Portuguese residents in Australia are advised to register with the Sydney consulate; registration is required to obtain documents at consular posts and is free.
Where to apply in Australia
Consulate-General of Portugal in Sydney (NSW), which covers Australia except the ACT and holds consular visits in Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Wollongong; the consular section of the Embassy in Canberra covers the ACT.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Portugal.
How to apply
Fill in the personal data form and send it by email.
Documents you need
- Personal data form
- Citizen Card or identity card, or passport, birth certificate or nationality certificate
Fees and processing time
- Free
Good to know
gov.pt page updated 27 March 2026.
Official sources
- sidney.consuladoportugal.mne.gov.pt/pt/assuntos-consulares/informac…
- gov.pt/servicos/realizar-a-inscricao-no-consulado-de-portugal-no-es…
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Portugal's official channels, last checked on 25 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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More services of Portugal in Australia
- Baggage certificate for returning residents
- Birth registration and nationality for children
- Citizen Card (Cartão de Cidadão)
- Electoral registration and voting from abroad
- Portuguese electronic passport
- Portuguese nationality for adults with a Portuguese parent
- Powers of attorney
- Registration of a marriage celebrated in Australia