General Information

Passports and Visas
A valid passport is required (identity card for European citizens).
Visa is not required for citizens of the USA, Canada and many other countries. For further information refer to www.sef.pt.

Language
Portuguese is the official language; English, Spanish and French are widely spoken.

Local time
One hour behind European Central Time.

Currency
The Portuguese official currency is the Euro.

Vaccination and Health
Generally speaking you will not need any vaccinations to visit Portugal.
If in doubt please contact your travel agent or the local Portuguese Embassy.
EU citizens can obtain a refund of most medical costs by using form E111, which is available from Post Offices, Health or Social Security offices in your country.

Lisboa Card
Free access to public transport, museums and monuments. Discounted admission to other sights of interest.

Lisboa Welcome Center
In the heart of the city, at Praça do Comércio Square, you will find the Tourism Information Center with bureau of change, a café and shop with local handicrafts.