Portugal is represented in Australia by its embassy in Canberra, a consulate-general in Sydney and 5 honorary consuls.
Each office serves a set area called a consular district. Check which office covers the state where you live before you book an appointment or post documents.
Which office of Portugal covers your state
| If you live in | Contact |
|---|---|
| New South Wales | Consulate-General in Sydney |
| Victoria | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
| Queensland | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
| Western Australia | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
| South Australia | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
| Tasmania | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
| Northern Territory | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
| Australian Capital Territory | Embassy in Canberra (Deakin) |
Offices of Portugal in Australia
Open an office to see its full address, opening hours by day, the area it serves and how to contact it.
- Embassy in Canberra (Deakin)Embassy of Portugal in CanberraSuite 8 and 9, Stephen House, 32 Thesiger Court, DEAKIN, ACT 2600+61 2 6260 4970Address, hours and services
- Consulate-General in SydneyConsulate-General of Portugal in SydneySuite 15.01, Level 15, 55 Clarence Street, Sydney, NSW 2000+61 2 9262 2199Address, hours and services
Honorary consuls of Portugal
Honorary consuls are appointed by Portugal to help its citizens locally. They can assist in emergencies and with some certificates, but rarely issue passports or visas.
- Honorary Consulate in Darwin (Tiwi)Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Darwin34 Rocklands Drive, Tiwi, NT 0812Address, hours and services
- Honorary Consulate in Brisbane (Bulimba)Honorary Consulate of Portugal in BrisbanePO Box 758, Bulimba, QLD 4171Address, hours and services
- Honorary Consulate in Adelaide (Salisbury South)Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Adelaide18 Acrylon Road, Salisbury South, SA 5106+61 8 8285 9000Address, hours and services
- Honorary Consulate in Melbourne (South Melbourne)Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Melbourne407 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne, VIC 3205+61 3 9028 2830Address, hours and services
- Honorary Consulate in Perth (Fremantle)Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Perth117 South Terrace, Fremantle, WA 6160+61 8 9430 4208Address, hours and services
Consular services of Portugal for people in Australia
Portugal's official channels list 9 services for people in Australia. Each one shows where to apply, what to bring and the fees when they are published.
- Birth registration and nationality for childrenChildren born in Australia to a Portuguese mother or father should be registered so they are recognised as Portuguese nationals by origin.
- Portuguese nationality for adults with a Portuguese parentPeople over 18 born abroad to a Portuguese mother or father can apply for Portuguese nationality and are then considered Portuguese by origin.
- Registration of a marriage celebrated in AustraliaPortuguese citizens who married in Australia have the marriage transcribed into the Portuguese civil register.
- Citizen Card (Cartão de Cidadão)The Citizen Card is the compulsory identity document for Portuguese nationals, including those living abroad.
- Powers of attorneyPowers of attorney that require a public deed can be drawn up at the consulate.
- Baggage certificate for returning residentsPortuguese citizens who have lived and worked outside the EU for at least 12 consecutive months can take their personal belongings home duty- and VAT-free when they return permanently, using a baggage certificate from the consulate.
- Portuguese electronic passportPortuguese citizens in Australia apply in person for an ordinary electronic passport.
- Consular registrationPortuguese residents in Australia are advised to register with the Sydney consulate; registration is required to obtain documents at consular posts and is free.
- Electoral registration and voting from abroadPortuguese citizens in Australia can check their electoral roll registration, register with the voting commission for their area, choose in-person or postal voting, and reactivate an inactive registration.
Before you contact Portugal's missions
Office details come from the Australian Government's diplomatic and consular lists and each country's official pages, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Opening hours, fees and requirements change without notice, so confirm with the office before you travel or send documents.
If something on this page is out of date, tell us and we will check it against the official source.