Portugal visa requirements for Liberians

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Basic Travel Requirements for Liberians visiting Portugal

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

Duly signed completely visa form.
2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
Your passport and copies of your previous visas valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required.
Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
Copy of your return-ticket reservation.
Schengen travel insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Portugal and the entire Schengen area.
A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to Portugal and itinerary
Booked flight itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Portugal.
Hotel booking reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Portugal.
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.
Proof of civil status.

Portugal Visa for Liberians

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

Duly signed completely visa form.
2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
Your passport and copies of your previous visas valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required.
Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
Copy of your return-ticket reservation.
Schengen travel insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Portugal and the entire Schengen area.
A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to Portugal and itinerary
Booked flight itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Portugal.
Hotel booking reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Portugal.
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.
Proof of civil status.

Portugal Tourist visa Portugal Business visa Portugal Student visa

Portugal Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

The Portuguese tourist visa is issued to Liberians traveling to Portugal for tourism purposes.
The Portuguese tourist visa is a short-stay visa valid for a period of 3 months.
The Portugal tourist visa is a sticker visa, and can only be applied for in one's home country or one's country of permanent residence.
Applicants who are employed must provide a letter from their employer. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and must confirm the awareness of their leave.
You are not allowed to take up jobs in the country during your stay.
An invitation letter from your friend or family in Portugal is needed. The letter must contain the address and full contact details of the host.
You are to exit the country on or before your visa expires.
Minors should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate while applying for this visa. If they are traveling without a parent, a notarized consent signed by both their parents is required.
Non-Liberians applying for this visa should provide evidence of legal stay in Liberia.
You are to provide your bank statements for the last 6 months to prove you are financially capable to make the trip.
Proof of civil ties to your home country must be presented.
Good medical care is available in Portugal, but facilities may be limited outside of urban areas.
Public hospitals offer services at costs lower than private hospitals.
All documents submitted must be original and certified copies.
All documents to be submitted must be translated into Portuguese.

Portugal Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

This visa is issued to Liberians traveling to Portugal for business purposes.
An invitation letter from the Portuguese company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit should be provided.
Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies), as well as a trade license, may be asked.
If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating and allowing your business travel.
A letter from the applicant’s employer in Liberia stating the applicant’s job position, salary level and length of employment should be provided.
Proof of previous business dealings between the host company and the sponsoring company should be provided.
Regarding the applicant’s expenses during the stay in the Schengen zone, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter of invitation.
If you will be attending a conference while you are in Portugal, proof of registration and payment for the conference is required.
If self-employed, you must provide the following:

A copy of your business license
Your company's bank statement from the latest 6 months
Income Tax Return (ITR).

You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
This visa allows foreign nationals to attend and participate in trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars in the country.

Portugal Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

This visa is issued to Liberians who have the intention of studying in a school in Portugal.
Before applying for this visa, you must have been accepted into your school or university of your choice in Portugal.
A residence permit will need to be applied for upon arriving in Portugal from the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF).
A letter of admission from the institution you have been accepted into is required. This is proof that you can attend lectures and write exams at the school.
You are expected to get a residence permit within three months of arriving in Portugal which will then be valid for one year.
Certificates and transcripts of the schools you previously attended should be provided during the visa application.
Proof that you can sufficiently finance your stay in Portugal must be provided.
Students are required to have at least 38 euros for their daily spending in Portugal.
Foreign students are allowed to take up part-time jobs as long as it does not affect their studies in the country.
This visa can be extended to cover up your duration of study in the country.
Minors applying for this visa type are required to submit the original copy of their birth certificate.
Non-Liberians should provide evidence of legal residence in Liberia.
Proof of accommodation, usually in the form of a hostel accommodation, will be asked.
You are to provide a document confirming enrolment into the institution, stating the type and length of the course.
All documents to be submitted must be original and certified copies.
A holder of the Portuguese student visa can stay in Portugal for as long as their study curriculum permits.
Portuguese universities offer numerous quality study programs while charging affordable tuition fees.

Portugal Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

75.00 (EUR)

Portugal Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Liberia

Location

Address

Monrovia

There is currently no Embassy of Portugal in Liberia. Applicants are advised to use consulates in neighboring countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How developed is Portugal?

Portugal is a developed country with an advanced and high-income economy and also has the lowest GDP per capita in Western Europe. Its population has one of the lowest incomes per head among member states of the European Union.

What is the best month to visit Portugal?

The best time to visit Portugal is either from March to May or September to October. During these periods, the weather is still warm, hotel rates are cheaper and there are fewer crowds in the country compared to summer.

How safe is Portugal?

With its very low rate of reported crime, Portugal is among the safest countries in Europe. Other than a few cases of petty theft and pickpocketing in crowded tourist areas, there is not much else to worry about.

Will I need travel insurance in Portugal?

It is vital that you take out valid comprehensive travel insurance that covers all medical allowances for your trip to Portugal. Please ensure that your insurance covers you for medical evacuation and repatriation both internationally and locally.