes;
• Allowed the holding of events abroad with reduced capacity, to be defined by health authorities;
• Citizen Shops with face-to-face service by appointment.

Measures applicable to municipalities with an incidence rate of more than 120 cases per 100 thousand inhabitants (or higher than 240, if considered municipalities of low density) namely the municipalities of Alcobaça, Alenquer, Arouca, Arraiolos, Azambuja, Barcelos, Batalha, Bombarral, Braga, Cantanhede, Cartaxo, Castro Marim, Chaves, Coimbra, Constância, Espinho, Figueira da Foz, Gondomar, Guimarães, Leiria, Lousada, Maia, Monchique, Montemor-o-Novo, Óbidos, Paredes, Paredes de Coura, Pedrógão Grande, Porto de Mós, Póvoa de Varzim, Rio Maior, Salvaterra de Magos, Santarém, Santiago do Cacém, Tavira, Torres Vedras, Trancoso, Trofa, Valongo, Viana do Alentejo, Vila do Bispo, Vila Nova de Famalicão and Vila Real de Sto. António:

• Cafés and restaurants are permitted to be open (limited to groups of 6 people inside and 10 people outside) until 22h30. On Fridays from 19h00 and on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays throughout the day, access to restaurants for indoor dining is only allowed for holders of a digital certificate or negative test;
• Allowed the operation of cultural events until 22h30;
• Weddings and baptisms permitted at 50% capacity;
• Commerce open until 21h00;
• Allowed the practice of all sports, without public;
• Allowed to practice physical activity outdoors and in gyms;
• Allowed the holding of outdoor events with reduced capacity, to be defined by health authorities;

In addition to these restriction measures,  the Council of Ministers determined the requirement of a digital certificate or negative test for access to tourist establishments and local accommodation, applicable throughout the continental territory.

State of Emergency (until april 30 of 2021)

On 6 November 2020, the President of the Republic declared the  State of Emergency  "based on the confirmation of a public calamity situation".

Following the government's strategy for  the gradual and phased lifting of the imposed restrictive measures , and taking into account the assessment of the epidemiological criteria for defining the control of the pandemic,  the XXII Constitutional Government decided to proceed as expected in most of the country, except in the municipalities where the risk of transmission is considered high . The following measures  were put in to force, effective as of 00:00 on 19 April 2021 :

• Resumption of activities in all stores and shopping centres;
• Resumption of restaurant activities and similar establishments for the purpose of serving meals with a limit of up to four people per table inside the premises or up to six people per table on terraces and outdoor seating, until 22:30 on weekdays and 13:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;
• The opening of citizen stores (Lojas de Cidadão) with face-to-face service allowed;
• Medium-risk sports are authorized;
• The opening of cinemas, theatres, auditoriums, concert halls is allowed;
• Outdoor physical activity is permitted for up to six people;
• Outdoor events are allowed with a reduced capacity of 5 people per 100 m²;
• Weddings and baptisms of up to 25% capacity are allowed.

Municipalities with an incidence rate of more than 120 cases per 100 thousand inhabitants  will remain in  the second phase of the deconfinement plan , namely the municipalities of  Alandroal, Albufeira, Carregal do Sal, Figueira da Foz, Marinha Grande and Penela . The measures that remain in force are:

• The opening of stores with an area of ​​up to 200 m² with a door to the street is allowed;
• The operation of fairs and non-food markets is allowed (by municipal decision);
• The use of terraces and outdoor seating is allowed (with a maximum of 4 people per table) until 22:30 on weekdays and until 13:00 on weekends;
• Low risk sport activities are authorized;
• Outdoor physical activity is allowed for up to 4 people;
• Resumption of the operation of gyms without group classes;
• Functioning of social facilities in the ​​disability domain is allowed;
• Resumption of in-person secondary and higher education.

In the municipalities of Moura, Odemira, Portimão and Rio Maior, which have an incidence rate of more than 240 cases per 100 thousand inhabitants, the following measures are applied:

• Closure of terraces and outdoor seating;
• Closure of stores with an area of ​​up to 200 m² with a door to the street;
• Closure of gyms;
• Closure of museums, monuments, palaces, art galleries and similar facilities;
• Fairs and non-food markets are not allowed;
• Low-risk sports are not allowed;
• Commerce through at the door services is allowed;
• Auto trade and real estate mediation is allowed;
• Use of hairdressing salons, manicures and similar are permitted by prior appointment;
• Book and music media stores are allowed to function;
• The use of public spaces such as parks, gardens, green and leisure areas is allowed;
• Libraries and archives are allowed to function;

Learn more about the  Deconfinement Plan: Dates and General Rules .

Find the answer  to some of the most frequently asked questions about the government's measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic .

In addition to these,  the other measures and rules remain in force  with the necessary adaptations:

• Resumption of in-person teaching activities for pre-school education for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd cycles of basic, secondary and higher education  in public, private and cooperative education establishments and in the social and solidarity sectors. In the respective age groups, the in-person activities to support family, for curriculum enrichment, as well as activities provided in extracurricular and study centers and similar facilities are allowed;
• General civic duty to stay at home, except for a set of authorized circumstances, namely: purchase of essential goods and services, execution of professional activities when teleworking is not feasible, attendance to school, compliance with parental responsibility sharing, among others;
• Mandatory confinement for people with COVID-19 or under active surveillance;
• Mandatory adoption of the teleworking regime, whenever the work in question allows, teleworking for essential service workers is not mandatory;
• For  pre-school education and for the 1st cycle of basic education , educational and teaching activities are permitted, in person, in public, private, cooperative, social and solidarity education establishments. In these age groups, activities are possible, in person, in support of the family, curriculum enrichment, as well as activities provided in leisure centres, study centres and similar;
• The activity of establishments of non-essential goods is permitted, exclusively, for the purpose of home delivery or the provision of goods at the door of the establishment, or through the collection of purchased products (order and collect);
• Food services and similar operations are permitted, for home delivery or take-away;
• Meetings and consumption of food are forbidden in the vicinity of restaurants and coffee shops;
• The sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in retail establishments, including supermarkets and hypermarkets and in take-aways, from 20:00 to 6:00;
• Non-food retail and service delivery activities in establishments that are working, close at 21:00 on weekdays and at 13:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays and food retail activities close at 21:00 on weekdays and at 19:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;
• By prior appointment, the operation of services provided by hairdressing salons, barbers, beauty institutes and similar establishments is allowed. As well the operation of book sales, music establishments, libraries and archives, automobiles and bicycles sales and, also, real estate mediation services;
• Attending parks, gardens, green and leisure spaces, garden benches and similar areas are allowed, without preventing the Mayors competencies in these matters;
• Suspension of judicial deadlines;
• Closure of “Lojas de Cidadão”, maintaining face-to-face service by previous appointment. The provision of these services through digital means is maintained;
• Vehicle technical inspection centres may only operate by appointment;
• A declaration by the employer is required for those who travel on public roads for work reasons;
• Companies with more than 250 workers, have to send a list of indispensable staff members to work in person to the ACT (Labour Conditions Authority);
• Physical and sporting activity is allowed, so long as the specific guidelines of the DGS are respected;
• Closure of senior universities;
• Promotional sales, campaigns and clearances are forbidden;
• Police control is reinforced to avoid gatherings, especially in public areas and in the vicinity of schools;
• Suspension of retail trade and provision of services in establishments open to the public, with the exception of authorized establishments;
• Operation of public services on a face-to-face basis, by appointment, with the provision of services through digital media and contact centres to be maintained and enhanced;
• Celebrations and other events, with the exception of religious ceremonies, are forbidden;
• The possibility for health care establishments of the National Health Service to be able, exceptionally, to hire in resolute terms, up to the limit of one year, of graduatesof foreign higher education institutions in the field of medicine and in the field of nursing, provided that certain requirements are met;
• The control of people at the land and river borders is maintained until 23:59 on 15 April 2021. All Authorized Crossing Points and the schedules established in the previous period are also maintained.

General Rules :

• Stay at home;
• Limit your social contacts to your household;
• Stay 2 meters apart from anyone;
• Cover coughs and sneezes.

Administrative offense regime, within the scope of the situation of calamity, contingency, aggravates the infractions :

• Failure to comply with telework is considered a very serious offense;
• The failure to have a COVID-19 test on arrival at the airport is subject to an offense punishable with a fine of € 300.00 to € 800.00;
• Fines are doubled during the State of Emergency.

