Portugal visa requirements for Comorans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Comorans visiting Portugal

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

  • A valid passport/travel ID.
  • Proof of financial resources to support applicants entire stay.
  • Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs).
  • Two recent passport-sized photos.
  • Medical/travel insurance.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of payment of visa processing fees.
  • Police certificate showing a clean criminal record.

Portugal Visa for Comorans

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
Student visa 15 days More than 90 days
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Work visa 15 days More than 90 days

General Requirements for Portugal Visa

  • A valid passport/travel ID.
  • Proof of financial resources to support applicants entire stay.
  • Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs).
  • Two recent passport-sized photos.
  • Medical/travel insurance.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of payment of visa processing fees.
  • Police certificate showing a clean criminal record.
Portugal Business visa Portugal Student visa Portugal Tourist visa Portugal Work visa

Portugal Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The business visa is for applicants who wish to visit Portugal in order to engage in business activities.
  • Holders of this visa can meet up with business partners for meetings and negotiate and sign contracts.
  • Applicants are allowed to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits while you in the country.
  • An invitation letter from the company the applicant will be visiting in Portugal should be provided. 
  • The address of the company to be visited and the dates of the applicant’s visit should be stated in the letter.
  • If the company you are meeting with in Portugal will be responsible for your expenses while you are in the country, it should be stated in the cover letter.
  • A letter from your employer in Comoros stating awareness and allowance of your business travel for the duration of your time in the country is to be provided.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the applicant and the company or the home country and the company in Portugal is to be provided if there have been any.
  • A certificate of business registration of the Portuguese business partner/company is to be provided.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment with this visa type.
  • The applicant is to return to Niger on or before the expiration of this visa.

Portugal Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Portuguese student visa is for students who have the intention of studying in any institution of learning in Portugal.
  • Applicant must have been offered admission into one of the institutions of learning in Portugal before applying for this visa.
  • An extension of this visa can be granted to cover the duration of the applicant's study program in the country.
  • Once a student applies for a long-stay student visa, a residence permit will need to be applied for upon arriving in Portugal from the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF).
  • An enrollment certificate of the courses to be attended must be provided.
  • The duration of the study and the study type should be stated in the letter.
  • Proof of confirmed accommodation for the applicant's duration of stay is to be provided.
  • Admission letter from the institution you have been accepted into must be submitted. 
  • This is proof that the applicant can attend lectures and write exams at school.
  • Certificates and transcripts of the previously attended schools is also to be provided.
  • Proof of the applicant's financing must be submitted.
  • This could be bank statements of the applicant or parents/guardians, this could also a scholarship or sponsorship letter.
  • A minimum of 38 Euros daily for the applicant's stay is to be provided.

Portugal Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for visa applicants who wish to travel to Portugal for tourism and sightseeing purposes. 
  • Persons who wish to visit friends and relatives in the country are also eligible for this visa.
  • There are two types of tourist visas: Schengen C-type visa and national D-type visa.
  • Schengen C-type visa is valid in Schengen states and it entitles the holder to stay in the territory of all Schengen states and holds a 90-day validity.
  • There is also the national D-type visa which is for visitors who intend to stay in the territory of Portugal for at least 91 days, during one or more visits within a half-year period from the date of first entry.
  • Travellers are required to provide proof of travel medical insurance with a minimum of 30,000Euros coverage within Portugal and the entire Schengen area.
  • Portuguese tourist visa applicants must have at least 53Euros per day to cover their daily expenses for the duration of their whole stay.
  • Foreigners are to register with Portuguese Immigration Service within three days of entry into Portugal. 
  • Failure to comply with this requirement will result in an administrative offence punishable with a fine from €60 to €160.
  • A bank statement that shows that the applicant has enough money to cover the cost of their trip to Portugal and daily expenses while still in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation must be provided.
  • This could be hotel reservations or the address of the invitee. 
  • Applicants are advised not to make hotel bookings before they are given this visa to avoid paying cancellation fees.

Portugal Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for applicants who wish to work while in Portugal.
  • In some cases, depending on the applicant's nationality and the role they are to assume, a permit may not be necessary.
  • Most third-country nationals will need to apply for a visa to live and work in Portugal, although there are several different routes to do this.
  • Applicants of this visa must have a job offer.
  • Your future boss will also be asked to prove that they tried to recruit the role within Portugal before making the offer to a foreigner, so the process can take some time.
  • To get your permit, your manager will have to submit the formal offer of employment to the authorities who’ll then start the visa process.
  • You then can complete the application in your home country by visiting your local embassy.
  • Each embassy will have a slightly different process so it's important to check the requirements. Some will offer appointments while others might work on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.
  • In most cases, work visas can be issued for up to three years.
  • If it's more suitable for your situation you might also apply for a residence visa, which allows you entry to Portugal with the intention of applying for a residence permit once there.
  • Visa fees vary, depending on type and duration.

Portugal Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Work visa

60.00 (EUR)

Portugal Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Comoros

Location

Address

Moroni

Quartier Hamra B.P. 523

(+269) 731 669

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe in Portugal?

Portugal is one of the safest European countries. Crimes rates are very low and often concern a few isolated neighbourhoods. Petty crime, like bag snatching and pickpocketing, is a serious problem around touristic areas and public transport.

What is Portugal's official language?

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.

Are drugs legal in Portugal?

Drugs and substances of all kinds are illegal in Portugal. However, the government has decriminalized the possession of drug substances making it a civil offence 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.

Are ATM cards used 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.