UEFA Champions League Finals: travel advice
If you’re travelling to Portugal for the UEFA Champions League Final, you should read this guidance.
All matches will be held behind closed doors.
| Match | Date |
|---|---|
| Final | 23 August |
Venue: Estádio Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Lisbon
Kick off time: 8pm (local time)
As well as this advice, check out our travel advice for Portugal
Travel insurance
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover.
Coronavirus: entry to Portugal
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you will be subject to health screening on arrival at the airport
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your temperature will be checked and if it is 38ºc or over or you show signs of being unwell, you will be referred to the health authorities at the airport
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you may be required to take a COVID-19 test and to self-isolate until you receive your test result
Coronavirus: other measures
You must observe the rules on social distancing and hygiene.
- maintain 2m social distancing
- use a face mask in all enclosed spaces
- wash your hands frequently
- respect maximum capacity rules in shops and services
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drinking alcohol in public places is banned, except for on pavement cafés and restaurants. Last orders are at midnight. Establishments close at 1am.
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gatherings of more than 10 people are banned
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beaches are subject to measures on social distancing and capacity. Check details and occupancy levels on the Portuguese Environment Agency website or download the “Info Praia” app
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you can be fined up to €500 if you breach the regulations
Passports and visas
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you don’t need a visa to travel to Portugal, but your passport should be valid for the period of your stay
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you must show some form of identification if asked by the police or judicial authorities; in most cases, it should be sufficient to carry a photocopy of the data page of your passport, but you can be asked to produce the original document
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if you lose your passport, you can apply for an emergency travel document online; you will have to collect the document from the Consulate in Lisbon or Portimão
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remember to bring your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) but also take out travel insurance even if you’re only going for a short period, it could save you a lot of money if you get into difficulties.
Getting around Lisbon
- local and inter-regional travel is permitted in Portugal.
- taxis are beige-coloured or black and green; they’re available at the airport and at taxi ranks around the city; you can flag down taxis in Portugal
- if you use taxis or private hire, sit in the back and respect the rules on maximum capacity
- if you use public transport, avoid travelling at peak times and ensure you disinfect your hands before and after your journey. Maintain your distance from other passengers as much as possible
- facemasks are mandatory on public transport, in taxis and private hire for everyone over the age of 10
- if you’re driving, you should carry your passport, valid UK driving licence, car logbook or rental contract and insurance; the police can fine you on-the-spot if you don’t have these documents
- there are tolls on Portuguese motorways; you can get a fine if you don’t pay toll fees so remember to carry enough cash with you; don’t use the green lanes (VV - Via Verde) at toll pay points; these are for motorists who subscribe to the automatic pay system; some roads in the north of Portugal and in the Algarve have electronic tolls (SCUTs); check how to pay these before you travel
Tips
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look out for establishments that have been certified “Clean and Safe” by the Portuguese Tourism Board
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as in any other city beware of pickpockets and bag snatchers at airports, railway stations, around the town centre and when using public transport; only carry what you need and leave spare cash and valuables in hotel safety deposit box or split it up and carry it in different places
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there’s no time difference between the UK and Portugal
Contact the British Embassy in Lisbon
British Embassy
Rua de São Bernardo, 33
1249-082 Lisbon
Telephone: +351 21 392 4000 (also for out of hours emergencies)
For more information, please visit British Embassy Lisbon website
Emergency services numbers
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If you are feeling unwell and need advice, call the health authority’s helpline on: (+351) 808 24 24 24, press 9 for English
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For emergency assistance, dial 112
Further information
Last updated 20 August 2020 + show all updates
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Change to travel advice. Portugal now on exemption list.
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First published.