Useful information

Money

Currency

The Euro is the official Portuguese currency since January 2002

VAT and Taxes

If you live outside the European Union, you are entitled to a VAT refund on your purchases. Make sure the shop is tax refund compliant and don't forget to ask for the tax free document at checkout.

Debit and Credit Card

Card payments are accepted in most establishments.

Health and Safety

COVID-19

The archipelago of Madeira has no restrictions on entry and exit of passengers

Emergency No.

112 is the European Emergency Number and MUST ONLY be used in Emergencies.

Hospitals

The archipelago has several hospitals. In case of emergency, you should go to the public hospital Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça

Traveller Information

Electricity

Electric current: 220V, 50 Hz frequency. Sockets in Portugal follow European standards

Digital Nomads

The parish of Ponta do Sol is Europe's first 'Digital Nomad Village'. Turn Madeira into your office with a view.

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Travelling with pets

You can travel to Madeira accompanied by your cat or dog, but not all airlines will transport pets.

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Travellers Guide

For more information on customs procedures, see the Customs formalities guide for travellers.

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Holidays

Check here all public holidays in Portugal and the archipelago of Madeira.

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Tourist Offices

The archipelago of Madeira has nine Tourist Information Offices, one of which is in Porto Santo. You can get information by calling +351 966 765 718, Monday to Sunday from 9am to 8pm.

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Consulate Offices

See here the list of Consulates in the Autonomous Region of Madeira

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Living in Madeira

Find out some important information if you are thinking of living in the archipelago of Madeira.

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Road information

Some road parts may be closed, either due to roadworks or adverse weather conditions.

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Weather

Madeira and Porto Santo enjoy a pleasant climate all year round. Check the weather forecast and find out what the weather will be like during your stay in the archipelago.

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Accessibility

Madeira continues to work to improve its accessibility. Discover here the places in the archipelago that are accessible to people with special needs.

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Sports Infrastructures

Madeira and Porto Santo are two islands endowed with various sports infrastructures, which allow practising several activities.

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Natural spaces

Since human negligence is the main cause of forest fires, it is essential that users of natural spaces adopt preventive behaviours, both during daytime activities and overnight stays.

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Hiking

Alerts and Route List

Hiking along the archipelago's 'levadas' and trails is a rewarding activity. Discover the hiking trails classified by the Regional Government of Madeira.

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