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Portugal visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS GlobalSchengen short-stay visaSources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a Portugal visa through VFS Global. The published fee for Short Term (Schengen) – Adult is INR 9736 / EUR 90. Processing time (Short Term (Schengen)): Decision within 15 calendar days from admissibility, extendable up to 45 calendar days; transit of up to two working days to the Embassy. Embassy page: average decision period 10 days. Application locations listed include New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar, Lucknow and Kolkata (7 more listed below). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

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Portugal visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
INR 9736 / EUR 90Short Term (Schengen) – Adult
Processing time
Decision within 15 calendar days from admissibility, extendable up to 45 calendar daysShort Term (Schengen)
Where to apply
12 locations listedNew Delhi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar…
Insurance required
Yes

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a Portugal visa?

Applies via: VFS Global

Who handles applications in India

Visa applications are submitted through VFS Global, the Embassy of Portugal's external service provider; appointments must be booked and the VFS service fee pre-paid online before visiting a centre. The Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi has jurisdiction over all of India except Goa, Maharashtra and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, which fall under the Consulate General of Portugal in Goa (VFS Mumbai, Goa and Pune). Separate document checklists apply for the New Delhi and Goa jurisdictions; applicants must give their own phone number (not an agent's). Long-term (national) visas are processed by the Embassy and sent to the Portuguese immigration authority (SEF/AIMA).

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  2. 2

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment with VFS Global (see the official links below).

  3. 3

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai and others listed below.

  4. 4

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the Portugal visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Short Term (Schengen) – Adult

    INR 9736 / EUR 90

    Business/Conference, Tourist, Film Crews, Visiting Family, Transit (Seamen); INR as per current exchange rate

  • Short Term – Children between 6-12 years

    INR 4868 / EUR 45

    Child below 6 years exempt

  • Relatives of EU/EEA/Swiss/UK nationals

    VFS table: INR 9736 / EUR 90; embassy: 'EU National (Family Visit): free'

    VFS lists a service charge of INR 3092 for this category

  • Long Term (E and D categories) – VFS

    Temporary Stay: INR 11900 / EUR 110

    As published on VFS for all long-term categories; exemptions e.g. students with Portuguese scholarships; D6 spouse of EU national / applicant below 18

  • National visas – embassy page

    Scientific Research: free; Study / Training: EUR 90; Work Visa: EUR 90; Family Reunification: EUR 90; Temporary stay visa: EUR 65

    Embassy figures differ from VFS

  • Optional services

    Courier INR 750; SMS INR 350; Premium Lounge INR 3500 per application

Service fee: INR 3384 per application (inclusive of GST – SGST 9% and CGST 9%), pre-paid online when booking the appointment; non-refundable

Checklist

What documents are required for a Portugal visa from India?

All applicants

10 items
  • Schengen visa application form, duly filled and signed (all pages, printed back-to-back); minors' form signed by parent/guardian
  • Valid passport issued within the last 10 years, at least 3 months validity after scheduled return, at least two empty pages; handwritten passports not accepted
  • Previous passports (bound with rubber band), copies of previous Schengen visas, valid UK/USA/Canada visas, details of visa refusals in last 2 years
  • Recent photograph (ICAO guidelines), not stapled/pinned
  • Personal covering letter explaining the trip plan and itinerary
  • Roundtrip flight reservation (plus intra-Schengen travel proof if visiting several states)
  • Original travel insurance with Travel Health Declaration
  • Accommodation proof for the entire stay
  • Minors: apostilled birth certificate, mandatory consent form, notarised parental consent, parents' ID copies
  • Documents in Portuguese or English (others translated); A4, unstapled, in checklist order

Tourist (New Delhi checklist)

