# Portugal visa for Indian citizens

> 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.

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/india/portugal
Sources checked on: 2026-10-10
Applies via: VFS Global
VFS Global: https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/india/english/index.html
Embassy / official site: https://novadeli.embaixadaportugal.mne.pt/en/consular-section/general-information

## Overview

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).

## Visa fees

- **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

## Documents required

### All applicants

- 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)

- 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)

- 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

- 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

- 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)

- 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 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

## Travel medical insurance

**Required:** 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.

## 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
- **Temporary Stay (E) visa:** 30 days (after interview, if required)
- **Residence (D) visa:** 60 days (after interview, if required)

## Visa categories

### 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 in India

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

## How to apply from India

1. **Prepare your documents** — Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.
2. **Book an appointment** — Book an appointment with VFS Global (see the official links below).
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. **Pay the fees** — Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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

- [VFS Global – Apply for Visa to Portugal in India](https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/india/english/index.html) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10
- [Embassy of Portugal New Delhi – Checklist for Schengen Visa (Tourism)](https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/india/english/pdf/tourism-checklist-newdelhi.pdf) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10
- [Embassy of Portugal New Delhi – Checklist for Schengen Visa (Business)](https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/india/english/pdf/checklist-for-schengen-visa-business-newdelhi.pdf) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10
- [Embassy of Portugal New Delhi – D7 Checklist](https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/india/english/pdf/checklist_for_d7_new.pdf) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10
- [Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi – Consular section general information](https://novadeli.embaixadaportugal.mne.pt/en/consular-section/general-information) — Embassy / official government site, checked on 2026-10-10

### Notes on sources

- visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt/ returned HTTP 403; used VFS one-pager at www.vfsglobal.com
- National visa fees conflict: VFS lists INR 11900 / EUR 110 for all long-term categories; embassy page lists EUR 90 (study/work/family reunification), EUR 65 (temporary stay), free (scientific research)
- Relatives of EU nationals: VFS fee table shows EUR 90 while embassy says free
- Application centre list compiled from mentions on the VFS page (no dedicated centre list fetched)
- Detailed document lists for most E and D categories not extracted (only D7); Goa-jurisdiction checklists not extracted
- Consulate General of Portugal in Goa site not fetched

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