Portugal: entry and exit regulations
Formalities, visas
Germans can enter Portugal with a passport or identity card.
German child ID cards are recognized without restriction; Children under the age of 16 can also enter the country if they are entered in the passport of one of the accompanying parents.
Issuing of visas in Germany
Embassy
Zimmerstrasse 56
10117 Berlin
Tel: +49 – (0) 30 – 59 00 63 50 – 0
Fax: +49 – (0) 30 – 59 00 63 60 – 0
Email: [email protected]
Issuing of visas in Austria and Switzerland
See under Representations of Portugal in Austria and Representations of Portugal in Switzerland.
Import and export of foreign currency
A declaration is required from an import of an equivalent value of more than 15,000 euros. If an amount with a value or equivalent of more than 15,000 euros is exported upon departure, the import of the amount must be proven by means of a declaration or the legal acquisition in Portugal in the event of a possible control.
Import and export of goods
There are no import restrictions for private use for travelers from EU countries. The following guidelines apply for personal needs:
- 800 cigarettes
- 400 cigarillos (cigars weighing no more than 3 g each)
- 200 cigars
- 1000g tobacco
- 10 liters of spirits
- 20 liters of so-called intermediate products (e.g. Campari, Port, Madeira, Sherry)
- 90 liters of wine
- 110 liters of beer
Entry with pets
In Portugal, the EU regulation on the import and export of pets from October 1, 2004 applies:
This states that an EU pet passport must be issued for every pet. This pet pass can be issued by any resident veterinarian. Vaccination against rabies is also mandatory for every pet. The animals must be at least three months old when they are vaccinated against rabies. In addition, the vaccination must have been given at least 21 days before entering Portugal and must not be more than twelve months ago. When entering the country with pets that are younger than three months and have therefore not yet been vaccinated against rabies, a special rule applies. These animals must also have a chip/tattoo and an EU pet passport must be issued for them. It must also be ensured that
In Portugal, all dogs are also required to be on a leash and muzzle.
Possible animal diseases in Portugal
Animal diseases
In Portugal numerous diseases are to be expected in dogs, which do not occur or only extremely rarely in Central and Northern Europe. In addition to borreliosis, which also occurs in us, this is above all:
Borreliosis
Borreliosis is transmitted by ticks, just like in humans. The symptoms are also comparable to those in humans. But unlike humans, you can have your dog vaccinated against Lyme disease.
Ehrlichiosis
This disease of the dog is transmitted by the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), which occurs mainly in the Mediterranean area. The causative agent of the disease are bacteria that multiply in the blood-forming bone marrow. They lead to a tendency to bleeding by destroying the platelets. The main symptoms are bleeding, high fever, and loss of appetite. In addition, the dog suffers from weight loss, fatigue, lack of drive and a significant enlargement of the lymph nodes. If left untreated, the disease can be fatal.
Hepatozoonosis
This relatively rare disease is transmitted via the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), which occurs primarily in the Mediterranean region. The infection is not caused by the tick bite itself, but only when the dog has bitten off the tick and swallowed it. The typical symptoms are severe emaciation, high fever and severe pain in the muscles and bones. The treatment of the disease turns out to be extremely difficult and often ends with the death of the animal.
Heartworm disease (dirofilariasis)
Heartworm is transmitted to the dog by mosquitoes (culicides). These worms, which parasitize the pulmonary arteries and the right ventricle of the heart, can reach lengths of up to 20 cm. If left untreated, such a worm infestation is usually fatal.
Dog malaria (babesiosis)
Dog malaria is not transmitted by mosquitoes, as is the case with humans, but by ticks. The carrier ticks are the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) and the alluvial forest tick (Dermacentor reticulatus). While the brown dog tick occurs particularly in the Mediterranean countries, the alluvial forest tick is also native to Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The parasites responsible for dog malaria mainly destroy the red blood cells. The result is anemia and jaundice combined with a high fever. If left untreated, the disease can lead to dog death.
