Portugal visa requirements for Namibians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Namibians visiting Portugal

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

  • Your valid international passport booklet with a minimum of two blank pages. The passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your proposed date of departure from Portugal.
  • A copy of the downloaded and electronically filled visa application form.
  • Three (3) Two copies of recently taken white background passport photograph, showing your whole face. Please note that the acceptable photograph dimension is 35 mm x 45 mm.
  • A copy of your flight reservation for your trip to Portugal indicating your proposed date of entry and exit. Do not buy a flight ticket for your visa application and lose money due to visa refusal. 
  • Proof of hotel reservations for your stay in Portugal (if you do not have a host in Portugal). Your hotel reservation must be genuine and valid since the embassy will call any hotel you the hotel to confirm. Some hotels cancel the applicant’s booking when payment is not made within 24 hours; which often leads to visa refusal. Yet, we would not advise you to pay for hotel booking when the visa has not been issued.
  • A copy of your travel insurance certificate, showing that your travel insurance cover is worth 30,000 Euros for your trip to Portugal.
  • Proof of social ties to Namibia; such as your marriage certificate and your child’s birth certificate.
  • Introduction letter from employer, stating that you are their staff and have been granted work leave to visit Portugal.
  • If you are self-employed, you may present your company’s registration certificate alongside a letter introducing you as the owner of your company.
  • Six (6) months bank statement of account, showing your solvency for your trip.
  • Cover letter, explaining your purpose of the trip, duration of stay in Portugal with specific entry and exit dates.
  • Other documents; such as proof of enrolment in an educational institution (if you are a student), consent letter from spouse, and proof of property ownership among others.

Portugal Visa for Namibians

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
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Portugal Visa

  • Your valid international passport booklet with a minimum of two blank pages. The passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your proposed date of departure from Portugal.
  • A copy of the downloaded and electronically filled visa application form.
  • Three (3) Two copies of recently taken white background passport photograph, showing your whole face. Please note that the acceptable photograph dimension is 35 mm x 45 mm.
  • A copy of your flight reservation for your trip to Portugal indicating your proposed date of entry and exit. Do not buy a flight ticket for your visa application and lose money due to visa refusal. 
  • Proof of hotel reservations for your stay in Portugal (if you do not have a host in Portugal). Your hotel reservation must be genuine and valid since the embassy will call any hotel you the hotel to confirm. Some hotels cancel the applicant’s booking when payment is not made within 24 hours; which often leads to visa refusal. Yet, we would not advise you to pay for hotel booking when the visa has not been issued.
  • A copy of your travel insurance certificate, showing that your travel insurance cover is worth 30,000 Euros for your trip to Portugal.
  • Proof of social ties to Namibia; such as your marriage certificate and your child’s birth certificate.
  • Introduction letter from employer, stating that you are their staff and have been granted work leave to visit Portugal.
  • If you are self-employed, you may present your company’s registration certificate alongside a letter introducing you as the owner of your company.
  • Six (6) months bank statement of account, showing your solvency for your trip.
  • Cover letter, explaining your purpose of the trip, duration of stay in Portugal with specific entry and exit dates.
  • Other documents; such as proof of enrolment in an educational institution (if you are a student), consent letter from spouse, and proof of property ownership among others.
Portugal Business visa Portugal Tourist visa Portugal Student visa

Portugal Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Valid passport expiring no earlier than three months at least one blank visa page.
  • Completed application form.
  • One passport size photograph in colour.
  • 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.
  • Documents confirming enrollment, stating type and length of courses to be taken in Portugal.
  • 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.
  • Proof of No Criminal Record Certificate.
  • Payment of any applicable consular fees.
  • Copy of travel itinerary with acceptance letter or confirmed reservation.
  • Valid ticket or other proof of departure arrangements.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means to support themselves throughout the stay.
  • Proof of health insurance coverage.
  • Visa process can take up to 2-3 months.

Portugal Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is given to those who are planning to visit Portugal for temporary work-related purposes. However, do keep in mind that this does not grant the applicant to take up new employment in Portugal. The documents required for applying for a business visa are:
  • Invitation letter from the Portuguese company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit.
  • A certificate from your employer stating/allowing your business travel.
  • If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided.
  • Business bank statement of the latest 6 months.
  • Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies) Trade License (first issued and present renewal), Proprietorship/Partnership documents.
  • 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.
  • The earliest time to apply for a Business visa is three months before your planned trip and the latest is at most 15 working days before you intend to travel to Europe for business purposes.

Portugal Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Invitation letter from your family or friends in Portugal with the address and phone number if applicable.
  • Bank statement of the last 6 months.
  • Passport copies of all documents.
  • Tourists hoping to visit Portugal for relaxation, sightseeing, and other recreational purposes are to apply for this visa.
  • You can also visit friends and family in Portugal with this visa.
  • An invitation letter from your host in the country should be provided if you are visiting a friend or relative. You will also be required to provide the home address, telephone number and a valid means of identification of your host.
  • If you are employed, a letter from your employer stating approval of the trip and affirming the duration is needed.
  • If self-employed, you need to submit your company's documents or a letter from your Accountant confirming that the business exists.
  • Students are required to provide a letter from their school confirming enrollment, awareness of trip and proof of registration for the year under the university's letterhead.
  • You cannot study or take up paid employment in Portugal with this visa.
  • You will be required to submit a full round trip reservation to show you have incentives to leave Portugal at the expiration of your visa.
  • Proof of accommodation in Portugal is necessary. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a confirmation that you will be accommodated by your host in the country.
  • You must show proof that you can cater for yourself while in Portugal.
  • Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000 is required. This is to take care of any possible health problems the applicant might encounter during the stay in Portugal.
  • Overstaying your visa is prohibited, you should leave the country as soon as your visa expires.
  • This visa allows for a stay of 90 days and is valid for 90 days from the issue date.

Portugal Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Portugal Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Namibia

Location

Address

Windhoek

4 Karin Street, Ludwigsdorf P.O. Box 443 Windhoek

windhoek@mne.pt

(+264) 61 25 97 91 (+264) 61 25 97 93

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I extend my Schengen visa in Portugal?

Yes, you can extend your Schengen visa but only in exceptional cases where new facts and special reasons arise after entry in Portugal.

Is Portugal a safe place for tourist?

Portugal is very safe overall, with a low crime rate, although some cities have some dangerous areas that tourists should better avoid.

What is Portugal famous for?

Portugal is famous for its beaches, food and Cristiano Ronaldo but that's just the tip of the iceberg. As a nation, Portugal is one of the oldest countries in Europe with its borders pretty much unchanged since 1297.

What are the things that are considered as offence in Portugal?

There are a couple of things that are frowned at while in Portugal. Pointing at people and things for example is considered very offensive except you have the intention of buying in the case of objects. Getting too drunk is also very offensive in Portugal.