| Portugal | |
|---|---|
| |
| Participating broadcaster | RTP |
| Participation summary | |
| Appearances | 4 (1 final) |
| First appearance | 1990 |
| Last appearance | 2014 |
| Highest placement | Qualified: 2014 |
| Host | 1996 |
Portugal has participated in the biennial classical music competition Eurovision Young Musicians 4 times since its debut in 1990 and are yet to receive a top 3 placing in any contest (as of 2014). Portugal hosted the contest in 1996.[1] Portugal previously attempted to take part in 1986, but were forced to withdraw as it had been unable to provide a "qualified candidate".[2]
- ^ "Country profile: Portugal". youngmusicians.tv. European Broadcasting Union. Retrieved 17 October 2014.
- ^ "Eurovision Young Musicians 1986". Issuu. 16 July 2014. Retrieved 18 August 2018.