Check COVID19 measures with the renewal of the State of Emergency.

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Situation of Calamity (until November 8 of 2020)

The XXII Constitutional Government approved, on October of 2020, the  resolution that declares the Situation of Calamity throughout the continental national territory  from 00:00 hours of October 15 of 2020 and until 23:59 hours of October 31 of 2020.

On October 22 of 2020, the XXII Constitutional Government  has determined the limitation of movement between different municipalities in the continental territory  between 00:00 hours of October 30 of 2020 and until 06:00 hours of November 3 of 2020.

On this date, it was also approved the  Resolution that defines the special measures applicable to the municipalities of Felgueiras, Lousada and Paços de Ferreira  within the scope of the situation of calamity and which took effect from 00:00 hours of October 23 of 2020. 

On October 31 of 2020, the XXII Constitutional Government approved the  resolution that renews the situation of calamity throughout the entire continental national territory ,  from 00:00 hours of November 4 of 2020 to 23:59 hours of November 19 of 2020 , and which, in view of the epidemiological situation in Portugal,  extended to other municipalities the special measures  that had been established for the municipalities of Felgueiras, Lousada and Paços de Ferreira,  introducing some additional changes .

Main measures for the 121 municipalities with a high level of risk 

. The duty to stay at home, except for the set of previously authorized travels; . All commercial establishments must close at 22:00 hours, with the exception of take away, pharmacies, medical offices and clinics, funeral homes, gas stations and rent-a-car. . All restaurants must close at 22:30. Maximum group size of 6 people, unless they belong to the same household. . Prohibition of celebrations and other events involving more than five people, unless they belong to the same household; . Prohibition of markets and fairs. . Religious ceremonies and shows are allowed according to the rules of the Portuguese Directorate-General of Health; . The obligation to adopt telework regime, regardless of the contractual relationship, whenever the functions in question allow for it, and unless the worker is unable. In the impossibility of telework regime, in-office mandatory staggered hours schemes must be applied.

In addition to these, the municipalities with a high level of risk must also observe the national measures with appropriate adaptations. 

National measures

The rule of 5:

. Social distance; . Washing hands frequently; . Mandatory use of a face mask; . Breathing etiquette; . Stayaway Covid app.

. Mandatory confinement for patients and persons under active surveillance; . Events and celebrations limited to five people, unless those present belong to the same household; . Religious ceremonies according to the rules of the Portuguese Directorate-General of Health; . Restriction of the maximum capacity in commercial establishments of 0,05 people per 2 square meters; . Closing hours of commercial establishments at 22:00 hours; . Restaurants: must close at 22:30 hours; maximum occupancy capacity limited to 50%; groups limited to 6 people or 4 people in establishments within proximity of 300 meters of schools and in the food courts of shopping centers; mandatory reservations; . Prohibition of selling alcoholic beverages at service stations and, after 20:00 hours, at any store; . Prohibition of the consumption of alcoholic beverages on public roads. . Maximum capacity of 2/3 of passengers in passenger vehicles with a capacity for more than five people, except in cases where all occupants are part of the same household.

Contingency Situation (until October 14 of 2020)

Following the epidemiological situation of COVID-19, the XXII Constitutional Government approved, on September 10 of 2020,  the resolution that declares the situation of contingency throughout the continental national territory . This new declaration was in effect from 00:00 hours of September 15 of 2020 and until 23:59 hours ofn September 30 of 2020.

This declaration  was renewed  on September 24 of 2020, taking effect from 00:00 hours on October 1 of 2020 and until 23:59 hours on October 14 of 2020, and maintaining the same measures in force.

Measures for the continental national territory

. Gatherings limited to 10 people; . Commercial establishments can only open from 10:00 am (with exceptions); . Closing hours of establishments can be between 8 pm and 11 pm, subject to municipal decision; . Shopping centre food court  areas will have a maximum limit of 4 people per group; . Prohibition on selling alcoholic beverages at service stations and, after 8 pm, in all establishments (except with meals); . Prohibition of consumption of alcoholic beverages on public roads; . Return to in person classes, between 14 and 17 September;      - Upgrading the functioning of schools to the new health-orientated reality;      - Individual contingency plans in all schools;      - Distribution of personal protective equipment (PPE); . Plans of action in the case of suspected, positive cases or outbreaks; . Limitation of four people per group in cafes and pastry shops within proximity (300m) of schools; . Creation of district emergency brigades to contain and stabilize outbreaks in nursing homes; . Sporting venues will remain without spectators.

Specific measures for Lisbon and Porto Metropolitan Areas

. Teams organized to work in mirror:      - Planned rotations between telework and in the office work; . Mandatory time lags:      - Offset arrival and departure times;      - Offset time for breaks and meals; . Reduction on commuting.

General Measures

. Mandatory confinement for patients and persons under active surveillance. . The rules regarding physical distance (mask, capacity, schedules and hygiene) are maintained.

Calamity, Contingency and / or Alert Situation (until September 30 of 2020)

Following the epidemiological situation of COVID-19, the XXII Constitutional Government approved, on June 25 of 2020, the  resolution that continues the process of Lifting Lockdown  started on April 30, declaring, according to the territory, the situation of alert, contigency and calamity from 00:00 hours on July 1 and until 23:59 hours of July 14 of 2020.

This statement, which includes COVID-19 Mitigation Measures, was  renewed on July 14 of 2020 , taking effect from 00:00 hours on July 15 of 2020 and until 23:59 hours of July 31 of 2020.

On July 30 of 2020, the  Council of Ministers approved the continuation of the lifting lockdown  maintaining the alert situation throughout the country with the exception of the Lisbon and Tagus Valley region, including the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, which passes to contingency situation. This  new declaration  was in effect from 00:00 hours on August 1, 2020 and until 23:59 hours on August 14, 2020.

On August 14 of 2020, the  Council of Ministers  approved the resolution that extends the declaration of  C ontingency in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area and Alert in the rest of country. This  declaration  was in effect from 00:00 hours on August 15 of 2020 and until 23:59 hours on August 31 of 2020.

On August 27 of 2020, the  Council of Ministers  approved the resolution that extends the declaration of Contingency in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area and Alert in the rest of country. This  declaration  was in effect from 00:00 hours on September 1 of 2020 and until 23:59 hours on September 14 of 2020.

The Contingency Situation applies to the Lisbon Metropolitan Area.

Additional measures :

- The opening hours of retail and service establishments can now be adapted by the mayor of the municipality with territorial authority, subject to a favorable opinion from the local health authority and policy;

. Closing of commercial establishments at 20:00 hours, except: - Food establishments for meal and take-away service; - Super and hypermarkets (until 22:00 hours); - Fuel supply; - Clinics, doctor’s offices and veterinarians; - Pharmacies; - Funeral Services; - Sports equipment establishments; - Rent-a-car and rent-a-cargo; - Establishment inside Lisbon airport.

. Selling alcohol in all establishments after 20:00 hours is prohibited. . Gatherings limited to 10 people. . Mandatory containment surveillance by joint teams: Civil Protection, Social Security and Community Health; .  Bairros Saudáveis  Programme . . Bars and clubs can reopen as cafes or pastries (until 20:00 hours).

The Alert Situation is declared throughout the continental national territory, with the exception of the Lisbon Metropolitan Area

. Retail and service establishments may open before 10:00 hours.

. Mandatory confinement for patients and persons under active surveillance. . The rules regarding physical distance (mask, capacity, schedules and hygiene) are maintained. . Gatherings limited to 20 persons. . Prohibition of alcohol consumption on public streets. . Bars and clubs can reopen as cafes or pastries (until 01:00 hours, public access for new admissions until 24:00 hours). . Fines (in case of violation of the rules in force): - € 100.00 to € 500.00 (singular persons). - € 1,000.00 to € 5,000.00 (legal persons).

Get  more information about these and other measures .

Access the  Information Table of the COVID-19 Mitigation Measures  also available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  e  Russian (ru) .]

State of Calamity (until June 30 of 2020)

In the context of the COVID-19 epidemiological situation, the XXII Government declared  State of Calamity  throughout national territory until May 17 of 2020 at 23:59 hours. The present declaration took effect on 00:00 hours of May 3 of 2020, and has been extended and modified three times:

.  on May 17 of 2020 , until May 31 of 2020 at 23:59 hours; .  on May 29 of 2020 , until June 14 of 2020 at 23:59 hours; .  on June 12 of 2020 , until June 30 of 2020 at 23:59 hours.

