>>212172939
>7. Punctuality is not a Priority
The tendency to be late for appointments is another stereotype attached to the Portuguese, which is mostly true.
>Aside from the host, it is acceptable and even considered polite to be a little late to meetings and events up to a certain extent.
>For the most part, arriving around five to ten minutes late is okay, but more than 30 minutes is considered rude.
>If you are really short on time and expect to arrive more than 20 minutes after the original appointment, it is best to call the other party and give them a heads-up.
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