Embaixada dos EUA emite alerta por protestos em Portugal
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Lisbon, Portugal -- November 1, 2026
— U.S. Embassy Lisbon (@USEmbPortugal) November 1, 2026
Location: Portugal
Event: Protests and demonstrations on housing and cost of living are occurring across Portugal, including in Lisbon and Porto. Groups have called for continued protests, and recently police have responded with crowd control methods including tear gas. While permits must be filed for demonstration routes, last-minute changes can happen and protests can occur outside planned routes.
Actions to Take:
Avoid Rossio Square in Lisbon and Dom João Square in Porto.
Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
Monitor local media for updates.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Keep a low profile
For safety, notify friends family of your whereabouts.
For Assistance:
American Citizens Services, U.S. Embassy, Lisbon, Portugal
Emergency during Business Hours: +351 21-727-3300
Emergency outside of Business Hours: +351 21-727-3300
Email: conslisbon@state.gov
Website: https://t.co/pOJO6rLVEj
Department of State – Consular Affairs: 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
See the State Department’s Website for the Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts , and Portugal’s Country Specific Information.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages.
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A embaixada alerta que os percursos das manifestações são sujeitas a autorização, mas "podem haver mudanças de última hora" e "podem ocorrer protestos fora das rotas planeadas".
Na mensagem, a embaixada recomenda aos cidadãos norte-americanos que evitem a Praça do Rossio, em Lisboa, e a Praça Dom João I, no Porto.
Pede ainda atenção e cautela na proximidade de grandes aglomerações ou protestos e que se acompanhe a situação através da imprensa local.