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Embassy consular section · Washington, DC

Portuguese passport at the Washington, DC embassy

Embassy of Portugal in Washington, DC (consular section)

2012 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9 AM–1 PM

Step by step

  1. Check that you live in this office’s district (27 states and territories). Check your state.
  2. Book your appointment on the official booking page.
  3. Prepare the documents listed by the government below.
  4. Go to 2012 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036 (Monday–Friday 9 AM–1 PM) on the day of your appointment.

Documents and requirements

  • Renewal
    • Attend in person with prior online appointment
    • Valid Citizen Card or Identity Card; renew expired identity document first
    • Previous passport
    • Proof of US residence if possible
  • Minors: Minor and both parents attend; alternatively legal custodian with current custody order. If one parent absent, notarized passport authorization and certified ID copy may be required.
  • Read the official instructions (washingtondc.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt)

Source: washingtondc.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt.

More about the Washington embassy

Does this office serve you?

Portugal assigns each US state to one office. Pick the state where you live:

This office lists 27 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest Portuguese offices

All 8 Portuguese offices in the US

Other consulates in Washington

All 47 consulates in Washington

Questions

Can I renew my Portuguese passport at the Washington, DC embassy?

Only if you live in its consular district: District of Columbia, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin. If you live elsewhere, apply at the Portuguese office for your state.

Do I need an appointment for a passport at the Washington, DC embassy?

The consulate states that an appointment is required.

Sources (official websites, checked on October 30, 2026):

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