Lisbon Airport introduces fixed taxi prices to prevent fraud

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Lisbon Airport has implemented a new fixed-price tariff system for taxi services to combat fraud and overcharging, issues frequently reported by tourists and residents. The measure follows a cooperation protocol signed in September by the Lisbon City Council, ANA - Aeroportos de Portugal, the Lisbon Tourism Association, the Portuguese Taxi Federation (FPT), and ANTRAL.

In this initial phase, the fixed rates apply to trips from the airport within the municipality. For vehicles carrying up to four passengers and luggage, daytime weekday rates for Zone 1 are set between 16 and 19 euros, while Zone 2 rates for nights, weekends, and holidays range from 20 to 23 euros.

Carlos Silva, president of the FPT, noted that while the tariff is active, the full system—including driver accreditation and automated license plate recognition for access control—is still being finalized. He expects the system to be fully operational by early November. Under the new rules, taxi drivers are prohibited from refusing service and must accept electronic payments and vouchers.

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ANA - Aeroportos de Portugal · ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal · Carlos Silva · Lisbon Airport · Lisbon City Council · Portuguese Taxi Federation

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[● 3 SOURCES] While the physical gate is in place, the system for controlling access via license plate reading is not yet functional. www.correiodamanhacanada.com · www.cmjornal.pt
[● 3 SOURCES] The new fixed taxi fare system at Lisbon Airport begins on Thursday. www.correiodamanhacanada.com · www.cmjornal.pt
[● 3 SOURCES] The system is expected to be fully operational by the beginning of November. www.correiodamanhacanada.com · www.cmjornal.pt
[○ 1 SOURCE] There are approximately 3,500 taxis operating in Lisbon.
[● 3 SOURCES] Fixed taxi fares for trips originating from the Lisbon Airport taxi rank will be 16 or 19 euros, depending on the zone. www.correiodamanhacanada.com · www.cmjornal.pt
[● 3 SOURCES] In the first phase, the system will include all taxi drivers, including those who have not yet completed accreditation. www.correiodamanhacanada.com · www.cmjornal.pt
[● 3 SOURCES] Negotiating fares before entering a vehicle with a switched-off taximeter is prohibited in Portugal. www.kurierverlag.de · de.euronews.com · www.merkur.de
[● 3 SOURCES] Some taxi drivers have reportedly refused card payments, insisting on cash only. www.kurierverlag.de · de.euronews.com · www.merkur.de
[● 3 SOURCES] A protocol was signed in September to establish fixed prices for taxi trips. www.kurierverlag.de · de.euronews.com · www.merkur.de
[● 3 SOURCES] Lisbon Airport is introducing fixed taxi prices to combat fraud and refused rides. www.kurierverlag.de · de.euronews.com · www.merkur.de
[● 3 SOURCES] Passengers have reported manipulated taximeters and artificially lengthened routes. www.kurierverlag.de · de.euronews.com · www.merkur.de