Emergency Checklist
One document that could save your life.
Your Emergency Checklist puts the right information in the hands of the right people — exactly when it’s needed most.
An In Case of Emergency document is something every person living in Portugal should have — regardless of age, health status, or how long you’ve been here. It’s a simple, structured record of your essential health and contact information, kept somewhere easy to find at home and saved on your phone.
When emergency services arrive, they need to act fast. If you can’t speak — because you’re unconscious, confused, or in pain — this document speaks for you. It tells them your blood type, current medications, allergies, medical history, and who to call.
The VAMOS BEM Emergency Checklist is a free download that guides you through everything you need to include. It also doubles as an excellent starting point for your Advance Directive, your Will, your Power of Attorney, and any estate planning.
What the checklist covers
Personal identification and contact details
Emergency contacts (primary and secondary)
Blood type and organ donor status
Current medications and dosages
Allergies and adverse reactions
Medical history and current conditions
Healthcare providers and SNS number
Insurance details
Location of key documents (will, advance directive)
Final wishes and preferences