Leishmaniasis
As in humans, leishmaniasis is transmitted by sand flies (butterfly flies). Leishmaniasis is not yet at home in Germany, although it can soon be expected there due to climate change. Currently it occurs mainly in the Mediterranean countries. The parasite affects the dog’s skin, but also internal organs such as the kidneys, spleen, liver, bone marrow or the lymphatic system. The dog becomes emaciated, often suffers from hair loss and shows severe skin changes. The disease is usually fatal without treatment.
prevention
In addition to vaccinations, for example against Lyme disease, there is a very easy-to-use yet effective prevention. To do this, a liquid is applied to the dog in the neck area, which is effective against both mosquitoes and ticks. The effect is on the one hand that they have a repellent effect on the mosquito, infesting or stinging the animal at all, and on the other hand they have an insecticidal effect. Such a treatment develops its effect for about 4 weeks at a time, after which it has to be repeated, which the owner can do himself. These preventive products are called “spot on products”.
Portugal: travel and transport
How to get to Portugal
The quickest way to get to Portugal from Germany is by plane. Of course, you can also travel to Portugal by car or train, which can take three days. Portugal is part of the Schengen area, so there are no regular border controls at the borders (with Spain).
Travel in the country
Air connections Domestic flights are offered by the following Portuguese airlines: Tap – Air Portugal www.tap.pt, Hi Fly www.hifly.aero, Aerocondor Transportes Aéreos www.aerocondor.com, Sata www.sata.pt and Portugalia www.pga.pt.
Rail
The CP www.cp.pt, the fastest train in Portugal, runs between Lisbon and Porto. Intercity trains run between Lisbon and Guarde, Civilha, Evora and Algarve. Only slow trains run on the remaining railway lines. The rail network covers a length of around 2,850 km.
Bus
There is a good network of intercity buses. It is also the cheapest and usually the fastest way to travel in Portugal.
Ferry connections
The main ports are in Lisbon, Porto, Aveiro and Funchal (Madeira). There are ferry connections between the mainland ports to the Azores, the Canary Islands and Madeira.
Roads
The road network in Portugal is extensive. It has a length of approx. 72,600 km. In mid-2011 the country had a motorway network with a length of around 2,700 km – some with six lanes.
Car, rental
car Rental cars can be rented in all major cities. Well-known providers such as Hertz and Avis are represented.
Taxis
Taxis are easy to come by and relatively inexpensive.
Traffic rules
To avoid trouble with the police or even the courts, drivers should strictly adhere to the traffic regulations in force in the country. Regardless of the information given here, it is advisable to obtain more detailed information from the ADAC, the AvD or the Portuguese traffic clubs.
Top speeds
- Urban: In built-up areas there is a speed limit of 50 km/h.
- Side roads: There is a speed limit of 90 km/h on side roads.
- Main roads: There is a speed limit of 100 km/h on main roads.
- Motorways: There is a speed limit of 120 km/h on motorways.
In addition, it is of course necessary to pay attention to the current local speed limits, which are indicated by traffic signs.
Blood alcohol limit
The official blood alcohol limit in Portugal is 0.2.
International license plate
According to Abbreviationfinder, the international license plate of Portugal is:
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Portugal: Tourist Offices
Portuguese Tourist Office
Tel: 0180 – 500 49 30
E-mail: [email protected]
www.visitportugal.com
Turismo de Portugal, IP
Rua Ivone Silva, Lote 6
1050-124 Lisboa (Lisbon)
Tel.: +351 – 211 140 200
Fax: +351 – 217 810 009
Portugal: travel medicine, risks
Infectious Diseases
In Portugal, with a few exceptions, infectious diseases that do not also occur in Germany, Austria or Switzerland are not to be expected.
- Malaria, there is no risk of malaria in the country.
- AIDS, HIV
- Lyme disease, as a result of tick bites
- Intestinal infectionsThese can be caused by contaminated food or water, such as amoeba, lamblia, salmonella, shigella and worm infestation as well as all kinds of viruses and bacteria.
- Early summer meningo encephalitis, mainly as a result of tick bites.
- Hepatitis A and BInfection with hepatitis B is only possible in people who can come into contact with blood or those who have sexual contact.
- Kala Azar disease
- Leishmaniasis Disease
- Polio, polio
Vaccination recommendations When traveling to Portugal, the same vaccinations are recommended as in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
- Diphtheria, a vaccination against diphtheria should always exist, also in the home country.
