Portuguese Courses and Classes for Foreigners in Portugal
Our Portuguese Courses for Foreigners are designed for international residents, expats, professionals, Erasmus students and anyone who wants to learn European Portuguese for everyday life, work or study.
The courses are divided by official CEFR levels. Therefore, students can join the correct group according to their current knowledge:
- A1 – Beginner (50 hours): understand and use simple expressions and basic phrases
- A2 – Elementary (50 hours): communicate in routine situations
- B1 – Intermediate (50 hours): handle most situations and conversations about familiar topics
- B2 – Upper-Intermediate (50 hours): interact fluently and understand more complex texts
- C1/C2 – Advanced: professional and academic mastery of the Portuguese language
Why Study Portuguese at ILO?
There are many reasons why international students choose ILO to learn Portuguese:
- More than 50 years of experience in language teaching (since 1971)
- Structured CEFR programme from beginner to advanced levels
- Qualified and native teachers with international experience
- Small groups and personalised support for each student
- Practical and communicative method with real-life Portuguese
- Located 150 meters from Oeiras train station, with easy access from Lisbon and Cascais
- Certificate of completion at the end of each level
Who Are These Courses For?
Our Portuguese courses in Portugal are ideal for:
- Foreigners living in Portugal who want to integrate and communicate easily
- Professionals who need Portuguese for work or career growth
- Expats and international families who recently moved to Portugal
- Erasmus students and university exchange programmes
- Anyone who wants to speak Portuguese with confidence
Available Portuguese Courses and Class Schedules
| Code | Level | Dates | Days | Time | Hours | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.103 | (A1) | 31 Oct – 19 Dec 2025 | Mon, Wed & Fri | 09:00–11:20 | 50h | In-person/Online |
| 25.104 | (A1) | 04 Nov 2025 – 10 Feb 2026 | Tue & Thu | 18:00–19:50 | 50h | In-person/Online |
| 25.080 | (A1) | 04 Nov 2025 – 10 Feb 2026 | Tue & Thu | 17:00–18:50 | 50h | Oline Only |
| 25.102 | (A1+A2) | 15 Sep 2025 – 25 May 2026 | Tue & Thu | 09:00–11:20 | 150h | In-person/Online |
| 25.077 | (B2) | 12 Dec 2025 – 06 Feb 2026 | Fri | 11:30–13:50 | 50h | In-person/Online |
| 25.078 | Conversation | 26 Set 2025 – 26 Jun 2026 | Fri | 11:30–12:50 | — | In-person |
| Private lessons | Flexible | By appointment | By appointment | — | In-person/Online |
50-hour courses: €384 (payment available in monthly instalments).
150-hour courses: €128 per month.
Not included: €40 enrolment fee (for new students) and course books.
Please do not make any payment until you receive our confirmation that the course will start on the scheduled date. Course start dates may be adjusted if the minimum class size is not met. A minimum of four students is required for a group to open. The maximum class size is ten students, therefore early enrolment is recommended to secure a place.
What happens next?
If you’re interested but not sure which course is right for you, we’re happy to help. Just send us a message and we’ll guide you. If you already know some Portuguese, we can also arrange a free level test so we can place you in the right group.
Ready to start?
If you’ve already chosen a course, great! Simply fill in the enrolment form below on this page. After we receive your form, we’ll confirm your place and send you the next steps by email.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us using our contact form. We’re here to help!