Portugal Visas
Capital Lisbon · Currency EUR · 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.
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.Portugal visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 → |
| Student Student Visa (Residence) |
EUR 90 (visa) + residence fees | Weeks to a couple of months | Course length | View → |
| Work / Skilled Work Visa / D7 / Golden Visa |
From EUR 90+ (route-dependent) | Weeks to months | 2 years, renewable | View → |
| PR / Immigration Permanent Residence |
EUR 200 (approx.) | Several months | Permanent (5-year card) | View → |
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
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?＋
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?＋
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a Portugal tourist visa?＋
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change — always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Portugal visa take to process?＋
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?＋
Portugal visas and immigration are administered by AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum). The official portal is https://aima.gov.pt/en.