The State of Calamity replaced the previous State of Emergency, which was in effect until May 2 of 2020, and defines the measures adopted deemed indispensable for the control of the COVID-19 pandemic.

General measures during the State of Calamity include, among others, the following:

. Mandatory confinement of people sick with COVID-19 or in active surveillance; . Civic duty to stay home; [revoked on June 1 of 2020;] . All gatherings with over 20 people are prohibited, unless they belong to the same household;  . Mandatory use of face masks or visors in public transportation (staff and users), in public services, in schools (staff, teachers and students) and in stores and supermarkets and other services open to the public. The mandatory use of a face mask or a visor is only applicable to citizens over 10 years of age and can be dispensed based on a medical certificate that attests that the person's clinical condition makes it impossible to use. . Maximum capacity of 2/3 of passengers and mandatory use of a face mask or a visor by occupants in passenger vehicles with a capacity for more than five people, except in cases where all occupants are part of the same household [from June 15 of 2020];

Additionally, other recommendations remain, such as: 

. Hand hygiene and breathing etiquette; . Physical distance of 2 meters.

On 22 June, 2020, the XXII Constitutional Government  defined new special rules for Lisbon Metropolitan Area , which came into force at 00:00 on 23 June, 2020, namely:

The State of Calamity coincided with the approval of a  strategy for lifting the lockdown measures (Plan for Lifting Lockdown) in the context of the combat of the COVID-19 pandemic , in a progressive and gradual manner, beginning on May 4 of 2020. 

Find out more about the  general measures  and the  timeline  of the Plan for Lifting Lockdown:

Access the  Information Table of the Plan for Lifting Lockdown  also available in  Arabic (ar) ,  Bangla (bn) ,  French (fr) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepalese (ne) ,  Portuguese (pt) ,  Romanian (ro)  e  Russian (ru) .

National State of Emergency (until May 2 of 2020)

On March 18, 2020, the President of the Republic declared the  State of Emergency , “based on the confirmation of a public calamity situation”. The State of Emergency covers the entire national territory and lasts for 15 days.

The first period started at 00:00 hours on March 19 of 2020 and ended at 23:59 hour on April 2 of 2020.

The National State of Emergency was renewed for two periods, “based on the verification of a continuing of a public calamity situation”. First, on April 2 of 2020, for another 15 days, until April 17 of 2020,  as proposed by the President of the Republic  and  approved by the Parliament . And then, on April 19 of 2020, for another 15 days, until May 2 of 2020, by the same means as the previous ones.

In this sequence, the XXII Government drafted three decrees that regulated the application of the state of emergency decreed by the President of the Republic:

.  Decree No. 2-A / 2020 , of 20 March,  which covered the entire national territory and entered into force from 00:00 hours on March 22 of 2020.

.  Order No. 2-B / 2020 , of 2 April, which regulated the first extension and entered into force from 00:00 hours on April 2 of 2020.

.  Order No. 2-C / 2020 , of 17 April, which regulated the second extension and entered into force from 00:00 hours on April 18 of 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the operation of Public Services , also available in  English (en) ,  Hindi (hi) ,  Mandarin (zh) ,  Nepali (ne)  and  Russian (ru)  [update in progress].

MAI information leaflet: rules to be followed during the state of emergency

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MAI) released an  information leaflet – “State of Emergency | Understand to comply | #stayathome”  [also available in  Portuguese (pt) ] – with the rules to be followed during the state of emergency, in order to prevent the advance of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Leaflet on Services and Contacts of ACM, I.P.

SOS UKRAINE https://www.acm.gov.pt/-/sos-ucrania [email protected]

Face-to-face service available without previous appointment The use of a mask or visor is mandatory You can still opt for the telephone service, through the Migrant Support Line, app My CNAIM or by e-mail

Migrant Support Line

From 5 March 2022: Monday to Friday, between 9 am and 8 pm, and on Saturday, between 9 am and 5 pm

808 257 257 (landline)

21 810 61 91 (mobile and abroad)  

National Support Centres for the Integration of Migrants (CNAIM)

CNAIM Norte Face-to-face service available without previous appointment The use of a mask or visor is mandatory Av. de França, 316 Edifício Capitólio 4050-276 Porto

Tel: 22 207 38 10 Fax : 22 207 38 17 E-mail :  [email protected] From Monday to Friday, between 8 am and 5 pm

CNAIM Lisboa Face-to-face service available without previous appointment The use of a mask or visor is mandatory Rua Álvaro Coutinho, 14 1150-025 Lisboa

Fax: 21 810 61 17 E-mail :  [email protected] From Monday to Friday, between 8 am and 5 pm

CNAIM Beja Face-to-face service available without previous appointment The use of a mask or visor is mandatory Edifício Administrativo do Parque de Feiras e Exposições Manuel de Castro e Brito Av. Salgueiro Maia, s/n 7800-552 Beja

Tel: 808 257 257 | 21 810 61 91 (Migrant Support Line) E-mail :  [email protected] From Monday to Friday, between 9:00 am and 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm and 5:30 pm

CNAIM Algarve Face-to-face service available without previous appointment The use of a mask or visor is mandatory Loja do Cidadão Mercado Municipal, 1.º Piso Largo Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 8000-151 Faro

Tel: 808 257 257 | 21 810 61 91 (Migrant Support Line) E-mail :  [email protected] From Monday to Friday, between 8:30 am and 5 pm

PO ISE: [email protected]

FAMI: [email protected]

COVID-19 vaccination: online platform for registration of foreign citizens without a SNS (National Health Service) user number

Information cards on COVID-19 vaccination:

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If you have a SNS (National Health Service) user number, please self-schedule your appointment

If you need support with registration and/or self-scheduling, or if you are facing constraints in the process, you can contact us by e-mail: [email protected]

More information about the COVID-19 vaccination

Lockdown Easing Plan: Schedule and Rules

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Doctors of the World Portugal ' Guide on COVID-19:

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IOM’s information leaflet  on COVID-19, in more than 30 languages.

IOM's three documents about COVID-19 for migrants, in several languages.

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That means it is able to set different coronavirus laws for tourists, which, since February, has allowed Madeira to welcome holidaymakers who are not fully vaccinated without the need to present a coronavirus test. That's a contrast to Portugal's mainland, which requires arrivals to either be fully vaccinated or show a negative covid test.

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Be warned though, if you do go to Madeira, you won't be able to do much while you're there unless you can present a vaccination or negative test certificate. The island, which has an airport serving its capital city, Funchal, has a Covid pass system in place for visiting restaurants, bars, nightclubs and cultural events.

There are weekly Jet2 flights throughout the year from Newcastle International Airport to Funchal. Edinburgh and Manchester Airports also offer direct links.

Madeira Covid travel requirements from the UK

Essentially, there are no coronavirus restrictions on passengers heading to Madeira. There is no requirement to be vaccinated or present a negative Covid-19 test when arriving at Funchal Airport, or through any of the island's ports.

"There are no restrictions on the entry of travellers at the airports, ports and marinas of the Autonomous Region of Madeira," says the Madeira islands' official site .

Tourists are advised, but not required, to fill in a passenger locator form when entering Madeira

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO)'s page on Madeira states: "It is recommended that you complete a passenger locator form before you travel to Madeira and Porto Santo. If you’re travelling with children aged 11 and under, include their details in your form. There are no other requirements for entry to Madeira and Porto Santo."

Madeira Covid restrictions

While you can get into Madeira unvaccinated and without a negative covid test, the rules for socialising and travelling around the island require visitors aged over five years and older to use a Covid pass to enter restaurants, bars, cafes and other venues.

The FCO says: "Measures in place include the requirement to show you are fully or partially vaccinated or have recovered from Covid-19 on entry to retirement and nursing homes, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, gyms, cultural, social, sporting and recreational events.

"If you are unvaccinated, you will have to show a negative antigen test, which must be renewed weekly."

So if you are unvaccinated - or taking young children aged over five anywhere - then pay for a lateral flow test that can be used for travel purposes. A negative result is good for a week.

British tourists can use their NHS Covid pass to prove their vaccination, recovery or testing status.

Head here for a list of test providers in Madeira.

Usual exemptions apply, but anyone who is exempt must be prepared to prove it. A letter from your doctor will help.

