Portugal: Authorities extend domestic COVID-19 restrictions nationwide until June 27 /update 45

Portugal extends domestic COVID-19 restrictions until June 27; international entry restrictions remain in effect.

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Authorities have extended the nation's state of calamity, and domestic restrictions imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 until at least June 27, though have eased restrictions for most municipalities. Most businesses and services are permitted to operate subject to strict hygiene and social distancing measures. Telecommuting is no longer mandatory for workers in lower-risk municipalities. Catering establishments are permitted to remain open until 01:00, with up to six people to a table indoors and 10 people to a table outdoors. Facemasks remain mandatory in indoor public spaces. Tighter restrictions remain in place in higher-risk areas, such as Lisbon, Braga, Odemira, and Vale de Cambra.

International Entry Restrictions
As of June 14, entry is only permitted for travelers from EU-associated states and Australia, China, Israel, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and the UK. Travel from other countries remains prohibited except in limited essential cases, including EU citizens and residents returning home, reuniting with family, and commuting for essential work or study. Authorities are expected to announce they will reopen to travelers from elsewhere in the coming days, providing they can confirm they have been fully vaccinated by a European Medicines Agency Approved vaccine.

All permitted arrivals must currently present a negative result from a COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test taken within 72 hours before boarding. Travelers arriving from countries with COVID-19 incidence rates of over 500 cases per 100,000 inhabitants must also self-isolate for 14 days on arrival; the requirement to self-isolate also applies to travelers who have visited Brazil, India, Nepal, and South Africa 14 days before arrival in Portugal.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.