Portugal visa requirements for Senegaleses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Senegaleses visiting Portugal

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

  • Duly signed and completely filled visa application form.
  • Visa application form for minors should be signed by the parent or legal guardian.
  • A recent passport photograph taken against a white background is required.
  • Authentic and valid (over 3 months after the date of exit) travel document.
  • A photocopy of a previous passport and visas are required.
  • Residence permit is required if the applicant is not a citizen of Portugal.
  • Travel reservation (return ticket) back to Senegal required.
  • Travel medical insurance that is valid for the whole duration of stay in Portugal is required.
  • Economic and work conditions such as work certificate and salary, as well as three last bank transcripts (proof of means of subsistence), covering the entire stay in Portugal and return to Senegal,  is required.
  • Travel authorization for minors or court decisions.
  • Hotel reservation or statement of responsibility from the host in Portugal is required.
  • If staying with a family member, proof of family relationship is required and proof of housing conditions may be requested. If the person signing the term of responsibility is not a Portuguese national, proof of being legally in Portugal is required.
  • For business purposes, an invitation clarifying on the purpose of travelling and date of arrival and departure, as well as host organization and person responsible.

Portugal Visa for Senegaleses

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 business days 90 days
Business visa 15 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Portugal Visa

  • Duly signed and completely filled visa application form.
  • Visa application form for minors should be signed by the parent or legal guardian.
  • A recent passport photograph taken against a white background is required.
  • Authentic and valid (over 3 months after the date of exit) travel document.
  • A photocopy of a previous passport and visas are required.
  • Residence permit is required if the applicant is not a citizen of Portugal.
  • Travel reservation (return ticket) back to Senegal required.
  • Travel medical insurance that is valid for the whole duration of stay in Portugal is required.
  • Economic and work conditions such as work certificate and salary, as well as three last bank transcripts (proof of means of subsistence), covering the entire stay in Portugal and return to Senegal,  is required.
  • Travel authorization for minors or court decisions.
  • Hotel reservation or statement of responsibility from the host in Portugal is required.
  • If staying with a family member, proof of family relationship is required and proof of housing conditions may be requested. If the person signing the term of responsibility is not a Portuguese national, proof of being legally in Portugal is required.
  • For business purposes, an invitation clarifying on the purpose of travelling and date of arrival and departure, as well as host organization and person responsible.
Portugal Tourist visa Portugal Business visa

Portugal Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements


  • A tourist visa is issued to foreigners visiting Portugal just as tourists, for purposes like meeting their family, vacationing or sightseeing.
  • Visa application form duly filled and signed by the applicant. 
  • In the case of minor(s), the form should be signed by both parents. 
  • Two (2) recent photographs of the applicant, with a plain background.
  • An ordinary passport or other recognized travel document valid for at least three months from the expiry date of the visa applied for. 
  • This document must have at least two empty pages for the visa stamp.
  • Applicants are required to bring previous passports, if any, and attach them with application copies.
  • Photocopy of the applicant’s national ID card or valid means of identification.
  • Third-country nationals residing in Portugal must provide supporting documents attesting to the legality and the authorized duration of their residence.
  • If the applicant has been refused a visa by an Embassy or High Commission in the last two years, written explanation about the reason for trip and refusal.
  • For underage children (under 18) travelling with a single parent, a written consent of the other parent is required with a photocopy of their valid ID card. 
  • Supporting documents of personal income such as original bank statements of the last six months, National Tax Number Certificate (NTM) for the previous two years and proof of income tax payment or Last three salary slips.
  • Accommodation proof (confirmed hotel reservation, rent agreement clearly stating your name, rental period dates and accommodation address) covering the entire period of travel. If the trip is a package tour, attach a detailed itinerary. 
  • Original AND copy of a travel medical insurance policy of not less than 30,000 Euros. The policy must cover medical and hospitalization expenses for the entire period of valid stay in Portugal as well as repatriation costs.

Portugal Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A business visa is granted to foreigners going to Portugal for attending a business meeting or conference.
  • Applicants of a business visa can also get involved in trade fairs, negotiate and sign contracts with business partners/companies in Portugal.
  •  Visa application form should be correctly and completely filled and signed by the applicant
  • Two (2) recent photographs taken against a plain background.
  • An ordinary passport or travel document should be valid for at least three months beyond the expiry date of the Portugal visa. 
  • The passport must have at least two blank pages. 
  • Previous passports should be attached with application copies
  • A photocopy of the applicant’s national ID card is required. Applicants are not required to submit an original copy.
  • Applicants that are not citizens of Portugal are required to submit a legal residence permit.
  • An original signed letter of the applicant’s company/employer stating name, position, salary, duration of employment, address and contact numbers of the employer, purpose, and duration of visit to Portugal. 
  • Documents showing proof of sufficient funds for the whole duration of stay in Portugal is required.
  • The documents may include original bank statements of the last six months or last three salary slips If the applicant is the proprietor of a company.
  • An invitation letter from the private or public organization established in Portugal, in the applicant’s name and indicating the trip dates.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation/ proof of accommodation is required.
  • Copy of flight booking(s) should also be provided by the applicant.
  • Travel medical insurance policy of not less than 30,000 Euros that covers medical expenses for the whole duration of stay in Portugal is required.

Portugal Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Portugal Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Senegal

Location

Address

Dakar

Avenue des Ambassadeurs, 6 Villa Martha B.P. 281 Dakar Senegal

www.dakar.embaixadaportugal.mne.pt

dacar@mne.pt

(+221) 338 592 660

Frequently Asked Questions

How safe is Portugal to live in?

 Portugal is also very safe to live in. Portugal is continually ranked as one of the top ten places in the world to retire to. Portugal has a very large expat community, and most live here without coming in contact with criminally minded individuals.

What is the official language spoken in 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.

What is the official religion of Portugal?

The most predominant religion in Portugal is Christianity, mainly Catholicism. Portugal has no official religion, though in the past, the Catholic Church was the state religion.

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