Masks in Madeira

In Madeira, masks must be worn inside and enclosed areas by everyone over six, unless they are exempt. Face coverings are also required outdoors where social distancing is not possible.

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The new measures are in force until 15 December.

The Madeiran executive justifies the need for these measures due to “the increase in the number of cases of Covid-19 in the region” and admissions to the Funchal Central Hospital, including intensive care, in addition to the number of deaths associated with the disease.

"This resolution [No. 108/2021] takes effect at 00:00 hours on November 20, 2021, remaining in force until 23:59 hours on December 15, 2021".

Most of the measures were announced by the president of the Executive of Madeira (PSD/CDS), namely, the mandatory use of masks "for all those over 6 years of age for access, circulation or staying in closed spaces and open spaces whenever the physical distance recommended by the health authorities proves impractical”, as well as the “presentation of weekly antigen tests and vaccination certificates”.

The Regional Government also announced the mandatory submission of the two proofs (vaccine and test) in several public and private spaces, but a deadline for adaptation was granted, which will only apply from 27 November.

This deferment covers access to gyms, gambling establishments, cinemas, night spots, bars and clubs, restaurants, cultural events, similar social activities, hairdressers and sporting activities.

They will also be required “in post-religious or civil celebrations, namely, but not excluding, wedding parties, baptisms, first communions, confirmations, finalist parties and family gatherings”.

Only one of these proofs will be required for entry into supermarkets, grocery stores, supermarkets, pharmacies, clinics, doctors' offices, dentists, veterinarians, medical services or other health and social support services, oxygen and medical gas services at home and postal services (CTT).

This list also includes public service services, including parish councils, finance services, social security, city councils and citizen's shop, churches and other places of worship, fuel stations, as well as for the use of public transport and for the practice of urgent acts related to justice services.

Children under 12 years of age “will not be required” to present these documents.

Also excluded are “people who, for health reasons, cannot be vaccinated, upon presentation of a formal medical statement” or who have a medical document certifying that they have recovered from the illness, issued in the last 90 days.

Commercial and industrial activities "operate without any restrictions in terms of capacity and opening hours, provided that the health rules issued by the competent health authorities are respected".

Public sector workers, including corporate public sector workers, and private sector workers must undergo antigen testing weekly and carry proof of vaccination or a European Union Covid Digital Certificate.

Antigen tests can be carried out in pharmacies, laboratories, clinics and posts that adhere to the mass testing campaign of the Regional Government, “without any charges for the participants, on a weekly basis”.

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Portugal entry requirements: Latest travel rules explained including Covid vaccinations, tests and face masks

The popular holiday destination has dropped most restrictions on entering public places, although masks are still mandatory in busy indoor settings.

Travel restrictions to Portugal are some of the most lenient in Europe, with unvaccinated visitors allowed to enter with just an antigen test or proof of recent infection.

While fully-vaccinated arrivals now face no entry barriers besides a mandatory passenger locator form.

The popular holiday destination also no longer requires proof of vaccination or a recent test result to enter public places, although masks are still mandatory in busy indoor settings.

The autonomous regions of the Azores and Madeira have also eased entry rules, with the later dropping all entry requirements except for an online form.

Here’s all you need to know on the latest Covid rules for Portugal.

Do I need to be vaccinated to holiday in Portugal?

No. If you are not fully vaccinated you can enter with proof of a negative PCR test (taken no more than 72 hours before entry) or rapid lateral flow test (taken no more than 24 hours before entry). The test must be carried out by a trained healthcare professional. Self-administered tests are not accepted.

Do I need a booster dose to be considered fully vaccinated?

Yes. If more than 270 days have passed since your second jab you will need a booster. The booster must have been taken at least 14 days before arrival.

Can I use proof of recent infection to enter Portugal?

Yes. If you have recently tested positive for Covid you can enter mainland Portugal with your UK Covid Pass to prove a recent infection. You must have tested positive no less than 11 days and no more than 180 days before you travel. You will not need to take a test.

Do I need to test to travel to Portugal?

No. Fully-vaccinated or recently recovered travellers do not need to test to enter.

Can unvaccinated children enter Portugal?

Yes. Children aged 11 and under are exempt from all vaccination requirements. Unvaccinated children aged 12 and over must test or show proof of recent infection to enter.

Do I need a pass to enter restaurants and other public places?

No. Most restrictive measures have been lifted.

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Are face masks mandatory in Portugal?

Yes. You must wear a face mask in enclosed spaces. For example, in cafes and restaurants you must keep your mask on until seated.

Do I need to fill out any forms to travel to Portugal?

Yes. You must complete this  form for mainland Portugal .

What are the rules for Madeira and Porto Santo?

There are no requirements to enter Madeira and Porto Santo except completion of this form before you travel. If travelling with children aged 11 and under, include their details in your form.

What are the rules for the Azores?

The rules for the Azores are the same as for mainland Portugal, except that children aged 12 and under (rather than 11 and under) are exempt from testing and vaccine requirements. Travellers must also complete a separate Azores arrival form .

Do I need to test to return to the UK?

No. The UK dropped all of its remaining Covid-19 travel restrictions on 18 March .

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Fans of the picturesque island of Madeira will be pleased to learn that it will re-open to international visitors from 1 July, along with its neighbour in the archipelago, Porto Santo. They had closed back in March to help curb the spread of COVID-19.

Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal off the northwest coast of Africa . As well as the main Madeira island, which is 57km long and 22km wide, its sister island, Porto Santo, measures just 14km by 8km, and the Desertas and Selvagens islands are uninhabited. So far the region has registered 90 cases of COVID-19, no community contamination and no deaths. To ensure the situation stays controlled, visitors travelling to the islands will have to either present a negative test done within 72 hours prior to departure or be tested upon arrival.

“The government will pay for all costs of the tests upon arrival to the destination to prevent any extra costs for travellers," says Eduardo Jesus, regional secretary of tourism and culture. "This measure ensures all visitors that not only the locals are virus free, but all those who enter will be scanned, thus promoting a highly secure and reassuring environment. The testing process is being prepared by the Regional Health Authority, with the collaboration of ANA – Airports of Portugal, and strives for the highest speed with least inconvenience for travellers."

Warmed year-round by the Atlantic sun, Madeira is known as the 'Pearl of the Atlantic' and is loved for its lush botanical gardens, wine tasting and, of course, the exhilarating toboggan rides in a wicker basket from Monte to Funchal . It is also an outdoor nirvana that attracts hikers, with its black sand beaches, towering rock walls, gushing streams and irrigation channels. The main reason to make the journey to Porto Santo is that it boasts one of Europe’s finest golden-sand beaches.

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Sara Pedro is sat at a beach-side restaurant with friends. It is her first time dining out in three months.

She is in Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal , having left her home city of Lisbon’s strict coronavirus restrictions to take advantage of the more relaxed atmosphere on the Atlantic island and its “green corridor” for visitors who can show either a vaccination certificate or proof they have recently recovered from the virus.

“I came to Madeira because in continental Portugal we are under absolute lockdown, so there was a certain fatigue about it,” she says.

Sara, who has recovered from Covid-19, entered Madeira without having to take a PCR test, as would typically be required. Instead, she presented a medical certificate proving she has been in contact with the virus.

The island has a 7pm curfew, but in its capital of Funchal the esplanades are full of people having coffee in the sun as customers go in and out of the shops. It’s in stark contrast with the empty streets and closed shopfronts across mainland Portugal, which is still under tough restrictions imposed on 15 January to tackle what was then the world’s worst coronavirus surge.

“Obviously, border closures are necessary for extreme situations, but I think it’s time to bet on safe tourism. Why can’t this be done in other European countries?” Sara asks, as a waiter arrives with drinks.

Located off the coast of Morocco and more than 800km from mainland Portugal, Madeira is one of the few places in Europe accepting tourists – and since 18 February it has been operating a green corridor for tourists who have recovered from Covid-19 in the previous 90 days or who have been fully vaccinated against it, in a foretaste of what may be a future of vaccine passports for EU travel.

Vaccinated travellers must present an immunisation certificate in English, validated in their home country, that includes their name, date of birth, type of vaccine, and the date (or dates) it was administered. Tourists must also respect the activation period set out in the vaccine’s summary of product characteristics.

Eduardo Jesus, the regional secretary for tourism, said: “We felt the need to take this decision because we are looking at the reality, which is that the markets are sizzling in terms of the wish to travel.” He added: “Everyone has the right to travel, so our biggest goal is to make people’s lives easier.”