6 items
  • Bank documents: originals in A4 with bank stamp and signature
  • Employed: last 3 months personal bank statements, Income Tax Return (ITR-V) for last 2 assessment years, salary slips, employer's letter approving holidays
  • Self-employed/company owner: business registration / GST registration with annex A & B / partnership deed / proprietorship proof, ITR for last 2 assessment years
  • Retired: proof of regular income (pension, property or business)
  • Student/unemployed: parents' bank statements and ITRs for last 2 assessment years with letter of financial support and passport copies; enrolment letter
  • Sponsored/invited by Portuguese citizen or resident: original 'Statement of Responsibility' (Termo de Responsabilidade) certified by a Portuguese notary or lawyer, with sponsor's ID/residence permit and supporting documents

Business/ Conference (New Delhi checklist)

4 items
  • Original introduction letter from employer on letterhead (position, service duration, trip dates/purpose, who covers expenses)
  • Original invitation letter from the business partner in Portugal with invitee details and day-to-day meeting schedule
  • For conferences: invitation/acceptance letter from the university/organizer and proof of payment of conference fees
  • Financial documents as for tourist (bank statements, ITRs, GST registration for self-employed)

Visiting Family And Friends

3 items
  • Statement of Responsibility (Termo de Responsabilidade) from the host, certified by a Portuguese notary/lawyer
  • Host's Portuguese ID/passport or residence permit copy
  • Proof of relationship as applicable (separate New Delhi / Goa checklists)

D7 – Retirees / Religious / Passive income

9 items
  • Portuguese national visa application form
  • Personal cover letter explaining reasons and how applicant will live from passive income
  • Original travel insurance (min EUR 30,000, with QR code) covering entire stay in Portugal
  • Flight reservation showing date of entry
  • Police Clearance Certificate from Regional Passport Office, apostilled, valid 3 months
  • Proof of financial resources for at least 12 months: bank statements for previous six months and ITRs for previous three years
  • Retirees: apostilled official pension certificate
  • Religious purposes: recognised invitation from a religious community plus term of responsibility
  • Accompanying family members apply together under DF without separate VFS appointment

Other long-term categories (E1–E9, EF, ER, D1–D6, DP, DF, DR)

1 item
  • Category-specific checklists published on VFS (e.g. checklist-for-d1-new.pdf, checklist_for_d2_new.pdf, CHECKLIST-FOR-HIGH-QUALIFIED-D3-March-2025.pdf, d4-checklist.pdf, CHECKLIST_FOR_D6.pdf, checklist_for_job_seeker_visa_dp.pdf, Portugal-ER-Checklist.pdf, Checklist-For-E2-June-2025.pdf etc.); typed national application form in capital letters; Term of Responsibility; Criminal Record Verification authorising form (AIMA)

Photo

What are the Portugal visa photo specifications?

Size
35-40mm in width; face 70-90% of the photograph
Background
Plain light-coloured background
  • No more than 6 months old
  • Sharp, high quality, no ink marks or creases
  • Colour neutral, eyes open, neutral expression, mouth closed
  • Head coverings only for religious reasons
  • Goa jurisdiction: photographs with eyewear not acceptable
  • ICAO guidelines; stapled or pinned pictures not accepted

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a Portugal visa?

Required

Original overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries, minimum 30,000 Euro / 50,000 USD / 50,000 CHF per person, covering repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and emergency hospital treatment, for the entire stay; from the approved list of Indian insurers (TRAVEL-MEDICAL.pdf); submitted with the Travel Health Declaration.

Processing

How long does Portugal visa processing take?

