FAQs

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What do I need to travel to Portugal?

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You will need your passport & your passport should be valid for at least 6 more months when entering Europe. UPDATED INFO FOR EUROPEAN TRAVEL - APRIL 2026: There have been changes to how entry/exit into the EU works. This new system is called "EES". You still need your passport, but to save time, you can pre-register on an app and get through customs faster if you are entering the EU through Portugal. What is EES? The Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new system for travelers from non-EU countries. It replaces passport stamping. You will go through the EES during your first point of entry into the EU and on your way out. If you have a layover in the EU on your way to Portugal, please take into account potential delays with this new system. What is Required? Upon your first entry into the EU, you will need to provide fingerprints and a facial image. If you have a biometric passport (a small gold rectangle on the front cover at the bottom), you are eligible for pre-registration. You can save significant time by using the "Travel to Europe" mobile app. Pre-registration is currently only available for those entering into the EU through PT or Sweden. Other EU countries do not offer the pre-registration option at this time. Within 72 hours of your arrival in EU, download the app to pre-register. When you land, look for the "Mobile App" lanes for faster entry. If your passport does not have the biometric chip icon, you can still enter Portugal without issue, but you will not be able to use the mobile app to pre-register. Upon landing in Portugal, proceed to the "All Passports" or staffed border control booths. This manual process can take extra time. For more information, visit this website: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/en/ees Starting late 2026, Brazilians, along with citizens of other countries with visa-waiver agreements, will need an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) for short stays in Portugal. This should not be in effect just yet

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Where can I find travel and hotel info?

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Please see the "Travel" tab that is now available for your viewing

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How do I get to Braga?

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There are several ways! Our top recommendation is to fly into Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) and Uber to the hotel from there. If you choose to fly into Lisbon, there are various domestic flight and train options to Braga. Renting a car is also a great option if you want to explore Portugal along the way - the Lisbon airport is about a 3.5 hour drive to Braga city center.

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Should I rent a car?

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Totally up to you! From our previous trips, we have found it easy (and most affordable) to order Ubers. However, we have always enjoyed renting a car and exploring Portugal! The roads are very easy and safe to navigate. Renting a car is definitely a great option if you plan to explore more on your own or extend your trip.

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Are our kids invited to the wedding?

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While we would love to include every member of our families and friends, even the littlest ones, our venue is unable to accommodate children of our guests due to limited capacity. Wedding invitations will explicitly list the names of people invited.

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Are there any pre-wedding plans?

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We will be having a welcome party for all guests on May 17, 2026. Time and location details can be found on the "Schedule" Tab.

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What should I wear for the wedding?

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We would love for you to dress up with us! We ask that you wear formal attire. Ties optional for men for both the welcome party and the wedding

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Is the wedding or reception outside?

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TBD for the ceremony. Cocktail hour is expected to be outside weather pending. Dinner and reception will be indoors.

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How do we get to the wedding venue?

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We will offer transportation to and from the wedding venue on May 18, 2026. Shuttles will pickup from the hotel in Braga City Center. Times TBD. Shuttles will be offered from the venue back to the hotel in Braga City Center. Times TBD. If you prefer to Uber or drive, that is an option as well. There is parking available at the venue for anyone that plans on driving. Address for venue is: R. Solar da Levada 28, 4720-059 Prozelo, Portugal. You can also just try typing in "Solar da Levada" if you are using maps on phone to ensure you get to the right place.

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When does the reception end, will there be an after party?

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We have the venue rented until 4AM and will offer a shuttles back to the hotel/city center of Braga at scattered times. Times of shuttles TBD.

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We are wanting to stay in Portugal and explore. Do you have any recomendations?

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Yes! Please visit the "Things to Do" tab!

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How do I stay in the loop about festivities and transportation updates?

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Join the WhatsApp Group we created for this exact purpose. We will be sharing updates and reminders for everyone attending: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CE78JE8Rs3IK7qyMJvcyId