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Portugal Visa for Nepali Citizens

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Nepali passport holders visiting Portugal as tourists use the Type C — Tourist. Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Processing time: 15 calendar days standard. Apply through VFS Global Portugal India — New Delhi. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)Stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024)
Processing time: 15 calendar days standard
Where to apply: VFS Global Portugal India — New Delhi

At a glance

At a glance — Portugal Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)

Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee INR ~3,500.
Processing time: 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season (April–September).
Stay duration: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Visa validity: Single, double, or multiple-entry; validity 90 days to 5 years (most first-time grants are single-entry 90/180).
Entries: Single or Multiple.
Bank balance / financial proof: EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level for Portugal) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.
Where to apply: Lodge at VFS Global Portugal Delhi (Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place) — online appointment booking via visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt. Biometrics captured at Delhi centre. Application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication. Decision returned via courier.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)
Tourism, sightseeing, holiday, leisure travel within Portugal (and any other Schengen state).
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Processing
15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season (April–September).
Fee
EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee INR ~3,500.
Business — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa)
Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions — no employment in Portugal.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days; urgent applications can be expedited via embassy New Delhi.
Fee
EUR 90 + VFS service fee.
Transit — Type A — Airport Transit Visa
Transit through the international zone of Lisbon (LIS) / Porto (OPO) / Faro (FAO) airports en route to a third country.
Stay
Up to 24 hours airside.
Processing
10–15 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Medical — Type C — Medical Treatment
Receive medical treatment / consultation in Portugal, or accompany a patient.
Stay
Up to 90 days per 180; renewable as Type D inside Portugal for longer treatment.
Processing
Variable; urgent cases expedited (5–10 days); non-urgent 15 days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Family Visit — Type C — Private Visit (Family / Friends)
Visit relatives or friends resident in Portugal.
Stay
Up to 90 days within 180.
Processing
15 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Student — Type D4/D5 — Long-Stay Student
Full-time study at a Portuguese higher education institution accredited by A3ES (D5) / language course / approved exchange Erasmus+ (D4) / internship / volunteer programme (D4).
Stay
Type D 4 months -> convert to Cartão de Residência (Residence Permit, study basis) at AIMA for course duration on arrival.
Processing
60 calendar days for Type D (apply at least 60 days before intended travel).
Fee
EUR 90 (Type D entry visa) + EUR 75 residence-permit fee + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
Work — Type D1 — Long-Stay Subordinate Work
Employment in Portugal on the basis of a job offer + Portuguese employer-sponsored work pre-approval from IEFP (Instituto do Emprego e Formação Profissional) and AIMA.
Stay
Type D 4 months -> 2-year Cartão de Residência (work basis), renewable for 3-year terms; permanent residence after 5 years.
Processing
Full pathway from Nepal: 6–9 months. Step-by-step: (1) Portuguese employer publishes job offer on IEFP for 30-day labour-market test; (2) employer obtains AIMA pre-approval if no EU candidate found; (3) migrant lodges Type D at VFS Delhi with pre-approval attached — 60 days adjudication; (4) Cartão de Residência at AIMA within 4 months of arrival.
Fee
EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 residence-permit fee + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
Other route — Type D6 — Family Reunion
Join a Portuguese-citizen / Portuguese-resident spouse, parent, or minor child in Portugal.
Stay
Type D 4 months -> Cartão de Residência (family-reunion basis) aligned to sponsor relationship (1–2 years initially, renewable).
Processing
60 calendar days for Type D.
Fee
EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 + EUR 45 AIMA fees.
Religious — Type D — Religious / Volunteer Worker
Religious / pastoral / missionary work for a Portuguese-recognised religious community (Roman Catholic / Protestant / Orthodox / Muslim / Jewish) or registered NGO under Portuguese Religious Freedom Law.
Stay
Type D 4 months -> 1-year Cartão de Residência, renewable.
Processing
60 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90 + AIMA fees.
Retirement — Type D7 — Passive Income / Retirement Visa
Live in Portugal on passive income (pension / dividends / rental / royalties / annuities). One of the EU's most-used retirement-visa pathways. Suitable for Nepali retirees with steady passive income.
Stay
Type D 4 months -> 2-year Cartão de Residência, renewable; permanent residence after 5 years.
Processing
60 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 residence-permit fee + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
Diplomatic — Type D8 — Digital Nomad Visa
Remote work for a foreign employer / freelance for foreign clients while living in Portugal. Introduced October 2022 — one of the most-anticipated EU digital-nomad pathways. Suitable for Nepali IT freelancers / remote employees of US / EU / Indian tech companies.
Stay
Type D 4 months -> 2-year Cartão de Residência, renewable; permanent residence after 5 years.
Processing
60 calendar days.
Fee
EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 + EUR 45 AIMA fees.