Short Term (Schengen)
Decision within 15 calendar days from admissibility, extendable up to 45 calendar days; transit of up to two working days to the Embassy. Embassy page: average decision period 10 days
Temporary Stay (E) visa
30 days (after interview, if required)
Residence (D) visa
60 days (after interview, if required)

Visa types

Which Portugal visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Short Term Visa (Schengen)

  • Business/ Conference
  • Tourist
  • Film Crews
  • Visiting Family And Friends
  • Transit Visa (Seamen)
  • Relatives of EU, EEA, Swiss citizens or UK nationals (Withdrawal Agreement between the UK and the EU)

Long Term Visa – Temporary Stay (E)

  • E1 - Medical Treatment
  • E2 – Intra Corporate Transfer Of Citizens Between States Party To WTO
  • E3 - Independent Work
  • E4 – Scientific Research/ University Teaching Position/ Highly Qualified Activity
  • E5 - Amateur Sports
  • E6 - Student Exchange/ Unpaid Professional Internship/ Volunteer Work
  • E6 – Family members of Portuguese citizens
  • E7 - Accompanying Of A Currently Ill Family Member
  • E8 - Seasonal Work (More Than 90 Days)
  • E9 - Educational / Professional Course (Less Than One Year)
  • EF - Temporary Stay Visa for accompanying family member
  • ER - Temporary Stay Visa Digital Nomads

Long Term Visa – Residence (D)

  • D1 - Subordinated Professional Activity
  • D2 – Independent Professional Activity/Entrepreneur Immigrants/Start-up Visa
  • D3 – University Teaching Position/ Highly Qualified Activity/ Cultural Activity
  • D4 - Research/Study/Internship (More Than One Year)
  • D6 - Family Reunification
  • D7 – Senior Citizens/Religious Immigrants/People Living From Rents And Investments
  • DP – Residence Skilled Job Seeker Visa
  • DF - Residence Visa for accompanying family member
  • DR - Residence Visa Digital Nomads

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Portugal visa?

  • New Delhi
  • Chandigarh
  • Jalandhar
  • Lucknow
  • Kolkata
  • Chennai
  • Bengaluru
  • Hyderabad
  • Ahmedabad
  • Mumbai
  • Goa
  • Pune

FAQ

Portugal visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the Portugal visa fee for Indian citizens?

Short Term (Schengen) – Adult: INR 9736 / EUR 90; Short Term – Children between 6-12 years: INR 4868 / EUR 45; Relatives of EU/EEA/Swiss/UK nationals: VFS table: INR 9736 / EUR 90; embassy: 'EU National (Family Visit): free'. 3 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: INR 3384 per application (inclusive of GST – SGST 9% and CGST 9%), pre-paid online when booking the appointment; non-refundable.

What documents are required for a Portugal visa from India?

Schengen visa application form, duly filled and signed (all pages, printed back-to-back); minors' form signed by parent/guardian; Valid passport issued within the last 10 years, at least 3 months validity after scheduled return, at least two empty pages; handwritten passports not accepted; Previous passports (bound with rubber band), copies of previous Schengen visas, valid UK/USA/Canada visas, details of visa refusals in last 2 years; Recent photograph (ICAO guidelines), not stapled/pinned; Personal covering letter explaining the trip plan and itinerary; Roundtrip flight reservation (plus intra-Schengen travel proof if visiting several states). Plus 4 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 5 visa categories.

How long does Portugal visa processing take for Indians?

Short Term (Schengen): Decision within 15 calendar days from admissibility, extendable up to 45 calendar days; transit of up to two working days to the Embassy. Embassy page: average decision period 10 days; Temporary Stay (E) visa: 30 days (after interview, if required); Residence (D) visa: 60 days (after interview, if required).

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Portugal visa?

Applications go via VFS Global. Locations listed: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Goa, Pune.

What photo size is required for a Portugal visa?

Size: 35-40mm in width; face 70-90% of the photograph. Background: Plain light-coloured background.

Is travel medical insurance required for a Portugal visa?

Yes. Original overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries, minimum 30,000 Euro / 50,000 USD / 50,000 CHF per person, covering repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and emergency hospital treatment, for the entire stay; from the approved list of Indian insurers (TRAVEL-MEDICAL.pdf); submitted with the Travel Health Declaration.

Which Portugal visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Short Term Visa (Schengen), Long Term Visa – Temporary Stay (E) and Long Term Visa – Residence (D). 27 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

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