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Portuguese Embassy in Libya

1 embassy

Portugal is represented in Libya by 1 mission: an embassy in Tripoli. Portugal requires Libyan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Portuguese Embassy in Tripoli

At Sharia Al-Jala'a شارع الجلاء, Tripoli, the Portuguese embassy represents Portugal towards Libya.

Portugal visa for Libyan citizens

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Portugal visa requirements for citizens of Libya

  • Schengen visa (type C) for Portugal
  • National visas – temporary stay and residence visas (study, work, D7 passive income, entrepreneurs)
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 14 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Portugal requires Libyan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Applicants in Libya turn to the Portuguese embassy in Tripoli; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Libya’s missions in Portugal

Missions of Libya in Portugal (1)

In return, Libya has an embassy in Portugal, in Lisbon.

Good to know

Portugal in Libya

Worldwide, Portugal has 156 missions in 81 countries; one of them is in Libya.

Travel to Libya for Portuguese citizens

Portuguese citizens need an e-Visa for Libya, applied for online before travel. In Libya, Portuguese citizens can turn to the Portuguese embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Portuguese embassy in Libya is closed

The Portuguese embassy in Libya closes on Libya’s public holidays, the next being Independence Day on Thursday 24 December 2026, Revolution Day on Wednesday 17 February 2027 and Labour Day on Saturday 1 May 2027, and usually on some holidays of Portugal, such as Restoration of Independence (Restauração da Independência) on Tuesday 1 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Portuguese embassy in Libya?

The Portuguese embassy is in Tripoli, at Sharia Al-Jala'a شارع الجلاء, Tripoli.

Do Libyan citizens need a visa for Portugal?

Portugal requires Libyan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for Libya?

Libya requires a visa from Portuguese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

Does Libya have an embassy in Portugal?

Yes, Libya has its embassy in Lisbon.