Language stay abroad in Portugal

Language stay abroad in Portugal

Thanks to its landscapes, its culture and its residents, your study abroad experience in Portugal will be an unforgettable one. Portugal is home to numerous artistic and architectural treasures, historic cities and a very pleasant climate. The capital of Portugal, Lisbon, offers both beauty and a lively nightlife. Porto is another well-known city that was named the cultural capital of Europe in 2001.
Portugal is a destination to discover, where you will be welcomed by its warm residents.

language stay abroad in portugal are particularly beneficial for children and teenagers if  they take place in international environment.

Adults and students  also have the possibility of participating in a language stay abroad in portugal all year round in specialized language schools for  international students.

For your language stay abroad in portugal this site presents the following items: Life at this destination, Geography and climate, Useful information.

Life at this destination

Football is the most known, loved and practiced sport.
Soup is the essential first course of any Portuguese meal. The most popular is the Minho specialty, caldo verde, made from cabbage, potatoes and spiced sausage.
Dried salted codfish known as bacalhau is considered the national dish.
Shops are open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Monday-Friday). On Saturdays, most shops close at 1 p.m., even though there are some open in the afternoon. Shopping centers are open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. or midnight, every day of the week.
Meal times are as follows: lunch - noon to 3pm and dinner - 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Language stay abroad in Portugal Phones

Country Code:
52
  • Portugal to USA :
    00 + 1 + area code + number.
  • Portugal to Great Britain:
    00 + 44 + number of correspondant
  • Portugal to France :
    00 + 33 + number of correspondant (9 digits - leave off the 0).
  • Portugal
    to Spain :

    00 + 34 + area code + number
  • Portugal
    to Belgium :
    00 + 32 + area code + number.
  • Portugal
    to Italy :
    00 + 39 + area code + number.
  • Portugal
    to Germany :
    00 (wait for tone) + 49 + area code + number.
  • Police in Portugal
    :
    112
  • Ambulance in Portugal
    :
    112
  • Firemen in Portugal :
    112

Language stay abroad in Portugal Health insurance

For European residents :

  • You should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK. (see the website www.dh.gov.uk) The EHIC is not a substitute for medical and travel insurance, but covers you for emergency medical treatment. You will not be covered for medical repatriation, on-going medical treatment or treatment of a non-urgent nature.
  • But, because the EHIC does not cover medical repatriation, non-urgent medical problems or on-going treatment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check for any exclusions in your policy and make sure that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake.

Language stay abroad in Portugal Driver's license

  • International Driving Permits or foreign driving licences are accepted.
  • Third Party insurance is compulsory.
  • Minimum age of 18 to drive a car, but higher to rent a car.

Language stay abroad in Portugal Vaccination

There are no specific vaccinations that are required or recommended.

Geography and climate

  • Climate :

    The north of Portugal sees long summers and short summers. Summer lasts longer in the south and it is hot, but kept temperate by the winds.

  • Geography :

    Portugal is bordered by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean. Both north and south Portugal are mountainous. Plains stretch through the center of the country. Beautiful beaches line the shores, especially in the south.

  • Seas / Oceans : Atlantic Ocean

Useful information

Language stay abroad in Portugal Contact(s)


Sur place :
  • Ambassade de France en Portugal
    Rua Santos o Velho n° 5 -
    1293 Lisbonne cedex
    tél : [351] (21) 393 91 00 - 390 81 21
    fax : [351] (21) 393 91 51
  • Consulat Général
    123 Calçada Marques de Abrantes Lisbonne 1200-718
    tél : [351] (21) 393 92 92
    fax : [351] (21) 393 92 22