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How to get a Portugal visa from Malawi
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Malawian passport holders travelling to Portugal.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Portugal.
Business visa
Processing time15 business days
Validity90 days
Tourist visa
Processing time15 business days
Validity90 days
Application requirements
Documents Malawian applicants need to provide.
- Original Malawi passport that is valid for at least 6 months and has at least 3 empty pages.
- The signed application form that is correctly filled is required.
- No column of the visa form should be left blank or incomplete.
- The application form should be filled with a black or blue pen.
- Applications filled out with pencils will not be accepted.
- Two recently taken passport photograph in color with white background is required.
- The passport photographs should be taken within the last three months.
- Black and white photos and photos printed on paper will not be accepted.
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.
- A confirmed return/onward ticket is required.
- All documents should be submitted at the embassy of Portugal.
- Applicants should provide vaccination against yellow fever certificates.
- Vaccination against typhoid is also required.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended length of stay in Portugal.
- Application form should be correctly filled, signed and stamped.
- Bank statement showing proof of enough funds throughout the stay in Portugal.
- Letter of invitation from the host in Portugal introducing the applicant and the purpose of travel to Portugal.
- The letter must also state the place of stay, duration of stay, and information of host in Portugal.
- The host is required to provide a copy of Portugal's passport or ID card.
- The letter of invitation, as well as the Portugal passport and ID card, must be notarized by a Government officer in Portugal.
- The applicant must provide an invitation letter from a tour operator in Portugal if the applicant’s purpose of the visit is trekking or mountaineering.
- The tour operator’s registration letter must be approved by the Ministry of Tourism in Portugal.
- A computer-generated flight itinerary or a copy of flight tickets is required.
Business visa
- A business visa is granted to visitors who want to visit Portugal for business purposes.
- Copy of original Malawi passport and validity must be over 6 months.
- Proof of income/bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds while in Portugal is required.
- Duly signed application form that is correctly filled.
- 2 identical passport photographs with a white background and must be taken within the last three months.
- Letter of invitation from sponsor in Portugal explaining the relationship to the applicant and purpose of the visit is required.
- The letter must also include the details of the kind of business to be conducted in Portugal.
- The letter must also include the duration of stay, place of stay, and contact information of Host Company.
- The letter of employment from home company showing proof that the applicant is an employee of the company and in good standing is required.
- The letter must also indicate that leave has been granted and should also include dates revealing the beginning and end of leave.
- Non-Government Organization should submit proof of registration in Malawi and registration with the Government of Portugal.
- NGOs are also required to provide documents that include the name of the project to be carried out in Portugal and proof of financial responsibility.
Where to apply
Portugal embassy & visa application centers in Malawi.
Lilongwe
AddressGinnery Corner Johnstone Road P.O. Box 558 Lilongwe Malawi
Phone(+265) (1) 671.530
Email[email protected]
Website-
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Frequently asked questions
What is Portugal famous for
Portugal is famous for the production of Port Wine, which is produced in the Douro Valley in Northern Portugal. It is a popular dessert wine and is often ordered at the end of a meal in Portuguese restaurants, or as part of a cocktail like Port and Tonic.
What is the official language of Portugal
Portuguese is an Indo-European Romance language and the official language of Portugal. Portuguese is used in several other countries, which have had contact with Portugal over the years. A large population of Portugal's population, about 96%, speaks Portuguese.
When is the best time to travel to Portugal
The best times to visit and experience as much as possible in Portugal are between March and early June or mid-September and mid-to-late November.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Portugal visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.