The regional government does not yet have the number of vaccinated tourists who have entered the island under the green-corridor rules. But authorities have high expectations for the “vaccine passport”, hoping it will be a prime selling point to attract British tourists, who make up 27% of visitors, when the UK allows travel again.

“There is a great interest from the UK’s population to visit Madeira … and if the 17 May opening happens, we will have a summer that will allow us to recover from all this,” Jesus said.

Paulo Prada, the director of the Pestana Hotel Group, said many of his UK clients had told him they are just waiting for their second shot of the vaccine and the lifting of restrictions to be able to return to Madeira.

He said: “We depend a lot on the British market. We know it will be the first to resume travelling. We are waiting for the UK to follow its end-of-lockdown plan so British people can start arriving gradually.”

“I think this measure is an absolute advantage for British tourists that want to come to Madeira because most of them will already be vaccinated by May and can arrive with tranquility,” he added.

Of the 13 hotels owned by the Pestana group in Madeira, only one of them is open – at 10% capacity – yet Prada still maintains that the situation is better than it is in mainland Portugal where the group’s Porto and Lisbon hotels are closed. At the half-empty breakfast deck overlooking the ocean, most guests are Portuguese, but Prada said the clients were younger than usual and some were from countries such as Poland and the Czech Republic, “which is also an opportunity”.

Margarita and Kristoff, from Poland, were first-time visitors to Madeira. “We chose Madeira because it was the only destination that was available,” Kristoff explained as he took photographs of his wife against the lush green and blue background of Madeira’s coastline.

“It’s a beautiful island, and we have enough of everything. There is no problem at all [with the restrictions],” he said.

Eduardo Jesus said he hoped that “whatever the EU decides” over travel and vaccinations, this summer would not be too different from what Madeira is already doing.

He said: “We expect that until July … August, there will be a comfortable percentage of people vaccinated around Europe, which is a market that feeds us, touristically speaking.

“We have to create the conditions that allow everyone to travel. And we have the duty to find the way to welcome them in the most comfortable way.”

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Four years after her high school graduation ceremony was scrapped because of pandemic restrictions, a University of Southern California senior is “in tears” at the school’s decision this week to cancel its “main stage” graduation following out-of-control anti-Israel protests on campus. 

“If you would have told me 10 years ago that I would graduate high school and not have a graduation, get into USC, go all four years at USC and not have a graduation, I would have been like, what? Like, that doesn’t make sense,” USC senior Gracie Flynn said in a Thursday TikTok captioned “just so upsetting and disappointing.”

“We as a whole senior class have never had a real graduation because of COVID first, which we thought was like a one-time thing,” Flynn laments in the video , which has amassed over 2.6 million views so far.  

“Now all my roommates are depressed and we [are] all just literally sitting in the living room, like, in tears,” the gloomy grad continues.

On Wednesday, police arrested nearly 100 student demonstrators at USC during tense protests opposing Israel’s war in Gaza following Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on the Jewish state.

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While Flynn acknowledges that “a lot has been going on” with “protests and everything” on the elite California school’s campus recently, “I just feel like there could’ve been a different way to go about this than to cancel the graduation for a class that never even got a high school graduation either,” she bemoans in the two-and-a-half-minute-long clip.

In a message to the school community on Thursday, USC blamed the cancellation of the 65,000-person graduation ceremony at Alumni Park on May 10 to newly implemented safety measures, which they said wouldn’t allow guests to be processed in a timely manner. 

“We understand that this is disappointing; however, we are adding many new activities and celebrations to make this commencement academically meaningful, memorable, and uniquely USC,” school leaders said in the announcement.

The university’s latest pomp-and-circumstance controversy also comes after it called off a speech by valedictorian Asna Tabassum earlier this month due to “security” concerns linked to accusations that she spewed “anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist rhetoric” on social media.

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Biden blames Trump for Florida’s 6-week abortion ban, says women nationwide face health crisis

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday blamed Donald Trump for Florida’s upcoming abortion ban and other restrictions across the country that have imperiled access to care for pregnant women, arguing Trump has created a “healthcare crisis for women all over this country.”

Biden’s campaign events at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa placed the president in the epicenter of the latest battle over abortion restrictions. The state’s six-week abortion ban is poised to go into effect May 1 at the same time that Florida voters are gearing up for a ballot measure that would enshrine abortion rights in the state’s constitution. Biden said that millions of women are facing “pain and cruelty.”

“But it’s not inevitable. We can stop it. When you vote, we can stop it,” he said.

The president is seeking to capitalize on the unceasing momentum against abortion restrictions nationwide to not only buoy his reelection bid in battleground states he won in 2020, but also to go on the offensive against Trump in states that the presumptive Republican nominee won four years ago. One of those states is Florida, where Biden lost to Trump by 3.3 percentage points.

On Tuesday, he chronicled increasing medical concerns for women in the two years since the Supreme Court ended federal abortion protections.

“There was one person who was responsible for this nightmare,” Biden said. “And he’s acknowledged it and he brags about it — Donald Trump.”

Biden said Trump, who has publicly waffled on his abortion views, and of late has said abortion is a matter for states to decide, is concerned voters will now hold him accountable.

“Folks, the bad news for Trump is that we are going to hold him accountable,” Biden said.

At the same time, advocates on the ground say support for abortion access cuts across parties. They’re intent on making the issue as nonpartisan as possible as they work to scrounge up at least 60% support from voters for the ballot initiative.

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That could mean in some cases, Florida voters would split their tickets, backing GOP candidates while supporting the abortion measure.

“I think that normal people are aware that a candidate campaign is really different than a ballot initiative,” said Lauren Brenzel, campaign director for Floridians Protecting Freedom, which gathered signatures to put the abortion question before voters. “You can vote for your preferred candidate of any political party and still not agree with them on every single issue.”

Brenzel continued, “This gives voters an opportunity to have their message heard on one policy platform.”

On the same day the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the ballot measure could go before voters, it also upheld the state’s 15-week abortion ban. That subsequently cleared the way for the new ban on the procedure after six weeks of pregnancy, which is often before women know they are pregnant, to go into effect next week.

Organizers of the abortion ballot measure say they collected nearly 1.5 million signatures to put the issue before voters, although the state stopped counting at just under a million. Roughly 891,500 signatures were required. Of the total number of signatures, about 35% were from either registered Republican voters or those not affiliated with a party, organizers said.

State Rep. Anna Eskamani, a Democrat, said if the abortion ballot initiative becomes branded as a partisan effort, “it just makes it more challenging to reach 60%.” Eskamani, who worked at Planned Parenthood before running for political office, said she is encouraging the Biden administration to focus broadly on the impact of a six-week ban and let the ballot measure speak for itself.

“At the end of the day, the ballot initiative is going to be a multimillion-dollar campaign that stands very strongly on its own,” Eskamani said.

Trump’s campaign did not respond to a question on whether the former president, a Florida voter, would oppose or support the ballot measure. In an NBC interview last September, Trump called Florida’s six-week ban “terrible.” But he has repeatedly highlighted the three conservative-leaning justices he chose for the high court who cleared the way to overturn Roe vs. Wade.

Republicans were dismissive of the Biden campaign and the broader Democratic Party’s efforts to use abortion as a political cudgel, arguing that other issues will matter more with voters in November.

“Biden must have forgotten that thousands of Americans have fled from extremist Democrat policies to prosperous and pro-life states like Florida,” said Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley.

Still, Trump and other Republicans are aware that voter backlash against increasing restrictions could be a serious liability this fall.

Abortion-rights supporters have won every time the issue has been put before voters, including in solidly conservative states such as Kansas, Kentucky and Ohio. Last month, a Democrat in a suburban state House district in Alabama flipped the seat from Republican control by campaigning on abortion rights, weeks after in vitro fertilization services had been paused in the state.

Nikki Fried, the chairwoman of the state Democratic Party, said Florida will be a competitive state on the presidential level “because of the extremism that has come out of Florida.” No Democrat has won the state on the presidential level since 2012, but state party officials have found some glimmers of political change in vastly smaller races, such as the open Jacksonville mayor’s race last May that saw a Democrat win in what was once a solidly Republican city.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican, said at a news conference before the visit that the abortion amendment was written in a way to deliberately mislead voters, an argument that the state Supreme Court disagreed with when it approved the ballot language.

“All I can tell you is Floridians are not buying what Joe Biden is selling and in November we’re going to play an instrumental role in sending him back to Delaware where he belongs,” he said.