- Hepatitis A and B, vaccination against hepatitis B, is only required for those people who may come into contact with blood or who have sexual contact.
- Polio, polio, vaccination against polio should always exist, also in the home country.
- Tetanus, a vaccination against tetanus should always exist, also in the home country.
Compulsory vaccination
There are no vaccination requirements when entering or staying in Portugal, with the exception of trips to the Azores and Madeira. There is a compulsory vaccination against yellow fever for travelers arriving from a yellow fever infection area designated by the WHO.
Yellow fever vaccination of children
There were a number of side effects associated with vaccination against yellow fever, such as: B. Encephalitis. About two thirds of those affected were children under six months. Therefore, under no circumstances should children under this age be vaccinated. But children under one year of age should also not be vaccinated if possible. If in doubt, yellow fever infection areas must then be avoided. Any vaccination against yellow fever may only be carried out in specially authorized yellow fever vaccination centers!
Hazards and current warning notices
Foreign Office (AA) of the Federal Republic of Germany
Citizens’ Service
Telephone: 0049 – (0) 30 – 5000 – 2000
Fax: 0049 – (0) 30 – 5000 – 51000
Current warning notices from the AA:
www.auswaertiges-amt.de
Portugal: currency, shopping
The national currency of Portugal is the euro = 100 cents.
As in all countries in the Eurozone, the following banknotes are valid:
- 500 €
- € 200
- 100 €
- 50 €
- 20 €
- 10 €
- 5 €
Coins are available in the following denominations:
- € 2
- 1 €
- 50 cents
- 20 cents
- 10 cents
- 5 cents
- 2 cent
- 1 cent
Bank opening times
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: closed
Shop
Shop opening times
Between 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm, most shops have their siesta. Large supermarkets are open all the time. In shopping centers, the shops usually don’t open until 10:00 a.m., but are open until 10:00 p.m.
- Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Sunday: closed
Cheap or country-specific goods, souvenirs
Special Portuguese souvenirs are ceramic goods, embroidered carpets and woolen blankets as well as linen goods. There are also regional wicker, wood and forged products that turn out to be nice souvenirs.
Portugal: Diplomatic missions
Visit Countryaah for a full list of Portugal embassies and consulates in each country around the world.
Representations of Portugal in Germany
The embassy of the Portuguese Republic in Berlin is located in the immediate vicinity of the Springer high-rise building and the Charly checkpoint.
The building in which the embassy is located is a rather unadorned functional building. The building is not owned by Portugal, only a number of office space has been rented here. The Portuguese embassy moved here in 1999 after moving from Bonn to Berlin. The embassy has the following departments:
– Diplomatic Department
– Defense
Attaché
– Press Office – Cultural Department
– Education
– Commercial Department
Embassy of Portugal
Zimmerstrasse 56
10117 Berlin
Tel: 0049 – (0) 30 – 59 00 63 50 – 0
Fax: 0049 – (0) 30 – 59 00 63 60 – 0
Email: [email protected]
Consulate General of the Portuguese Republic
Friedrichstrasse 20
40217 Düsseldorf
Tel: 0049 – (0) 211 – 138780
Fax: 0049 – (0) 211 – 323357
E-Mail: [email protected]
Vice Consulate of the Portuguese Republic
Zeppelinallee 15
60325 Frankfurt am Main
Tel: 0049 – (0) 69 – 9798800
Fax: 0049 – (0) 69 – 97988022
E-Mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of the Portuguese Republic
Büschstraße 7-I
20354 Hamburg
Tel: 0049 – (0) 40 – 355348-4
Fax: 0049 – (0) 40 – 355348-60
