- Address
- Leyds Street 595, Pretoria
- Phone
- +27 12 341 2340
- Website
- embaixadaportugal.org.za
Portugal
South Africa
Portuguese Embassy & Consulates in South Africa
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate general
In South Africa, Portugal has an embassy in Pretoria and a consulate general in Johannesburg. South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Portugal.
Map: Portugal’s 2 missions in South Africa
Map: Portugal’s 2 missions in South Africa
Portuguese Embassy in Pretoria
At Leyds Street 595, Pretoria, the Portuguese embassy represents Portugal towards South Africa. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Portuguese consulates in South Africa
- Consulate General of Portugal in Johannesburg
Ernest Oppenheimer Avenue 11, 2198 Johannesburg
Today 08:00–13:00
Portugal also has a consulate general in Johannesburg; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
Portugal visa for South African citizens
South AfricaPortugal Visa required Portugal visa for citizens of South Africa
PortugalSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Portugal
Portugal visa requirements for citizens of South Africa
- 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
South African citizens need a visa for Portugal, obtained before travel. From South Africa, the application is made at the Portuguese embassy in Pretoria or the consulate in Johannesburg or through a visa centre appointed by Portugal.
South Africa’s missions in Portugal
Missions of South Africa in Portugal (4)
In return, South Africa has 4 missions in Portugal, including its embassy in Lisbon.
Good to know
Portugal in South Africa
Worldwide, Portugal has 156 missions in 81 countries; 2 of them are in South Africa.
Travel to South Africa for Portuguese citizens
Portuguese citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days. In South Africa, Portuguese citizens can turn to the Portuguese embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Portuguese missions in South Africa are closed
Portuguese missions in South Africa close on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, 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 South Africa?
The Portuguese embassy is in Pretoria, at Leyds Street 595, Pretoria.
Does Portugal have consulates in South Africa?
Yes, Portugal has a consulate general in Johannesburg.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Portugal?
South African citizens need a visa for Portugal, obtained before travel.
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Portuguese citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Does South Africa have an embassy in Portugal?
Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Lisbon, along with 3 other missions in Portugal.