The extension of the Covid 'state of alert' in mainland Portugal to the end of August could be a prelude to further restrictions, warned an official.
On August 1, Minister of State Mariana Vieira da Silva confirmed the extension and warned that further restrictions could be imposed. She said: "When autumn comes, we might have a worsening of the pandemic that may make it necessary to take additional measures."
The extension also means the current rules, including Portugal's face mask requirement, will continue.
Most restrictions have been lifted, but face coverings are currently mandated for visitors aged ten and above on planes, public transport, taxis and healthcare settings, including retirement and nursing homes.
Portugal dropped all restrictions in early July, allowing holidaymakers to enter regardless of vaccination status.
There are separate guidelines in place in the Azores, Madeira and Porto Santo, all of which are under a state of emergency.
The face mask rules in Madeira and Porto Santo require face coverings for everyone aged six and over in medical facilities, public transport. Visitors are also required to wear masks up to the 10th day from the start of Covid symptoms or a positive result.
In the Azores, face coverings apply to people aged nine and over in similar locations, such as public transport, planes, and healthcare settings. Visitors must show a negative Covid test to enter medical facilities, retirement and nursing homes.
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