The Embassy of Portugal in Berlin is the official diplomatic representation of Portugal in Germany, providing consular services for Portuguese nationals residing in or travelling through Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Kurfürstenstraße 57, 10785 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 59 00 63 500 |
| Fax | +49 30 59 00 63 600 |
| berlim@mne.pt | |
| Website | www.berlim.embaixadaportugal.mne.pt |
| Social Media | |
| Head of Mission | Ms. Maria Madalena Lobo Carvalho Fischer, Ambassador |
Consular Section
| Telephone | +49 30 229 13 88, +49 30 229 00 11 |
| Fax | +49 30 229 00 12 |
| sconsular.berlim@mne.pt |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 13:00 / 14:30 – 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 13:00 / 14:30 – 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 13:00 / 14:30 – 17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 13:00 / 14:30 – 17:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 13:00 / 14:30 – 17:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may very on public holidays or due to special circumstances. We recommend confirming before you visit.
Opening Hours Consular Section
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 12:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location of the Embassy
Use the map above to plan your visit. Public transport connections and parking availability may vary.
About the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin
The Portuguese Embassy in Berlin represents the Portuguese Republic in Germany and supports bilateral relations between Portugal and Germany. Its work includes political dialogue, European affairs, economic cooperation, cultural relations and consular services.
Portugal and Germany maintain close and trusted relations. Both countries are members of the European Union, NATO and the Schengen Area and cooperate extensively on European, foreign and security policy.
Economic relations are also important. Germany is one of Portugal's leading trading partners, and hundreds of German companies are active in Portugal in sectors ranging from industry and engineering to digital services and technology.
Visa Information
Portuguese citizens do not need a visa to travel to Germany. As citizens of the European Union, they can enter Germany with a valid passport or national identity card and benefit from EU free-movement rights.
Portuguese citizens may also live, work and study in Germany under the applicable European rules without obtaining a German visa or work permit in advance.
German citizens likewise do not need a visa to travel to Portugal. Germany and Portugal are both EU and Schengen members, and German nationals can enter Portugal with a valid passport or national identity card.
Visa procedures at Portuguese diplomatic missions in Germany are therefore primarily relevant to third-country nationals who require a Portuguese or Schengen visa or another form of immigration authorisation.
Consular Services
The consular section of the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin provides a broad range of services for Portuguese citizens residing within its consular district and handles selected matters for foreign nationals.
- Portuguese passport applications and renewals
- Portuguese Citizen Card services
- Consular registration
- Birth, marriage, divorce and death registration matters
- Portuguese nationality procedures
- Certificates and criminal record-related services
- Powers of attorney and selected notarial services
- Certification of signatures and documents
- Visa and travel document information
- Emergency consular assistance for Portuguese citizens
Portuguese citizens residing abroad generally need to be registered with the competent Portuguese consular post before obtaining certain documents and consular services.
Portugal also operates a dedicated Consular Assistance Centre for Germany, which provides information about passports, Citizen Cards, civil registration, nationality, notarial matters and other consular procedures handled by Portuguese missions in Germany.
Appointments
Appointment requirements depend on the requested Portuguese consular service. Passport, Citizen Card and other procedures requiring personal attendance may require an appointment in advance.
Portugal provides central appointment and information services through its government platforms and the Consular Assistance Centre for Germany. Applicants should check the current instructions for their particular service before visiting the Embassy in Berlin.
Some procedures can also be prepared online or supported by video appointment, while others require personal attendance because identity verification, signatures or biometric data must be recorded.
Diplomatic Missions between Portugal and Germany
Portugal's principal diplomatic representation in Germany is the Embassy of the Portuguese Republic in Berlin. Its consular district covers Berlin, Brandenburg, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
Portugal also operates Consulates General in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Stuttgart. These career consular missions serve defined regional districts and provide a broad range of consular services.
A branch office in Hattersheim am Main operates under the Consulate General in Stuttgart. It serves as an additional Portuguese consular service location in the Frankfurt region.
Portugal additionally maintains an Honorary Consul in Munich. As an honorary representation, this office has a more limited role than the embassy or Consulates General.
Germany is represented in Portugal by the German Embassy in Lisbon. Its diplomatic and consular district covers Portugal and it provides the full range of German consular services.
Germany additionally maintains Honorary Consuls in Funchal, Lagos, Ponta Delgada and Porto. These honorary representations provide selected regional services under the supervision of the German Embassy in Lisbon.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa to travel to Germany?
No. Portuguese citizens do not need a visa for Germany. As EU citizens, they can also live, work and study in Germany under the applicable European free-movement rules.
Do German citizens need a visa for Portugal?
No. German citizens do not need a visa for Portugal and can enter with a valid passport or German national identity card.
Do I need an appointment at the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin?
The requirement depends on the service. Passport, Citizen Card and other procedures requiring personal attendance may require an appointment, while some services can be prepared online.
Does Portugal have other consular representations in Germany?
Yes. In addition to the embassy in Berlin, Portugal has Consulates General in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Stuttgart, a branch office in Hattersheim am Main and an Honorary Consul in Munich.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of Portugal in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.