Emirati citizens in Portugal, and Portuguese residents planning a trip to the United Arab Emirates, can contact the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Lisbon.
Contact Details
| Address | Praça Príncipe Real nº15-17, 17ª e 17B, 1250-184 Lisbon, Portugal |
| Telephone | +351 21 311 0000 |
| Fax | +351 21 323 0000 |
| lisboanemb@mofaic.gov.ae | |
| Website | website no longer available (checked October 2026) |
| Head of Mission | Ahmed Abdelrahman Ahmed Ali Almahmoud, Ambassador |
| National Day | 2 December |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Hours shown: working hours, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Praça Príncipe Real nº15-17, 17ª e 17B (1250-184 Lisbon).
- Working hours: Monday to Friday 09:00–16:00, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026).
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
About the Emirati Embassy in Lisbon
According to the Portuguese Foreign Ministry, the United Arab Emirates is represented by Ambassador Ahmed Abdelrahman Ahmed Ali Almahmoud (credentials presented 2 December 2024).
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Emirati passports and emergency travel documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Emirati authorities ask for:
Renewing a UAE passport abroad
- Possible when the passport has expired or has one year or less of validity left
- Apply online through ICP or the MoFA smart services with UAE PASS (“Renew Passports of UAE Nationals Abroad”) and note the reference number
- A personal photo meeting ICAO standards (not identical to the current passport photo)
- A letter from the embassy confirming the reason for your stay abroad (e.g. study, treatment or work)
- Hand in the original passport and photo at the embassy, pay the fee there and collect the renewed passport later
Sources: Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship (ICP) – renew passports of UAE nationals abroad, UAE Government portal (u.ae) – the Emirati passport (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Portuguese public holidays; the Emirati national day (2 December) usually means a closure too. Lisbon’s municipal holiday, St Anthony’s Day (13 June), may also mean a closure. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
Emirati nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +351 21 311 0000. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. In Portugal, the emergency number is 112. Portuguese citizens who need help in the United Arab Emirates can contact the Consular Emergency Office (Gabinete de Emergência Consular) of the Portuguese Foreign Ministry in Lisbon on +351 217 929 714 or +351 961 706 472.
Diplomatic missions of the United Arab Emirates in Portugal
The United Arab Emirates in Portugal
- Lisbon – Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Lisbon
Where is the Emirati Embassy in Lisbon?
At Praça Príncipe Real nº15-17, 17ª e 17B, 1250-184 Lisbon.
What are the opening hours of the Emirati Embassy in Lisbon?
Monday to Friday 09:00–16:00 (working hours), according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Portugal?
Ahmed Abdelrahman Ahmed Ali Almahmoud, who presented credentials on 2 December 2024, according to the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the Emirati Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of the United Arab Emirates is 2 December; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: official website of the embassy (checked October 2026), Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Corpo Diplomático acreditado em Lisboa (July 2026), website no longer available (checked October 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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