In Portugal, glyphosate 360 g/L remains available for sale in 2026, but the purchasing conditions have significantly changed in recent months. Between the tightening of control over the entire marketing chain and the entry into force of Decreto-Lei n.º 127/2026 in June, the procedures are no longer the same as they were two years ago. Before looking for a point of sale, it is better to understand what Portuguese regulations actually require.
Portuguese AMM number: the criterion that most buyers overlook
You spotted a canister of glyphosate 360 at an agricultural cooperative near Lisbon or Porto. The label mentions the active substance, and the concentration is correct. Can it be purchased with confidence?
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Not exactly. Each formulation must have an AMM number issued by the Portuguese authorities. In practice, a product containing glyphosate 360 g/L sold legally in Spain or France is not automatically marketable in Portugal, even if the active substance is authorized at the European level until 2033.
This distinction between the framework of the European Union and national authorization often causes confusion. Europe validates the active substance, but each member state authorizes (or refuses) commercial formulations one by one. In Portugal, the label in Portuguese and the safety data sheet must correspond exactly to the product and packaging sold.
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To verify the validity of a product, one must consult the database of the DGAV (Direção-Geral de Alimentação e Veterinária), the competent authority. If the AMM number is not listed in this database, the product does not have market authorization in Portugal, regardless of its European origin. Therefore, proceeding with the purchase of glyphosate 360 in Portugal requires checking this point before any transaction.
Cartão de aplicador: the mandatory license to purchase a herbicide in Portugal
Portugal has imposed a licensing system for the application of plant protection products for several years. In 2026, this system was tightened by Decreto-Lei n.º 127/2026, which came into effect at the end of June.
The principle is simple: without a valid cartão de aplicador, it is impossible to purchase glyphosate at a professional point of sale. This card is obtained after certified training provided by accredited centers. Some horticultural establishments, such as Horto do Campo Grande in Lisbon, offer this type of training.
The June 2026 decree also extended the validity of pesticide application licenses to 15 years, according to reports from Agroportal. This measure has drawn criticism in the Portuguese agricultural community, with some observers arguing that such a long interval between renewals undermines good practices.
For a foreign buyer (especially French), the difficulty is twofold:
- Obtaining the cartão de aplicador requires following training in Portuguese and justifying a professional need related to agriculture or the maintenance of green spaces.
- An individual without certification cannot legally obtain a professional-grade plant protection product in Portugal.
- Points of sale are required to verify the license before any transfer, and controls over the marketing chain have been tightened.
A French person residing in Portugal or operating agricultural land there can undergo the training and apply for the card. A passing tourist does not meet these conditions.
Points of sale for glyphosate 360 in Portugal: cooperatives, distributors, and online sales
Unlike France, where glyphosate has been banned for individuals since 2019, Portugal maintains sales within a regulated distribution network. Three main channels exist.
Agricultural cooperatives
Agricultural cooperatives remain the historical channel. They can be found in most rural regions, from Alentejo to Trás-os-Montes. The seller systematically checks the cartão de aplicador and records the sale in a register.
Specialized distributors of plant protection products
Agricultural distribution companies operate throughout the territory. These distributors generally offer a wider range of formulations and can guide customers to the product that has the corresponding Portuguese AMM for their needs.
Online sales from Portugal
Some online platforms offer plant protection products with delivery to Portugal. License verification is done by uploading proof during the order. Be careful: a site that sells glyphosate without requesting a license violates the regulations.
Bringing glyphosate from Portugal to France: what the law says
The temptation exists, as with Spain. The reasoning seems logical: a product legally purchased in an EU country should be able to circulate freely.
In practice, plant protection products do not benefit from free movement in the same way as ordinary consumer goods. In France, the sale of glyphosate to individuals is prohibited. Importing a plant protection product not approved in France exposes one to customs seizure and penalties.
The risk is even more real as border controls, even within the Schengen area, can target vehicles carrying chemical products. A canister of glyphosate in a car trunk constitutes an offense if the buyer does not have a valid French professional authorization and if the product does not have an AMM in France.
- Personal importation of plant protection products is not covered by the principle of free movement of goods.
- Fines can be significant, and the product is systematically confiscated.
- Even a certified French professional with Certiphyto can only use a product in France that has a French AMM.
The Portuguese legal framework and the French legal framework operate in parallel, not in substitution. A purchase compliant in Portugal remains strictly linked to use on Portuguese territory.
The Portuguese regulation of 2026 still offers regulated access to glyphosate 360, but each step (verification of the AMM, obtaining the cartão de aplicador, choosing an authorized point of sale) conditions the legality of the process. Shortening the process exposes one to a non-compliant purchase, with the legal consequences that arise on both sides of the border.