Embassy of Portugal in Brussels, Belgium; address Avenue de Cortenbergh 12, 1040, Bruxelles; phone +22864335. Head of mission: Mr. António Costa Moura. Plus…
Head of mission: Mr. António Costa Moura, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Abel Maria Magalhães Gomes Pereira, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Paul Deschepper, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Bruno Jonkheer Joos de ter Beerst, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Belgium, 29 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Manuel Vieira, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Portugal is a vibrant destination known for its cultural richness and natural beauty, appealing to many tourists worldwide. Recent trends show a gradual increase in foreign tourist arrivals, highlighting its enduring attractiveness. With 8.6 million Belgians traveling abroad annually, a portion of them is likely to consider Portugal as a travel destination.
Portugal is considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Belgium. It ranks 15th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than Belgium, which ranks 39th. According to the Global Peace Index, Portugal is the 7th safest country globally, compared to Belgium's 16th place. In terms of crime statistics, Portugal has a lower murder rate at 0.8 per 100,000 people, while Belgium's rate is 1.1. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Portugal generally has lower scores in various crime categories compared to Belgium, suggesting a lower prevalence of organized crime. Overall, tourists from Belgium can feel relatively secure when visiting Portugal.