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No vaccinations are required and the tap water is drinkable throughout mainland Portugal. Pharmacies run a duty rota out of hours, and third-country nationals travelling on a visa must hold insurance with at least EUR 30,000 of cover.

Health, insurance and where to be treated

  • Vaccinations: None are required for entry.
  • Tap water: Drinkable throughout mainland Portugal and subject to EU standards.
  • Pharmacies: Marked with a green cross (Farmácia). Outside normal hours, a duty rota operates (Farmácia de Serviço).
  • Private hospitals suitable for foreigners:
  • Lisbon: Hospital da Luz Lisboa, CUF Descobertas Hospital.
  • Porto: Hospital Lusíadas Porto, Hospital de Santo António.
  • Travel insurance: EU citizens are entitled to necessary care with an EHIC card. Third-country nationals travelling on a visa must hold insurance with minimum cover of EUR 30,000.

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