E-Mail: [email protected]
Vice Consulate of the Portuguese Republic
Schlosswall 2
49080 Osnabrück
Tel: 0049 – (0) 541 – 408080
Fax: 0049 – (0) 541 – 431712
Consulate General of the Portuguese Republic
Königstrasse 20
70173 Stuttgart
Tel: 0049 – (0) 711 – 227396
Fax: 0049 – (0) 711 – 2273989
E-Mail: [email protected]
German representations in Portugal
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Lisbon
Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 38
1169-043 Lisbon
Tel: 00351 – 21 – 881 02 10
Fax: 00351 – 21 – 885 38 46
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.lissabon.diplo.de
Consulates
Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany
Urb. Infante D. Henrique, Lot 11, R/C, Dt °
8000-490 Faro
Tel: 00351 – 289) 80 31 48
Fax: 00351 – 289) 80 13 46
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.Honorarkonsul -Faro.de
Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany
Largo do Phelps 6, 1
9050-025 Funchal
Tel: 00351-291-22 03 38
Fax: 00351-291-23 01 08
Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany
Rua da Lombinha 5
Ginetes/São Miguel
Tel: 00351 – 965 52 90 64
Fax: 00351 – 296 29 54 26
E-Mail: [email protected]
Representations of Austria in Portugal
Embassy of the Republic of Austria
Avenida Infante Santo 43
1399-046 Lisbon
Tel: 00351 – 21 – 394 39-00
Fax: 00351 – 21 – 395 82 24
Email: [email protected]
Consulates
Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Austria
Rua Agostinho da Silva Rocha 844
4475-451 Nogueira – MAIA
Portugal
Tel.: 00351 – 933 – 147 504
Fax: 00351-229 – 605 753
E-mail: [email protected]
Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Austria
Rua Ramalho Ortigao – Ed. Clube Borda D’Agua, Praia da Oura
8200-604 Albufeira
Tel: 00351 – 289 – 51 09 00
Fax: 00351 – 289 – 51 09 99
Email: [email protected]
Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Austria
Miltones-Viagens, Rua Imperatriz D. Amelia, Edificio PrinceZa – Loja 0/4
9000-018 Funchal/Madeira
Tel: 00 351 – 291 – 20 61 00
Fax: 00 351 – 291 – 28 16 20
E-Mail: Hkonsulatfunchal @ hotmail.com
Representations of Portugal in Austria
Embassy of the Portuguese Republic in Berlin
Opernring 3
1010 Vienna
Tel: 0043 – (0) 1 – 586 75 36
Fax: 0043 – (0) 1 – 586 75 36 99
Email: [email protected]
Consulates
Honorary Consulate of the Portuguese Republic
Faberstraße 2b/4
5020 Salzburg
Tel: 0043 – (0) 662 – 87 39 02
Fax: 0043 – (0) 662 – 87 39 024
E-Mail: [email protected]
Honorary Consulate of the Portuguese Republic
Maria Theresien Strasse 21-23
6020 Innsbruck
Tel: 0043 – (0) 512 – 570 199 – 13
Fax: 0043 – (0) 512 – 570 199 – 14
E-Mail: [email protected]
Honorary Consulate of the Portuguese Republic
Hopfenweg 23
4020 Linz
Tel: 0043 – (0) 732 – 66 73 26
Fax: 0043 – (0) 732 – 66 73 20 29
E-Mail: [email protected]
Representations of Switzerland in Portugal
Embassy of the Swiss Confederation
Travessa do Jardim, no. 17
1350-185 Lisbon
Tel: 00351 – 213 944 090
Fax: 00351 – 213 955 945
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.eda.admin. ch/lisbon
Consulate of the Swiss Confederation
Rua Ofélia da Cruz Costa, 882
2 ° Dto.
4455-137 Lavra
Tel: 00351 – 229 – 967 923
Fax: 00351 – 229 – 967 923
E-Mail: [email protected]
Representations of Portugal in Switzerland
Embassy of the Portuguese Republic in Bern
Weltpoststr. 20
3015 Bern
Tel: 0041 – (0) 31 – 352 83 29
Fax: 0041 – (0) 31 – 351 44 32
Email: [email protected]
Consulates
Consulate General of the Portuguese Republic
Route de Ferney 220
1218 Le Grand-Saconnex
Tel: 0041 – (0) 22 – 791 76 36
Fax: 0041 – (0) 22 – 788 16 78
Email: [email protected]
www.secomunidades. pt/web/genebra
Consulate General of the Portuguese Republic
Zeltweg 13
8032 Zurich
Tel: 0041 – (0) 44 – 200 30 40
Fax: 0041 – (0) 44 – 200 30 50
Email: [email protected]
