Portugal Visas
Capital Lisbon ยท Currency EUR ยท AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum)
Portugal is in the Schengen Area. Short visits use a Schengen visa; long stays for study or work use a national visa plus a residence permit, and PR/citizenship follow five years of residence.
โ Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.Portugal visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐๏ธ Tourist / Visit Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) |
EUR 90 | 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases) | Max 90 days per 180-day period | View โ |
| ๐ Student Student Visa (Residence) |
EUR 90 (visa) + residence fees | Weeks to a couple of months | Course length | View โ |
| ๐ผ Work / Skilled Work Visa / D7 / Golden Visa |
From EUR 90+ (route-dependent) | Weeks to months | 2 years, renewable | View โ |
| ๐ PR / Immigration Permanent Residence |
EUR 200 (approx.) | Several months | Permanent (5-year card) | View โ |
Visa types for Portugal
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Tourism, family visits or business up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
- Processing: 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)
- Stay: Max 90 days per 180-day period
- Validity: Up to 90 days / 180 days
Student Visa (Residence)
Study in Portugal with a national visa and residence permit, plus part-time work rights.
- Processing: Weeks to a couple of months
- Validity: Course length
Work Visa / D7 / Golden Visa
Employer-sponsored work visa, the D7 passive-income route, or the investment-based Golden Visa.
- Processing: Weeks to months
- Validity: 2 years, renewable
Permanent Residence
Permanent residence after five years of legal stay, with a Portuguese-language requirement.
- Processing: Several months
- Validity: Permanent (5-year card)
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Embassy of Portugal
๐ New Delhi, India
4 Panchsheel Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Schengen visas via VFS Global.
Portugal visa FAQs
What visa types does Portugal offer?๏ผ
VisaViews covers 4 Portugal visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Portugal have an eVisa or visa-free entry?๏ผ
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a Portugal tourist visa?๏ผ
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change โ always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Portugal visa take to process?๏ผ
Processing time varies by visa type; the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) typically takes 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases).
Who handles Portugal visas and immigration?๏ผ
Portugal visas and immigration are administered by AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum). The official portal is https://aima.gov.pt/en.