Portugal+351Tip: If the number starts with {prefix}, we'll remove it automatically for international dialing.
Check with your provider for international rates. Standard carrier charges may apply.
Dialing formula from Brazil to Portugal
To call Portugal from Brazil, dial: 00 + 351 + area code + local number
Example: 00 351 XX XXXX XXXX (where XX is the area code)
Current time and best calling window between Brazil and Portugal
Step-by-step calling Portugal from Brazil
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Dial the Brazil Exit Code: 00
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Enter the Portugal Country Code: +351
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Input local Portugal area code and local number
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Check the time zone and best time to call: UTC+0
Mother tongue connection
Brazilians in Portugal—now a significant community—stay connected with family back home. Shared language makes calls easy; shared culture makes them meaningful. Business, family, and opportunity flow both ways.
Everything you need to know about calling Portugal from Brazil
Connecting with friends, family, or business partners in Portugal from Brazil is straightforward when you understand the correct international dialing protocols. Whether you are calling a landline in Lisbon or a mobile phone in a remote province, this guide ensures your call connects on the first attempt.
The dialing sequence explained
To place your call, you must first signal to your local carrier that you are making an international call by dialing the Exit Code (IDD). For Brazil, this code is 00.
Once you have exited the local network, you must enter the Country Code (ISD) for Portugal, which is +351. This tells the global switching system to route your call specifically to Portugal's infrastructure.
Important rule on the trunk prefix
A common point of confusion is the 'Trunk Prefix'—usually a 0. In domestic calls within Portugal, this digit is used to signal a long-distance call. However, when calling internationally, this prefix must be omitted. If the local number you have is 012345678, you would only dial 12345678 after the country code.
Check the local time zone and scheduling considerations
Before you dial, consider the significant time difference. Portugal is currently 3 hours ahead of Brazil. While it might be mid-afternoon for you in São Paulo, it could be the middle of the night in Lisbon.
Our live tracker shows that it is currently 22:33 in Portugal. Based on standard business hours (09:00 to 17:00), we categorize this time as Night Hours. Calling during 'Social Hours' (07:00–09:00 or 17:00–21:00) is generally acceptable for personal calls, but we recommend avoiding 'Night Hours' (21:00–07:00) unless it is an emergency.
Cost-saving tips
International carrier rates can be high. For longer conversations, consider using data-based platforms or checking with your provider for international calling bundles specifically for the Brazil to Portugal corridor. Finally, save contacts in the '+' format to avoid manual dialing in the future.
