November 11-13, 2025
Altis Grand Hotel; Lisbon, Portugal
Embassy and Consulate Travel Information
Contact Information & Resources
US Embassy Lisbon
Address: Avenida das Forças Armadas, 1600-081 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone: +351-21-727-3300 or +351-21-094-2000
Email: conslisbon@state.gov.
Website: travel.state.gov.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Travel Advisory: pt.usembassy.gov.
Alerts: pt.usembassy.gov.
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Benefits
- Get real time updates about health, weather, safety, and security in the country.
- Plan ahead using information from the local US embassy.
- Help the embassy or consulate contact you if there's an emergency like a natural disaster, civil unrest, or a family emergency.
For emergencies involving US citizens, contact the embassy immediately.
Brazilian Embassy Lisbon
Address: Estrada das Laranjeiras, 144 - Quinta das Milflores, 1649-021 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone: +351 217 248 510
Email: brasemb.lisboa@itamaraty.gov.br.
Website: travel.state.gov.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Local Embassy and Consulates
If you are not a US citizen, please locate your country’s embassy or consulate in Lisbon for assistance with emergencies or lost documents.
Website: Embassy Worldwide Directory.
Common Embassy and Consulate Support Services
- Lost or Stolen Passports: Assistance with issuing emergency passports or replacing lost/stolen ones.
- Legal Issues: Help if detained, arrested, or needing legal representation abroad. Consulates can notify families, ensure access to legal counsel, and provide welfare checks.
- Medical Emergencies: Guidance on accessing local medical care or navigating foreign healthcare systems.
- Victim Assistance: Support for those who have been robbed, assaulted, or otherwise victimized, including connecting with local resources like lawyers and police.
- Emergency Evacuations: Coordination during crises such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or political emergencies.
- Document Services: Notarizing documents, issuing birth or death certificates for citizens abroad, and assisting with citizenship matters.
Safety Tips
- Keep your passport and valuables secure; avoid carrying large sums of cash.
- Be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas like trams or tourist spots.
- Use well-lit and secure accommodation and transportation options.
Medical and Medical Insurance
- The US government does NOT pay for medical bills. Be aware that US Medicare does not apply overseas.
Good medical care is available, but facilities may be limited outside urban areas. Public hospitals offer services at lower costs than private hospitals.
Payment is expected upon admission to private hospitals.
- Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments.
- If traveling with prescription medication, check here to ensure the medication is legal in Portugal.
- Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging with your doctor’s prescription.
Information about an Emergency Medical Card is available here.
Hospitals near the Altis Grand Hotel
Alegria Medical Centre
*Public*
Address:Praça da Alegria 66 Andar 3°, 1250-004 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone:+351211452289
Hours:Monday – Friday: Open 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday: Open 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Distance from Event Space:3-minute drive
Hospital Santo António dos Capuchos
*Public*
Address:Alameda Santo António dos Capuchos, 1169-050 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone:+351213136300
Hours:Please call to confirm hours of operation
Distance from Event Space:7-minute drive
Hospital de São José (Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central)
*Public*
Address:R. José António Serrano, 1150-199 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone:+351218841000
Hours:OPEN 24 HOURS, all days
Distance from Event Space:8-minute drive
Santa Marta Hospital
*Public*
Address:R. de Santa Marta 50, 1169-024 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone:+351213594000
Hours:Monday – Friday: Open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Open 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Distance from Event Space:10-minute drive
Travel Checklist
Check out the
United States Department of State Traveler’s Checklist.
Also, check out their Checklist for Older Travelers.
Lisbon, Portugal Trip Checklist (November 2025)
Travel Essentials
- Passport and any necessary visas
- Flight tickets and travel insurance
- Accommodation confirmation
- Credit/debit cards and some euros (€)
- Phone and charger (+ adapter for Type F plugs)
- Lisbon Metro card (can buy on arrival)
Clothing and Accessories
- Light jacket and raincoat (mild but rainy weather)
- Sweaters and long-sleeve shirts
- Comfortable walking shoes (hilly terrain)
- Scarf and umbrella for cooler/rainy days
- Sunglasses and hat
Toiletries and Medications
- Travel-size toiletries and personal items
- Any prescription medications
- Basic first aid (pain relievers, motion sickness pills, etc.)
Miscellaneous
- Guidebook or offline maps
- Emergency contacts and copies of important documents
- Portable power bank
- Reusable water bottle
Airlines to Lisbon
To access a list of airlines that serve Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and their information, please click here.
