Portuguese nationals in and around Bilbao can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Bilbao for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | C/ Alameda de Mazarredo nº 39-3ºD, 48009 Bilbao, Spain |
| Telephone | +34 944 354 540 |
| Fax | +34 944 354 541 |
| mail@bilbao.dgaccp.pt | |
| Head of Mission | Juan Antonio Liedo Rojo, Honorary consul |
Opening Hours
The Spanish consular list gives no opening hours for this office. Make an appointment before visiting.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: C/ Alameda de Mazarredo nº 39-3ºD, 48009 Bilbao.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Bilbao do?
The honorary consul in Bilbao is a volunteer representative of Portugal, usually a local business or civic figure. Juan Antonio Liedo Rojo holds the post – recognised by Spain since October 2008. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. To arrange a visit, call +34 944 354 540 and e-mail mail@bilbao.dgaccp.pt.
The office is located in the province of Biscay, in the Basque Country. For services the honorary consul cannot provide, the closest Portuguese career post is in Barcelona (around 470 km). Distance to the Portuguese Embassy in Madrid: about 325 km.
Which Portuguese office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Portuguese Embassy in Madrid.
Holidays and closures
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Spanish national holidays; Portuguese celebrations on 10 June (national day) usually mean a closure too. Around Holy Week and Christmas, call ahead.
Where else is Portugal represented in Spain?
- Madrid – Embassy of Portugal
- Barcelona – Consulate General
- Seville – Consulate General
- Vigo – Consulate General
- A Coruña – Honorary Consulate
- Badajoz – Honorary Consulate
- Bilbao – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Ceuta – Honorary Consulate
- Cáceres – Honorary Consulate
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Honorary Consulate
- León – Honorary Consulate
- Málaga – Honorary Consulate
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife – Honorary Consulate
- Valencia – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Bilbao
Where do I renew my Portuguese passport if I live near Bilbao?
Passport applications go to the Portuguese Embassy in Madrid; the honorary office can only advise.
How can I reach the Bilbao honorary office of Portugal?
By phone on +34 944 354 540 or by e-mail to mail@bilbao.dgaccp.pt.
Who is the Portuguese honorary consul in Bilbao?
Juan Antonio Liedo Rojo, according to the Spanish Foreign Ministry’s consular list (in office since October 2008).
Can Spanish nationals visit Portugal without a visa?
No. A valid Spanish passport or DNI identity card is enough.
Details checked on 9 October 2026. Sources: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Lista Consular (as of 30 September 2026), Spanish travel advice for Portugal. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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