The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros or MNE) confirmed that 114 Portuguese citizens and people of Portuguese descent have died following the double earthquake in Venezuela on June 24. There are currently 54 people still reported as missing. The government continues to monitor the situation as recovery efforts proceed in the affected regions.
Portuguese death toll in Venezuela earthquakes rises to 114
Monday, 13 July 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros) oversees Portugal’s foreign policy and consular services, including passports, visa advice and assistance to citizens abroad. Expats should contact their consulate or the ministry for emergency help, repatriation issues or official documentation while living or travelling overseas.
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