Lisbon International Travel
For an international flight, it is generally recommended to arrive at the airport at least three hours before your scheduled departure time to allow ample time for check-in, security screening, and customs procedures. Check your airline's specific recommendations, the airport you are departing from, and any potential peak travel times.
Transportation
Metropolitano de Lisboa
For information regarding routes, status updates, and pricing, click here.
Metropolitano de Lisboa lines
Late-Night Transportation
Although Lisbon provides several choices when it comes to late-night transportation, including taxis, ride-sharding services like Uber, and the Metropolitano de Lisboa, it is important to note that your options may be limited. The Metropolitano de Lisboa closes at 1:00 a.m.
Early Morning Transportation
The Metropolitano de Lisboa opens at 6:30 a.m. Taxis and ride-share options like Uber are also available.
Transportation options from Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Altis Grand Hotel, Lisbon
Subway
Metro Lisboa
Every 10 minutes
US $2-8
18-minute transportation time
Line 744 Bus
Every 15 minutes
US $3
32-minute transportation time
Taxi
US $9-11
8-minute transportation time (4.6 miles)
Shuttle
US $15
8-minute transportation time
Uber
Prices and transportation times vary
Visas
Passports are required by all to enter Portugal unless you are an EU citizen with a valid national ID card. Visit here for a list of the EU countries. Visit here to see if you need to apply for a visa based on your citizenship.
Currency
The official currency in Lisbon is the Euro. The exchange rate fluctuates daily. Many restaurants, shops, and taxis ONLY accept cash.
If you would like to have Euros in hand before departing from your country, you can order them through your bank (most likely for a fee). One of the best ways to get local currency is to use a debit card in an ATM. It is wise to notify your bank and credit card issuer that you will be traveling to Lisbon and to determine any transaction fees for purchases or ATM withdrawals. Don’t forget to include any connecting airports.
It is advisable to keep receipts of the currency exchanged in case it is necessary to convert Euros back into dollars before leaving the country.
Credit card companies charge merchants for their service, which means that when you pay with a credit card the merchant gets less than when you pay in cash. Small businesses in Portugal often operate on a thin margin, and therefore much prefer cash.
Mastercard, Visa, and American Express are widely accepted IF an establishment accepts credit cards. If you are bringing an American Express, you may want to bring a second type of card in case an establishment does not accept American Express.
Lisbon, like most of Portugal, does not widely accept traveler's checks; it is highly recommended to avoid using them as they are difficult to exchange, and most businesses will not accept them.
Electric and Plug Outlet Requirements
Portugal uses the Type F plug. Type F electrical plugs used in Portugal are commonly referred to as a Schuko plug.
For more information about Type F plugs and electricity, please click here.
A Type F adapter plug can be purchased here.
Weather
Lisbon Weather Channel can be accessed here.
Portugal enjoys a pleasantly mild climate in November, with temperatures varying across different regions. In cities like Lisbon and Porto, you can expect average highs of around 68°F and lows of 50°F. Sightseers should prepare for rain, as November is the wettest month of the year, with an average of 8.4 days with at least 0.04 inches of precipitation.
Average Highs and Lows in November in Lisbon:
Time Zone
The time zone for Lisbon is Western European Standard Time, which is five hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
Phone Information
Most phones will work in Portugal, but you should check with your carrier and plan for roaming charges.
- Roaming charges may apply, depending on your home country and mobile provider.
- If you have an iPhone, you can check if it's unlocked and set it up for international use.
- Research your provider's international rates.
- Check your mobile network options ahead of time.
- Travelers from the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) can usually use their domestic plan without extra charges.
- UNITED STATES
- To call Portugal from the United States, dial 011, then 351, then the area code, and finally the phone number; “011” is the US exit code, and “351” is the country code for Portugal.
- To call the United States from Portugal, dial 00, then 1, then the area code, and then the phone number.
- BRAZIL
- To call Portugal from Brazil, dial 00 351 followed by the area code and phone number; "00" is the Brazilian exit code, and "351" is the country code for Portugal.
- To call Brazil from Portugal, dial "00" (the international access code for most European countries), followed by the Brazil country code "55", then the area code, and finally the phone in Brazil.
Emergency Information
- Universal emergency number: 112 is the standard emergency number across the European Union.
- Access to all services: By dialing 112, you can reach firefighters, police, and medical emergency services.
- Free to call: You can call 112 for free from any phone, landline or mobile.