Portugal visa requirements for Burkinabes

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Burkinabes visiting Portugal

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Portuguese Visa.


  • An International passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date in Portugal.
  • The passport must have 2 blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • A completed and signed visa application form.
  • Application forms of minor applicants are to be signed by their parents.
  • Passport-sized photographs (35 x 45mm) to be taken on a white background.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance with a coverage of €30,000 minim for medical insurance.

Portugal Visa for Burkinabes

Facts about Portugal


Portugal is a great destination for tourists. The country is located on the Atlantic Ocean and this has really had a great influence on the culture of the people in the country. There are a lot of beautiful beaches and islands in the country as a result of the location of the country. The oceanarium is a top choice of tourists. The oceanarium gives tourists a little feel of the life of sea animals in the ocean. Other top destination includes; Furnas lake, Matosinhos beach, and the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian just to mention a few.

Portugal is a prime destination among tourists and this is reflected in the number of foreign visits the country gets yearly. Over 60 million people visited Portugal in the year 2016 and that figure went up by 12 percent the following year.

Types of Portugal Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days 90 days
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Portugal Visa


  • An International passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date in Portugal.
  • The passport must have 2 blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • A completed and signed visa application form.
  • Application forms of minor applicants are to be signed by their parents.
  • Passport-sized photographs (35 x 45mm) to be taken on a white background.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance with a coverage of €30,000 minim for medical insurance.

Portugal Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Portugal Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Burkina Faso


Location

Address

Burkina Faso does not have a Potuguese embassy. Burkinabes who wish to visit Portugal should go to the nearest country with a Portuguese embassy.

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the official language in Portugal?

The official language in Portugal is Portuguese. It is the 6th most used language online and it is the official language in 9 countries. Apart from Portuguese being spoken in so many countries, it is the 4th most spoken language in the world.


What is Portugal famous for?

Portugal is very famous for so many things: it has the largest bridge in Europe, the largest underwater park, and it produces 50% of the world's cork for brands like Moet Chandon. Portugal is also famous for the world's best footballer, Christiano Ronaldo.


Can I use my foreign ATM cards in Portugal?
ATM cards of all kinds can be used all over Portugal as Portugal has the most advanced ATM and banking system all over the world.


Are hard drugs legal in Portugal?

Hard drugs and substances of all kinds are illegal in Portugal. However, the government has decriminalized the possession of drug substances making it a civil offense and not a criminal one. This means that one will be fined if found in possession of large amounts of drugs/substances as opposed to being sent to jail.


What is Portugal's official currency?
Portugal's official currency is the Euro and it is the only accepted currency all over Portugal.


Is it safe in Portugal?

Portugal is very safe especially for tourists and it is the 4th safe country in the world.