Embassy of the United Kingdom in Lisbon
Open 24/7- Address
- Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisboa
- Website
- gov.uk
- Head of mission
- Lisa Bandari
United Kingdom
Portugal
British Embassy & Consulates in Portugal
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate
In Portugal, the United Kingdom has an embassy in Lisbon and a consulate in Portimão. Portuguese citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Map: the United Kingdom’s 2 missions in Portugal
Map: the United Kingdom’s 2 missions in Portugal
British Embassy in Lisbon
At Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisboa, the British embassy represents the United Kingdom towards Portugal. The head of mission on record is Lisa Bandari. Its website is linked on its page.
British consulates in Portugal
The United Kingdom also has a consulate in Portimão; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
United Kingdom visa for Portuguese citizens
PortugalUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom visa for citizens of Portugal
United KingdomPortugal Visa-free, 90 days Portugal visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of Portugal
- Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)
- Fee: £20
- 2 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Portuguese citizens do not need a visa for the United Kingdom, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 180 days. The application is made online on the official portal of the United Kingdom, not at the British embassy.
Portugal’s missions in the United Kingdom
Missions of Portugal in the United Kingdom (5)
In return, Portugal has 5 missions in the United Kingdom, including its embassy in London.
Good to know
The United Kingdom in Portugal
Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; 2 of them are in Portugal.
Travel to Portugal for British citizens
British citizens can visit Portugal without a visa for up to 90 days. In Portugal, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.
When British missions in Portugal are closed
British missions in Portugal close on Portugal’s public holidays, the next being Restoration of Independence (Restauração da Independência) on Tuesday 1 December 2026, Immaculate Conception (Imaculada Conceição) on Tuesday 8 December 2026 and Christmas Day (Natal) on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of the United Kingdom, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the British embassy in Portugal?
The British embassy is in Lisbon, at Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisboa.
Does the United Kingdom have consulates in Portugal?
Yes, the United Kingdom has a consulate in Portimão.
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Portuguese citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Do British citizens need a visa for Portugal?
No visa is needed by British citizens for Portugal, for stays of up to 90 days.
Does Portugal have an embassy in the United Kingdom?
Yes, Portugal has its embassy in London, along with 4 other missions in the United Kingdom.