Consular services news in Portugal

The death toll from the earthquakes that struck Venezuela two weeks ago has risen to 4,829, according to the latest report from the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Jorge Rodríguez. The fatalities include 119 Portuguese citizens, while the number of injured remains at 16,740.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that 116 Portuguese citizens and people of Portuguese descent have died following the double earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24. Official figures from Venezuelan authorities indicate the total death toll from the disaster has now exceeded 4,500, while the number of missing persons has decreased to 53.

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.

The number of Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese descent who died in the recent Venezuela earthquakes has risen to 51, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros or MNE). Authorities report that 84 individuals remain missing or unreachable, while the government is considering sending a third search and rescue plane to assist in the recovery efforts.

Dinheiro Vivo lists fees charged by Brazilian consulates in Portugal to help Brazilians budget for routine consular tasks: a biometric passport for adults costs about €132, with different rates for children and other services. The guide covers common transactions such as registering births, legalisations and travel authorisations. Brazilian nationals living in Portugal should check the consulate website before visiting and factor these fees into plans for document renewals or legal procedures.

Update: Biometric passport costs €132 and is valid ten years

Dinheiro Vivo notes the biometric passport referenced is valid for up to ten years for adults; fees vary by age and consular service, so check the specific consulate page before you make an appointment.