Practical Madeira
Madeira guides
Clear, bilingual guides built around official sources and the websites you actually need.
Getting around
Madeira public transport: SIGA buses, Aerobus and fares
How to use the SIGA network, choose GIRO tickets, travel from Madeira Airport to Funchal and plan trips around the island without a car.
Nature and safety
Madeira trail status: booking, fees and hiking rules
Where to check official PR trail status, book through SIMplifica, confirm current fees and prepare for a safe hike in Madeira.
Living in Madeira
Moving to Madeira: residence, NIF, healthcare and essential services
A practical order for residence, NIF, NISS, healthcare number, Madeira Resident Card and public services when moving to Madeira.
Safety and healthcare
Madeira emergencies: 112, urgent healthcare and official alerts
The numbers to save, when to call 112 or SNS 24, where to check Civil Protection alerts and how to request help in the mountains or at sea.