The Honorary Consulate of the Republic of the Congo in Almada represents Congolese interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Congolese Embassy in Paris (accredited to Portugal).
Contact Details
| Address | Rua Torcato José Clavine, 13 – Piso 1 – Dto P.O. Box 560 (Pragal), 2806-901 Almada, Portugal |
| Telephone | +351 21 274 8656 +351 21 274 8664 |
| consulado_congo_brazzaville@sapo.pt | |
| Head of Mission | Manuel José Leote Pires, Honorary Consul |
Opening Hours
There are no fixed opening hours; agree on a time with the honorary consul before going.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Rua Torcato José Clavine, 13 – Piso 1 – Dto P.O. Box 560 (Pragal), 2806-901 Almada.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Almada do?
In Almada, Congolese citizens can turn to the honorary consul for practical help and information. Manuel José Leote Pires holds the post, according to the Portuguese Foreign Ministry. Opening times are not published; agree on a time by phone or e-mail before you go. Questions can be sent in advance: call +351 21 274 8656 and e-mail consulado_congo_brazzaville@sapo.pt.
The office is located in the Setúbal district.
Portuguese citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, to be obtained before travelling. The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the current entry rules in its travel advice (in Portuguese); check it before booking.
Which Congolese office issues passports and visas?
Binding consular acts – passports, visas, certificates – are the responsibility of the Congolese Embassy in Paris (accredited to Portugal).
Note: The Republic of the Congo has no resident embassy in Lisbon; its embassy in Paris is accredited to Portugal.
Holidays and closures
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Portuguese holidays such as Freedom Day (25 April), Portugal Day (10 June) and Republic Day (5 October) and on the Republic of the Congo’s national day (15 August). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Where else is the Republic of the Congo represented in Portugal?
- Paris – Embassy of the Republic of the Congo (accredited to Portugal, no resident embassy in Lisbon)
- Almada – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of the Republic of the Congo in Almada
Where do I renew my Congolese passport if I live near Almada?
Congolese passports are issued through the Congolese Embassy in Paris (accredited to Portugal), not by the honorary office.
How do I contact the Congolese honorary consul in Almada?
By phone on +351 21 274 8656 or by e-mail to consulado_congo_brazzaville@sapo.pt.
Who runs the Congolese honorary office in Almada?
Manuel José Leote Pires, according to the Portuguese Foreign Ministry’s list of the diplomatic corps (July 2026).
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
Yes, a visa is required before travelling.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Corpo Diplomático acreditado em Lisboa (July 2026), Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for the Republic of the Congo (Portal das Comunidades). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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