Associated Press writers Brendan Farrington in Tallahassee and Colleen Long in Washington contributed to this report.

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• The mandatory use of a protective mask remains, as a rule, for everyone, from the age of six, in open or closed spaces, whenever the recommended physical distance is not possible.

Due to falling case number of COVID-19, the destination of Madeira has relaxed some of its restrictions:

Trips from UK and other countries to Madeira and Porto Santo or inter-island trips

• There are no restrictions for travellers and testing is not required, but all should register on madeirasafe.com prior to arrival.

Use of face masks

Access to restaurants, bars and similar, clubs, gyms, and sports, cultural, social or recreational activities 

• Those who have started or completed the vaccination programme or possess a Recovery Certificate will be asked to present it 
• Those who do not have an initial vaccination program or a Recovery Certificate – From the age of 5 years onwards, should present a COVID-19 test, with a negative result, carried out in the last seven days, at their own expense.

Patients with COVID-19

• Mandatory confinement for a period of five days, at your home or in the hotel establishment where you are staying, at your own expense, returning to the community on the 6th day. If you do not show symptoms, there is no need to carry out a COVID-19 test. 
• It is recommended to visitors and the population to continue to use of the web app, to contribute to monitoring the pandemic in the region, in collaboration with the health authorities. It is also a tool for obtaining declarations and certificates related to the Covid-19 disease.

Tests 

• Testing for returning to the country of origin is at the visitors’ own expenses.
• Testing is only advised if there are symptoms, including high temperature (=/+38ºC), vaccinated or not. In these cases, testing is free of charge.

Complementary measures to prevent COVID-19 

• There is an appeal addressed everyone that the health regulations are maintained, namely, the social distance of 1.5 meters, hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette.

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Entry Requirements can vary greatly during the Covid-19 pandemic. We do our best to update these as new information is released, but please confirm travel eligibility with Government issued information here .

Entry Requirements for Travelers to Portugal

Depending on your country of origin, you may need a passport, visa or simply your national ID card to enter Portugal.

Traveling with a Passport 

EU citizens within the Schengen area are able to enter the country simply by exhibiting their ID card – which is mandatory when flying, for example, but may not always be asked for when entering via land. Passports are of course valid as well, while no visa or return ticket is required.

International travelers (outside EU) must provide a valid passport with at least six months’ validity, as well as proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay. A return ticket is recommended but not compulsory.

Traveling with a Visa

European citizens do not need a visa to enter Portugal, however should their stay be longer than 90 days they will need to apply for a residence permit.

Citizens of non-EU countries mentioned in the table above do not need a visa for a stay of up to 90 days in any 180 day window if they are traveling with the purpose of visiting friends or family, for business reasons, or to attend cultural and sports events. If the purpose of travel is different, it is recommended to check with the respective embassies or consulates in order to obtain correct information.

Nationals of countries not mentioned above may be able to visit Portugal and other Schengen countries for up to 90 days. More detailed entry requirements can be checked here when planning your trip.

Traveling During the COVID-19 Pandemic

As the Coronavirus pandemic evolves, so do entry requirements for Portugal. The local government has implemented a series of public health measures to protect citizens and visitors alike.

A digital certificate with full vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test is no longer required to enter Portugal! You can travel to Portugal without a test or proof of vaccination.

Covid-19 Rules in Portugal

Most COVID-19 restrictions in Portugal have been lifted. For mainland Portugal and the Azores, you ONLY need to wear a mask in public transport, taxis as well as when visiting nursing homes and health facilities. You do not need to wear a mask in restaurants, bars, shopping malls, etc. 

In Madeira, the mask rules are slightly different. The use of a mask is mandatory for people over the age of 6 in the following scenarios:

• Health facilities and services, including pharmacies;
• In public transport, taxis and similar passenger transport;
• Platforms and covered access areas to public transport, including airports and maritime terminals;
• In confirmed cases of COVID-19, in all circumstances, whenever the person is out of the location of isolation, until the 10th day after the onset of symptoms or a positive test result.

According to an update by DGS on July 7 to norm 004/2020 , here are the full Covid-19 isolation updates:

• People with asymptomatic infection or mild illness: 5 days
• People with asymptomatic infection or mild illness, hospitalize or in an elderly residence: 7 days
• People with moderate illness: 10 days
• People with serious illness: 20 days or 10 days with a negative rapid antigen test
• People with serious immunosuppression: case by case basis decided by medical professionals

It is also no longer necessary to quarantine after being in contact with someone with COVID. You do not need to provide an EU Covid Digital Certificate when entering a restaurant, club, or bar, meaning you no longer need a vaccine or test to enter these locations.

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, we advise you to always check with your embassy or consulate for advice on your trip. You will also find useful information here . SEF (Portuguese entity for borders control) also has up-to-date information we recommend checking before traveling, as well as this official European website.

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Can you please update travel by air requirements? These are outdated

We have updated the travel requirements, thank you!

Hi Lara I’m hoping to travel from Scotland to Faro 26th March 22 but I’ve just noticed my passport expires 25th April 22 does this mean I can’t travel? Regards Helen

Unfortunately on the Scottish government’s website it says you need at least 6 months on your passport to travel to an EU country. https://www.mygov.scot/travelling-to-europe

But I am pretty sure you can get a passport fast tracked in one week which means you could still make it, check here https://www.gov.uk/get-a-passport-urgently

Wishing you luck!

Hi Lara ,. Good evening I am from Pakistan .I want to know that what is the process of visa for Pakistan. And when registration start for WYD2023 lisbon

Hi Yasir, I recommend contacting an immigration lawyer in Portugal to help you out.

Are Indian nationals living in USA on work visa allowed to travel to Portugal with a Schengen visa? I have tried contacting the embassy here in US but did not get a response and not able to find this information anywhere.

It is my understanding that you can travel to Portugal with a Schengen visa. We recommend trying to contact the Portuguese embassy again so that everything is in order. Check out this list of Portuguese embassies in the US https://www.portugal.com/travel/portuguese-embassies-and-consulates-in-the-usa-uk-and-canada/

To travel to the Azores, I need to complete a Questionnaire. When I click on the link, I see the requirements but cannot find a link to a questionnaire? Where is the questionnaire link?

Hi Patrick! After clicking the link, you must select your airline at the bottom of the page and that will take you to the questionnaire after you fill in your flight information. Let me know if this works for you.

Can a person with dual nationality UK and Australian (holder of both passports) travel to Portugal?

In regard to COVID rules, travel from both the UK and Australia are allowed so if you are coming from those countries (or the list of accepted countries) you can travel to Portugal. If you are not asking about COVID restrictions, but rather visa rules, take a look at this article. https://www.portugal.com/travel/guide-to-portuguese-visas-types-of-portugal-visas/

If my vaccine is over the 270 days but i have had my booster am i classed as fully vaccinated?

I recommend checking the government’s official guidelines here https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

Comng from USA to Portugal for visit June 18 to July 2, 2022. Passport expires Dec 10 2022. Have over 5 months after departure from Portugal, I believe I’m ok, correct??

Hi Jose! I believe so but contact your airline to be sure.

Hi lara I have completed my Vaccination 2 doses of Sinopharm from Pakistan and i have its QR code certificate also. I am planning to travel Portugal from Dubai but i can’t find my country Pakistan in given vaccination country list. What does it mean. Can’t I travel to Portugal using my vaccination certificate?

Hi Farfhan, I recommend contacting your airline.

Hi, I am due to enter Portugal by sea, early April, on a cruise ship, and can see that the rules are the same as for by air, however, the Passenger Locator Form does not seem really fit for the purpose by sea, as the questions ie flight number, seat number, where (hotel etc) are you staying are not fully applicable. Yes I can input the ship name, my cabin number, and my port of call, but it mentions that all questions are mandatory. Can you please advise what information I am required to complete in each field?

I recommend contacting your local Portuguese embassy as I cannot find the answer to your question. Sorry about that!

Lara If you have a Canadian passport but enter Portugal from South Africa via Frankfurt will they be alliwed in Portugal ?

Hi Annamie! I would recommend contacting a Portuguese embassy wherever you are located or your airline. For Portuguese embassies in Canada go here https://www.portugal.com/travel/portuguese-embassies-and-consulates-in-the-usa-uk-and-canada/

if I have a Croatia visa can I travel to Portugal

I would suggest contacting an embassy. However, since Croatia is not yet part of Schengen, Croatian visas do not give you the right to enter a Schengen country.

