School: (+351) 21 840 74 25 | infocel@cel.pt

training for companies: (+351) 21 382 71 30 | infoempresas@cel.pt

Portuguese Foreign Language

Why learn Portuguese?

Portuguese is the 9th most spoken language in the world and the 4th most spoken European language in the world.


It opens the doors not only to Portugal but also to Brazil and other fascinating countries such as Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe, Macau and East Timor, among others. 258 million people speak Portuguese every day!

How to learn Portuguese at Centro Europeu de Línguas?

In small groups or individual classes, in person at our school or at your company, or online… the choice is yours!
The course is tailor-made and can be geared towards day-to-day needs or professional purposes… or both.

Special program for migrants

We have a special learning program for those who chose Portugal to live and/or work. The course helps you integrate into Portuguese society and facilitates the construction of your future, in the country that belongs to all of us.

transparent certification

We use the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and the professional training certification system in Portugal, SIGO.

extra-curricular activities

We have several proposals to complement your Portuguese learning experience with fascinating cultural and leisure experiences. Just consult us!

The Portuguese as a Foreign Language courses at Centro Europeu de Línguas provide the essential flexibility to respond effectively to any practical needs that a citizen may have in social or professional life or in contexts in which it is necessary to apply vocabulary, expressions, cultural knowledge and professionals.

Being recognized by the Ministry of Education in Portugal and accredited by DGERT, the CENTRO EUROPEU DE LÍNGUAS certifies the language skills of its students at the end of each course. But beyond learning, our team will help you discover the beauty of our country and is fully available to present you with the best options for your accommodation (in small hotels and family houses) and specific programs to familiarize yourself with the everyday culture of Portugal. You can complete your learning through programs involving theatre, music, gastronomy, and sports, in addition to our fabulous beaches. We have many suggestions to make your stay in Portugal unforgettable.