Diplomatic representation of Portugal in Australia
Portuguese Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Portugal in Canberra represents Portugal in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Portuguese citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Portugal in Canberra is Portugal’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Before visiting: contact the Consular Section or check the latest official instructions for your particular passport, citizenship, document or other consular procedure before travelling to the embassy.
Embassy location
Where is the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Portugal is located in Deakin, Canberra.
The embassy is located at Suite 8 and 9, Stephen House, 32 Thesiger Court, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors requiring consular assistance should check the current attendance and application requirements for their particular service before visiting.
About the mission
About the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Portugal in Canberra is Portugal’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Portuguese Government in its official relations with Australia.
The embassy supports bilateral relations and cooperation between Portugal and Australia and serves as an official point of contact for diplomatic and government matters.
Portugal also maintains a wider consular network in Australia, including a Consulate-General in Sydney and consular representation in several Australian states and territories.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Consular Section of the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra provides information and assistance concerning eligible Portuguese consular procedures.
Portuguese citizens
Portuguese citizens can contact the Consular Section for information about eligible passport, identification, civil registration and other consular matters.
Citizenship and civil matters
Consular procedures may include eligible nationality and civil registration matters. Requirements depend on the particular procedure and the applicant’s circumstances.
Documents and consular matters
The Consular Section can provide information about eligible document-related, certification and other consular procedures.
Check before applying: passport, nationality, civil registration and document procedures can have different requirements. Confirm the latest instructions before submitting an application or travelling to Canberra.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra
Check the current appointment and attendance arrangements for your particular consular procedure before visiting the embassy.
DFAT currently lists the embassy’s general business hours as Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
These are general embassy business hours and should not be interpreted as confirmation that every consular procedure is available without prior arrangements.
Contact the Consular Section or follow the current official Portuguese instructions to determine whether an appointment or personal appearance is required for your service.
Before visiting: confirm the current appointment, application and document requirements for your particular procedure.
Consular network
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
Portugal maintains an embassy and several consular posts in Australia.
The Embassy of Portugal in Canberra is Portugal’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia and includes a Consular Section.
The Consulate-General of Portugal in Sydney has official jurisdiction over New South Wales.
Portugal also maintains consulates with official jurisdictions covering the Northern Territory, South Australia, Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia.
Applicants should check which Portuguese mission is responsible for their location and whether that office provides the particular service required.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the latest requirements before travelling to the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra.
Check the correct mission
Portugal maintains several consular posts in Australia. Depending on your location and service, another Portuguese mission may be the appropriate point of contact.
Prepare your documents
Check the requirements for your particular procedure and prepare all required forms, identification and supporting documents before attending.
Confirm attendance arrangements
Contact the Consular Section or check the latest official instructions to determine whether an appointment or personal appearance is required.
Important: consular procedures, supporting documents and attendance arrangements can change. Always check current official information before applying or travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Portuguese Embassy Canberra FAQ
Does Portugal have an embassy in Australia?
Yes. Portugal maintains the Embassy of Portugal in Canberra as its resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
What is the address of the Portuguese Embassy in Canberra?
The embassy is located at Suite 8 and 9, Stephen House, 32 Thesiger Court, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Portuguese Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6260 4970.
What are the Portuguese Embassy’s business hours?
DFAT currently lists business hours from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Who is the Portuguese Ambassador to Australia?
The current Ambassador of Portugal to Australia is Her Excellency Mrs Carla Manuela Lourenço Saragoça.
Does the Portuguese Embassy have a Consular Section?
Yes. The Embassy of Portugal in Canberra has a Consular Section that can provide information about eligible Portuguese consular procedures.
Does Portugal have a Consulate-General in Australia?
Yes. Portugal maintains a Consulate-General in Sydney with official jurisdiction over New South Wales.
Does Portugal have other consulates in Australia?
Yes. Portugal also maintains consular representation in the Northern Territory, South Australia, Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details, opening hours and consular network on this page.