Hi Lara, great that you are replying to each and everyone. Do you have an updated version of those coming from Australia to Portugal? My sister lives in Melbourne and wishes to come and finally visit us in the Algarve, but we both cannot find a satisfactory and official answer. Muito obrigada!

Thank you! My understanding is that you can only travel from Australia to Portugal for “essential travel” right now, such as “to allow the entry into Portugal of citizens traveling for professional, study and family reunion purposes, and for health or humanitarian reasons”. Australia is not on the list of allowed essential travel. You can always check the government’s updates here:

https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

We are entering Portugal via air on 4/8. We are fully vaccinated & boosted (and have our card). Do we still need COVID test to enter? If so, 48 or 72 hours before entering?

Check the travel requirements here https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

We are traveling to Madeira from 13-20 April. My daughter’s passport expires in June. We are EU citizens/ Ireland passport holders. I understand passport validity requirements for EU citizens is up until return date. Does this apply to Madeira? Will we have any problems passing through customs/airport or with airline staff with her passport? Thank you.

Hi Francis! Since Madeira is fully integrated into the EU as an autonomous region of Portugal, the same rules apply. You are unlikely to have problems but maybe contact your airline if you are unsure.

We are from Singapore and planning to travel by land (bus) from Santiago De Compostela to Lisbon in May. May I know if also subject to ““essential travel” only? Please advise.

Technically, since you are coming from Spain, you are allowed in and no border control exists by land. This is still a loophole so I would recommend contacting the Portuguese authorities here so you are 100% sure you are in the clear https://eportugal.gov.pt/en/cidadaos-europeus-viajar-viver-e-fazer-negocios-em-portugal/viajar-para-portugal

Also, “it is mandatory to present the EU COVID Digital Certificate. Citizens who are not holders of the Digital Covid EU certificate in vaccination, test, or recovery modalities, will have to present proof of a negative RT-PCR test (TAAN), performed in the last 72 hours, or rapid antigen test (TRAg), performed in the last 24h.”

Hey I’m Traveling to Portugal from Armenia, do you know about covid restriction? do I need valid vaccine certification for 6 months? I want to enter to Portugal on May 1st and come bake to Armenia on May6, My vaccination 6 month will expire on May 12. Is it ok?

First, make sure you are going for “essential” travel as Armenia is not on the non-essential travel list. “Essential travel is defined as trips allowing the transit, entry into and departure from Portugal for professional purposes, study, family reunions, health and humanitarian reasons and under the reciprocity principle”.

About your vaccine, all should be good if your vaccine expires on May 12. However, make sure that you have your full vaccine schedule and all the doses completed. I recommend contacting the airline to make sure all is in order. You can also check out the official government website about COVID-19 restrictions here https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

Hi, I’m travelling to mainland Portugal on 14th May ‘22 returning 21st May. My passport is 10 years old on 05/09/22 and expires on 05/02/23, I believe this is within the rules allowing me to travel? Regards Matt

So your passport will be 10 years old before you travel to Portugal? The passport needs to be less than 10 years old on the day you enter. The expiry date is fine, but the date of issue could be a problem. Contact your airline to clarify the issue.

Hi Lara, my passport won’t be 10 years old until 3 months after I return home from Portugal.

I return home 21 May 22, my passport is 10 years old on 5 September 22, I think this makes it ok?

Thanks Matt

My bad! Yes, then it should be fine. Safe travels 🙂

Thanks Lara

I am flying to Portugal from the Uk 22nd May, return on 25th May. I have a Spanish passport that expires 11th June. I cannot renew it as the Spanish consulate is on strike. Can I travel with it without 3 months validity as it is EU passport even though I’m travelling from UK?

I would not advise traveling without a valid passport. Even though they are on strike, you should call the Spanish embassy in the UK and ask whether they would consider issuing an emergency passport.

Thanks Lara. It will be valid for 2 weeks after I return. I know for EU citizens the rules are different and the passport juts has to be valid for the length of stay, as opposed to 3 months for UK citizens. The question really was which rules apply to me as I travelling from the UK. The Spanish embassy are only dealing with emergencies for Spaniards in the UK. Thank you for the response ☺️

Hi Jessica!

I would contact your airline as I am not sure. Sorry for not being able to help out more!

I am a Zambian national who lives in Cambodia, for 7 seven years now, working with UN. i want to travel to Portugal on 12 April to visit my daughter for 16 days only. I am fully vaccinated, with AstraZeneca 2 doses, Pfizer, 3rd dose. Am I allowed to enter Portugal?

Hi Florence! Check out this link to the official government travel restrictions https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

If I just have a layover (in transit) in Portugal for a few hours, does my passport need to be valid for 6 months?

And the vaccination certificate from the USA is valid correct?

Hi Victoria,

I recommend contacting your airline. In theory, this should not be an issue, but if something happens and you need to leave the airport this could be a problem. A USA vaccination certificate is valid, yes.

I am sorry to ask this but it is a bit confusing and we really need to know. We are traveling from the USA, USA citizens, and going to Portugal. We are both vaccinated with a booster. Do we need to get a PCR or antigen test before we leave the USA? I have read that if vaccinated with a booster we do not need a test. Will Portugal accept our vaccination card from the USA? Thanks, Jim

If you have all your vaccines, you do not need to take a test. And yes, your US vaccination card is accepted. Check out this official link for this information https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

I have the same question. The USA is not listed as a third country on that website.

The information on this is unclear so I would recommend contacting your airline.

I am a US citizen traveling from the US to Senegal for 5 days and then had plans to travel from Senegal to Portugal but am now concerned I will not be allowed entry because I am coming from Senegal. Is it only those with Senegalese passports who are not allowed entry or anyone traveling from Senegal. I am fully vaccinated and have a US vaccination card.

Hi! Senegal is not on the unessential travel list so you could be denied entry. If it’s for essential travel, you should be fine (i.e. to allow the entry into Portugal of citizens traveling for professional, study and family reunion purposes, and for health or humanitarian reasons). I recommend contacting your airline. Check out the official website https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

Its good to know that you reply to everyone’s query !!! My question is : I have Portuguese PR card that allows me to travel to all EU countries but i have Pakistani Passport. Will i be allowed to enter Lisbon as i will be coming from Pakistan to Spain for 4 days then Lisbon for 2 days ??

Thank you! I advise you check the COVID travel restrictions before you travel. Currently, Pakistan is not on the non-essential travel list, but you should always check at the time of travel. Regarding your permanent residency status, you should contact the embassy.

My husband and I are traveling to Portugal from the US but will change planes in Munich. I’ve filled out a passenger locator form with information for the first leg of the trip but not the second, which actually gets us from Munich to Lisboa and there does not seem to be an option for that. So I’ve probably provided the wrong information. What now?

Hi Barbara,

I suggest contacting your airline with this question.

Hello Lara, My aunt and nephew, both Indian nationals are going to Edinburgh for a golf tournament after which they would like to visit us. Can they travel to Portugal? Thanks Pam

I do not see why not since they are traveling from the UK. However, it is mandatory to present: Mandatory to present: – A valid vaccination EU Digital COVID Certificate (with a complete vaccination schedule or with a complete vaccination schedule and a vaccine booster) – Or a valid test or recovery EU Digital COVID Certificate, – Or a valid vaccination certificate (with a complete vaccination schedule or a vaccine booster) or recovery certificate issued by a third country, under reciprocal conditions – Or a negative RT-PCR Test (or similar NAAT test) – 72h before boarding, or – Or a negative Laboratorial Rapid Antigen Test- 24h before boarding (according to the European Commission list)

Do check here if there vaccine is valid for entry. https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

Will be travelling to Portugal from Malta soon. So PLF form is no longer required?

Nope, no longer required 🙂

Is there a QR code / Form necessary for US citizens entering Portugal? Is the CDC vaccination card an acceptable form of proof of vaccine? Thank you!

Hi we are going on a Douro River cruise in June 2023. My passport was issued August 2016 and expires May 2027. There will be under 10 years left when we travel. will entry be allowed, as I understand some airlines will not allow travel.

I recommend contacting your airline about your passport validity.

Hi my daughters has an irish passport we travel to Portugal in August 2022, her passport runs out April 2023 how can i find out if this is ok?

