declaração de entrada
Published 4 November 2026, 18:37
declaração de entrada (declaration of entry)
A declaration that a foreign national submits to the police (the GNR or PSP) if they entered Portugal across a border without checks, that is, from another European Union country. The deadline is three working days from the day of entry. The rule comes from Article 14 of the Foreigners Act.
Where you come across it. You flew to Madrid or Paris and then travelled on to Portugal by train, coach or car.
You do not need to submit it if you live here or hold a permit to stay for more than six months, if you go straight to a hotel (the establishment submits it for you through the boletim de alojamento), or if EU free movement rules apply to you. The fine for not submitting it is €60 to €160 (Article 197).
Official website: diariodarepublica.pt/dr/legislacao-consolidada/lei/2007-67564445