Portugal visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indians visiting Portugal

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

  • An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • 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 which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.

Portugal Visa for Indians

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
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days more than 90 days

General Requirements for Portugal Visa

  • An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • 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 which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
Portugal Tourist visa Portugal Business visa Portugal Student visa

Portugal Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Portuguese tourist visa can be issued to Indians with the intention of traveling to Portugal for tourism and visitation purposes.
  •  Portugal is a Schengen country so you can apply for a Schengen visa.
  • This visa is valid for 90 days in a period of 180 days.
  • Currency restriction for entry into and exit out of Portugal is 10,000 Euros.
  • If you are not staying in a hotel or a similar tourist accommodation, you are required to register with the Portuguese Immigration Service (SEF) within three working days of entering Portugal.
  • You are required to document your entry to prove your length of stay.
  • Failure to comply with these requirements will result in an administrative offense punishable with a fine from €60 to €160.
  • Foreign minors under 18 years of age entering or exiting Portugal must possess an authorization letter of parental consent to travel.
  • A letter of parental consent must be provided. This letter must include the dates and reason for travel and the details of an adult who will be responsible for the child.
  • A Schengen travel Insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Portugal and the entire Schengen area must be provided.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to Portugal and itinerary is required.
  • A flight Itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Portugal must be provided.
  • Hotel booking reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Portugal must be provided by the applicant.
  • Applicants must provide proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Portugal must be provided. This should come in form of a bank statement.

Portugal Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Portuguese business visa enables Indians to visit Portugal to engage in business activities.
  • This visa allows business travelers to meet up with business partners to negotiate and sign contracts. You can also attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits while you are in the country.
  • An invitation letter from the company you will be visiting in Portugal should be provided. The address of the company and the dates of your 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 letter.
  • A letter from your employer in the India stating awareness and allowance of your business travel for the duration of your time in the country is required.
  • If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided
  • A business bank statement of the latest 6 months must also be provided.
  • Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies) Trade License (first issued and present renewal), Proprietorship/Partnership documents are to be provided.
  • Regarding the applicant’s expenses during stay in the Schengen zone, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.

Portugal Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Indians looking to study in Portugal should apply for the Portuguese student visa.
  • There are two types of Portuguese student visa:
    • Schengen short-stay visa: this visa is for students studying for less than 90 days
    • Long-stay visa: this visa is for students studying for more than 90 days.
  • Higher education area adopted a system based on three cycles of study, at bachelor, master and doctorate's level, that is:
    • 1st cycle of study lasting three or four years to attain a bachelor's degree, in Portugal called a licenciatura.
    • 2nd cycle of study lasting one or two years to attain a master's degree, in Portugal called a mestrado.
    • 3rd cycle of study lasting three years to attain a doctorate, in Portugal called adoutoramento.
  • Confirmed accommodation from the inviting institution if on campus or confirmed hotel reservations, stating name, address and telephone number of the hotel, including confirmation number must be provided.
  • A No Criminal Record Certificate must be provided by the applicant.
  • Copy of travel itinerary with acceptance letter or confirmed reservation is required.
  • Applicants are required to provide a valid travel ticket or other proof of departure arrangements.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means to support themselves throughout the stay should be provided.
  • Proof of health insurance coverage of minimum of 30,000 euros must be provided.

Portugal Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Portugal Visa Application Centres & Embassies in India

Location

Address

New Delhi

Portuguese Embassy in New Delhi, India --- 4, Panchsheel Marg Chanakyapuri New Delhi 110021 India

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novadeli@mne.pt embassy@portugal-india.com

(+91) (11) 4607 1001 / 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I go to Portugal with a Schengen visa?

If you already hold a valid Schengen visa issued by any of the other Schengen countries, you do not need to apply for a separate Portugal visa.

How long is a Schengen visa valid for?

A Schengen visa is a short-stay visa that allows the holder to travel to any of the countries of the Schengen area to a total stay of up to 90 days within a period of 180 days for tourist or business purposes.

What is the best time of the year to go to Portugal?

The best time to visit Lisbon is either from March to May or September to October, because the weather is still warm, hotel rates are cheaper and there are fewer crowds than in summer.

What is the coldest month in Portugal?

The coldest month in Portugal is January. The average sea temperature is 15 °C (59 °F).