Disclaimer

afpop considers in good faith that all the information provided is true and accurate after having endeavoured to so confirm to the best of its ability. However, afpop is not qualified to render any technical advice, recommendation or information, nor is it under any legal duty to do so. Therefore, afpop declines any responsibility for possible damages arising directly or indirectly to members or non-members from alleged incorrect or misleading advice, recommendation or information and strongly advises all members to seek always the services of qualified practitioners and/or professionals for any technical matters, such practitioners and/or professionals being exclusively responsible for possible damages arising from their activity, including their technical opinions that may be inserted in our publications.

FS32E - Complaints Book

The Livro de Reclamações (Complaints Book) in Portugal, through which consumers can make a complaint or express their opinion in relation to a particular service or company, is available electronically and they can also be submitted in person by requesting the complaint book at the store/office.

L02E - Boats

To operate a boat in Portugal you need to register it and obtain a license to operate it. Registration involves proof of ownership and can take up to 12 months. Find out more in this Bulletin

I03E - Car Insurance

The terms and conditions of policies issued by other insurance companies or agents may vary and members are advised to make detailed enquiries before deciding where to place their motor vehicle insurance. Members should also take account of the position of any intermediary they work through, in particular the assistance that will be provided in the event of a claim having to be made.

I05E - Travel Insurance

This Bulletin provides information on the types of travel insurance available in Portugal. The Bulletin indicates some of the factors to consider when choosing a policy. In all cases afpop recommends that members take professional advice before selecting a travel insurance policy.

U05E - Gas

Gas is a popular energy source in Portugal, and is available through piped gas or bottled gas. While convenient, gas requires proper installation and maintenance to ensure safety. Find out more in this Information Bulletin.

FS38E - CTT Automatic Lockers - LOCKY

Members might have seen the storage lockers from CTT located in several places. They are lockers where you can safely receive packages if your post-box it is not big enough or if your address is difficult to find for example. Currently, the best-known option belongs to CTT and is called Cacifo CTT Locky or Cacifos24H. Customers can receive purchases from any online store, which means that regardless of whether the store you use has this shipping method or not, you can receive your order in the ‘Locky’ of your choice.  It is important to clarify that membership is free until the 31st of December 2022 (normally has a cost of 1,50€), as payment is made with each order.

FS05E - Hunting

Hunting (Caça) in Portugal is allowed between August and February in areas designated for the purpose. These areas, or ‘Zones’, are identified by use of markers which clearly describe the kind of hunting area and also mark ‘No Hunting’ zones. Hunters (Caçadors) MUST be licenced (Carta de Caçador) and must follow the law about when and where they are allowed to hunt. Generally hunting is allowed on Sunday’s and Thursdays only.