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🌍 Tourist Visa processing time reduced to 20 days ✈️ Student Visa approvals now faster for January intakes 📢 Business Visa documentation simplified for Indian applicants 🛂 New biometrics rule effective from Feb 2026

Student Visa

₹34000 _{/per person}

Tourist (Schengen) Visa

₹9000 _{/per person}

Work Visa

₹60000 _{/per person}

Documents Requirement

Valid Indian passport with sufficient validity to cover the entire duration of study in Portugal, with adequate blank pages for visa stamping.
Official admission letter from a recognized Portuguese educational institution clearly mentioning course name, duration, start date, and weekly study hours.
Proof of sufficient financial means to cover tuition fees, living expenses, and return transportation such as bank statements, education loan sanction letter, or sponsor affidavit.
Proof of payment of tuition fees or tuition fee receipt issued by the Portuguese institution, if applicable.
Academic documents including degree certificates, mark sheets, and transcripts relevant to the chosen course.
Valid health insurance covering the entire duration of stay in Portugal with full medical coverage and no co-payment clauses.
Proof of accommodation in Portugal such as university dormitory confirmation, rental agreement, or host address details.
Police clearance certificate from India and any country of residence during the past five years.
Medical certificate stating that the applicant does not suffer from any disease that could pose a public health risk.
Statement of purpose explaining academic background, course relevance, and long-term career objectives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. International students are usually allowed to work part-time, subject to local regulations and employer authorization.

Not always. Many programs are offered in English, but language requirements depend on the course and institution.

It is usually issued for the duration of the course and can be renewed in Portugal.

Yes. Comprehensive private health insurance is mandatory for the entire duration of stay.

Family reunification may be possible for long-term students, subject to income and accommodation requirements.

Neighbouring Countries

France

Morocco

Spain

Visa Rejection Reasons

Common Reasons for Rejection:

Insufficient financial proof.
Lack of strong ties to home country.
Incomplete or false documentation.
Suspicious travel history or security concerns.

Important Note

Not all applicants need to submit these additional documents.
Requirements depend on nationality and travel history.
Providing false information can lead to rejection.

Documents Requirement

Original Indian passport issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of departure from the Schengen area, with a minimum of two blank pages for visa stamping.
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form with all personal, travel, and employment details accurately filled. Any discrepancy with supporting documents may result in refusal.
Two recent biometric passport-size photographs taken within the last six months as per Schengen specifications (white background, neutral expression, no shadows or glare, 80% face coverage).
Confirmed round-trip flight reservation clearly showing entry into and exit from the Schengen area. Fake or unverifiable bookings may lead to rejection.
Proof of accommodation for the entire duration of stay such as confirmed hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter (Termo de Responsabilidade) from a host in Portugal.
Mandatory travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 for emergency medical treatment, hospitalization, and repatriation, valid across all Schengen member states for the full duration of stay.
Proof of sufficient financial means including personal bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months, stamped and signed by the bank, showing stable income and sufficient balance to cover travel and stay expenses.
Employment proof such as employer-issued leave approval letter, appointment letter, and recent salary slips. Self-employed applicants must submit business registration documents and income tax returns.
Personal covering letter explaining the purpose of travel, detailed itinerary, cities to be visited, duration of stay, and a clear declaration of intent to return to India.
Proof of civil status such as marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, or family registration document, if applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Indian passport holders may stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period across all Schengen countries combined.

Yes. A Portugal-issued Schengen visa allows travel across all Schengen states, provided Portugal is the main destination or first point of entry.

Yes. Travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage is mandatory for Schengen visa approval.

Insufficient funds, unclear travel purpose, weak ties to India, unreliable travel history, or inconsistent documentation.

It is recommended to apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before the intended travel date.