From what I read since they have an Irish passport, that validity is totally fine. On the Embassy of Ireland on Portugal’s website, it says that your Irish passport must be valid up to your return date. Check out the link here https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/portugal/passports/top-passport-questions/passport-validity-needed-for-overseas-travel/

My brother and I are fully vaccinated Canadians (triple vaxxed) entering Portugal on May 4 to get to Spain. We return to Portugal on May 8 to catch our flight back to Canada.

Does Portugal accept Canadian Vaccination Certificates for entry? Or do we require Negative PCR or Lab Antigen tests?

I’m reading conflicting information on the web. It says Canada is not listed as an approved third party country issuing under reciprocal conditions.

Any information/clarity would be great!

Hi Ravinder,

I recommend contacting your airline as the information available on this is conflicting, as you have said.

hello, I am travelling back to Canada from Spain on May 1st with a transit in Portugal for a few hours. I am fully vaccinated with booster late November. 1. Do I still need an antigen test. My husband and kids (who travelled 3 days ago) said that has been lifted. Is that true? 2. do I still need to fill the passenger locator form for Portugal.

I dont have a travel agency to ask, is there a Portuguese site to answer these questions if you are not able to answer?

Thank you very much!

Check ou the official government website https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

My husband and I will be traveling to Portugal later this month from the US. We are US citizens and have vaccination cards which show that we are fully vaccinated and boosted. Do we need to take an Antigen test 24 hours before we travel? Thank you.

Check out the official rules here https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

Hello, we are hoping to travel to Portugal on 18th May. My friend will get his second vaccine today (4th May) around 12.00h, and we arrive into Portugal by air around 21.00h. So we arrive on the 14th day of his vaccine schedule, plus maybe nine hours. Will this be permitted for entry – it is technically just over 14 whole days, but we don’t want to be turned away at the airport? Many thanks for your help.

Please check out the official rules here https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

Could you confirm how long a British passport needs to be valid for a visit to Madeira? The gov.uk website says it’s 3 months but I think I’ve been told 6 months in the past, so can you confirm the latest requirement?

I recommend contacting your airline

Hello. I am a US citizen.. traveling from US to Portugal (mainland). 9 June 22. I am fully vaccinated… have received three shots. My third shot was 6 months ago. I have a card from the CDC proving this information. Does this count as a valid vaccination certificate? I would tend to believe that the answer is ‘yes.’ I have an official card from the CDC verifying that I have had two vaccine shots plus a booster. However… the travel requirements are slightly confusing. I ask here to double check to see if I am correct. It would appear that I also need a valid vaccination EU Digital Covid Certificate. Am I correct? Thank you in advance.

or contact your airline 🙂

Hi, Lara, Thanks for answering so many questions. I did check the VisitPortugal site and it doesn’t say the USA is a reciprocal 3rd party unless I missed it? So anyone coming from the USA should get a test.

We fly into Warsaw for the night and then through Spain before Lisbon. We’ll will be right at 72 hours as our test is at 3pm on June 1 (losing 8 hours from USA time) when we land in Spain on June 4th at 2:35pm. I wonder if we’ll be ok with the airline Tap Portugal if we get to the gate a little after 3pm?

I recommend contacting your airline to make sure you will be fine 🙂

Hello Lara,

We are from USA, coming to Portugal from Switzerland through Spain. I see that Portugal is not reciprocal with US so we will need to take a test. For a different trip this year we used the Navica App from Abbott. This is a proctored covid test that is done over zoom and then you are provided with a QR code. will this work for Portugal or is there a specific test that is necessary?

I recommend contacting your airline or DGS to make sure this test is accepted.

Morning Lara i have just been on the website you recommend to check rules regarding travel from UK by air to see if we need PCR test but it says last updated 19th March?? the travel agent says they think? you still have to do one but someone we no who was there last week says they have stopped doing tests now and she wasnt asked for any tests is their a more up to date site we can check or phone

Hi Steve! The official website has been updated May 30 https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

June 16, 2022. Will Portugal accept a Covid recovery letter from the USA?

Hi Michelle! Contact your airline because you might still need a covid 19 test.

Hi Lara, we are planning a trip to Lisbon next year on March 6, 2023 to March 16, 2023. My only concern is my daughter who will be 15 her passport expires on September 25, 2023, it is 6 months before expiration. Do I need to renew her passport?

It depends on your passport. I recommend contacting your airline.

We are travelling to Lisbon on July 8th. We get out boosters on Tuesday, which is 11 days before we arrive in Portugal. Will we have to provide a negative Covid test? The guidelines I have read so do not indicate how long before the booster considered valid.

Hi Christina,

Please contact your airline.

Hello Lara, my daughter is US national with Swiss residency card, we all leave in Switzerland (work permit B). We plan to go to Madeira for holidays July 2022, but noticed her passport expires in September 2022. Do you foresee any issue entering Portugal. Thank you,

btw, airline was not able to comment or provide more information.

Hi Anastasia, I recommend contacting your airline

Is the info about masks updated? Someone in a FB group wrote me that he returned from Lisbon a few days ago and he didn’t have to use a mask neither in taxis nor in flights.

You still have to wear a mask on flights and taxis, according to the SNS website, updated in early July. You can check out the mask rules here https://www.sns24.gov.pt/alerta/medidas-covid-19/

The latest update of that page from 29 August no longer requires masks in public transport.

To travel from Mexico is visa requiered to enter Portugal?

Hello! To travel to Portugal with a Mexican passport you do not need a visa (for up to 90 days). However, if you are unsure, you should always contact a Portuguese embassy.

Hey I’m planning to visit Portugal in octomber. Im nationality Georgian, East Europe. I hold just Georgian passport and visited couple times Germany with no problem. so my question is if I could get to Germany with no problem at all, will I be able to visit lisabon via tourist purposes?

You don’t need a visa to visit Portugal and you can stay up to 90 days visa-free.

Hi Lara, I am a Libyan leaving in Cardiff ,Wales/ UK And I have indefinite leave to remain. I am planing to travel to Djerba, Tunisia from Manchester through Lisbon, and my transit is a bit long it’s 20hr. I am not gonna leave the international airport area. My question is do I have to apply for a vise or I don’t need? Thanks a lot

Hi Shaban, Please contact your airline as they will advise you!

Hello What are passport requirements for entering Madeira from UK? I have read conflicting statements – some say valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU country you are visiting and some say valid for at least 6 months after the date you intend to leave the EU country you are visiting, Could you clarify current situation please. Thank you

Hi Terry, I recommend contacting your airline.

I’m a Ghanaian national with a UK resident card transiting through Portugal to Ghana. Please i would like to know if I’ll need a transit visa to transit through Portugal to Ghana. Thank you.

Hi Sandra, I recommend contacting a Portuguese embassy to address your question.

Hi Lara, we are visiting from the US in March. I have two children under the age of 3 traveling and we are getting their passports this week. It takes about 3-4 months to get the passports and I just read they must be valid for over 6 months to enter Portugal. Will it be an issue that my children’s passports will be less than that? Thank you!

Hi Courtney,

The children’s passports must have at least 6 months of validity in terms of their expiry date. If they travel with brand new passports this is fine.

I come from Hong Kong. Both my citizen card and Portugal passport expired. Can I go to Portugal with my Hong Kong SAR Passport? And then renew my expired citizen card and passport, can it be done?

Hi Stella, Without Portuguese documents you would technically need a tourist visa to visit Portugal (for up to 90 days). However, I would recommend contacting a Portuguese embassy about your case.

This web page says 6 months validity on passport from date of departure. The US Portugal Embassy website says three months. Which is correct?

Hi Robin, It depends on your nationality, but it is only three months for US passports.

Hey I have a silly question. So my husband is Portuguese and he wants to travel back home to Portugal. But his Portuguese passport is not valid. When he leaves Canada to go to Portugal does he need his valid Portuguese passport to travel or can he travel with an expired passport? He has an Portuguese identification card. Is that enough? He does not have a Canadian passport he will be travelling with a PR card to come back.

Hello! Not a silly question. From my understanding, he would need a valid passport, the Portuguese identification card is only valid within the European Union.

I have a US Green card and hold an Indian passport. I plan on visiting Morocco from US and there is a stopover in Lisbon both ways. Do I need a transit visa in Lisbon?

Hi Evita! It’s best to check with a Portuguese embassy or airline.

Hello, still wondering if US Passports are ok with the 3 months from date of departure?

Hi Katie, for US passports its 3 months.

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