Checklist

Required documents — Portugal tourist visa

26 required · 6 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)
Required
Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant)
Required
Schengen visa application form + VFS Delhi appointment confirmation
Required
Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip)
Required
Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight)
Required
Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Portugal (and any onward Schengen stops)
Required
Travel medical insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical cover, valid in entire Schengen Area
Required
Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary
Required
INR demand draft for visa fee + INR cash/card for VFS service fee
Required
Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi for biometric capture
Required
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Portugal visa

Mission: Embassy of Portugal — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
Address: A-25, Vasant Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India
Phone: +91 11 4607 1001, +91 11 4607 1010
Email: nova-delhi@mne.pt, sconsular.nova-delhi@mne.pt
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; consular section by appointment only via VFS Global India — walk-ins not accepted for Nepal applicants.
Application centre: VFS Global Portugal India — New Delhi (closest centre to Nepal) — VFS Global Portugal Visa Application Centre, Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place, New Delhi (most convenient for Nepali applicants — alternate centres at Mumbai / Chennai / Bengaluru / Kolkata / Hyderabad / Kochi / Pune / Chandigarh / Goa / Lucknow / Jalandhar). Submission + biometrics in person; application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication; passport returned via courier. There is no Portuguese visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu.
Online portal: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Income proof for Portuguese visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — no need to submit all four. Pick the bundle that matches your active income source.
Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for a Portuguese visa BEFORE travel — Nepal is on Schengen Annex I (visa-required nationalities). There is NO visa-on-arrival, NO eTA, and NO visa-waiver agreement.
Portuguese Type C visas are Schengen Uniform Visas — valid across all 29 Schengen states on the same 90/180 day-clock. A Portuguese visa lets you also visit Spain, France, Germany, Italy, etc.
Conversely — a valid + previously-used Schengen multiple-entry visa from any other Schengen state lets Nepalis enter Portugal visa-free within the unused balance of the 90/180 budget.
There is NO Portuguese embassy, consulate, or VFS centre in Kathmandu. ALL Nepali applicants must travel to VFS Global Delhi (Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place) — or alternatively any of the 12 other VFS Portugal centres in India — for biometric capture and visa intake.
Portuguese long-stay Type D visa categories (one of the most-developed EU long-stay frameworks): D1 subordinate work / D2 self-employed entrepreneur / D3 highly qualified (EU Blue Card) / D4 study or internship / D5 higher-education student / D6 family reunion / D7 passive-income or retirement (EUR 920/month threshold = 1× Portuguese min wage) / D8 digital nomad (EUR 3,480/month threshold = 4× min wage, introduced October 2022) / D9 Golden Visa investor.
CRITICAL — Portugal Golden Visa was REFORMED in October 2023 (Lei 56/2023): real-estate investment route ELIMINATED. New routes: EUR 500k qualifying investment fund / EUR 250k cultural heritage / EUR 500k venture-capital fund / EUR 500k scientific research / job-creation track. Pre-October-2023 real-estate Golden Visas remain valid + renewable.
KILLER Portugal advantage — 5-year residence-to-citizenship pathway (one of the EU's shortest). Dependent spouse + children follow the same 5-year clock. Portuguese passport ranks #4 globally for visa-free travel — gateway to global mobility for Nepalis seeking EU + global passport access.
Portuguese tax regime — Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime ENDED for new applicants on 31 December 2023. Replaced by IFICI (Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation) since 2024 — narrower scope, applies to specific high-value-added activities + scientific research roles.
Common Nepali sectors: hospitality (Algarve coast resorts — Lagos / Albufeira / Faro — EUR 750–1,100/month + tips during Apr–Oct season), construction (Lisbon + Porto urban regeneration — EUR 800–1,200/month), agriculture (Alentejo seasonal — EUR 700–950/month), IT (Lisbon tech corridor + Porto Hub — EUR 1,800–4,500+/month).
Schengen post-2024 fee: Portuguese Type C visa fee EUR 90 (adults, harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. Type D fee EUR 90 + EUR 75 residence-permit + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
Always disclose prior Schengen / EU / UK / US visa refusals — non-disclosure under Article 32(1)(b) of the Schengen Visa Code is grounds for refusal + future-application risk under VIS.
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Portuguese authorities without further consular legalisation.
EES (Entry/Exit System) is operational in Portugal since 12 October 2025 — biometric registration on first Schengen entry; replaces passport-stamping.
ETIAS launching late 2026 — Nepal is NOT in ETIAS scope (visa-required nationals are exempt). Nepali applicants continue with full Schengen visa applications under VIS, not ETIAS.

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Guides

Portugal visa guides

FAQ

Portugal visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Portugal visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Portugal as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Portugal for tourism use the Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa), which allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.

How much is the Portugal tourist visa fee for Nepali citizens?

EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee INR ~3,500. Fees change, so confirm the current amount at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt before paying (last reviewed 2026-05-04).

How long does a Portugal tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season (April–September).

What bank balance is required for a Portugal visa?

EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level for Portugal) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Portugal on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area (Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Portugal tourist visa?

Lodge at VFS Global Portugal Delhi (Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place) — online appointment booking via visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt. Biometrics captured at Delhi centre. Application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication. Decision returned via courier.

What documents are required for a Portugal tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant); Schengen visa application form + VFS Delhi appointment confirmation; Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip); Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Portugal (and any onward Schengen stops); Travel medical insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical cover, valid in entire Schengen Area; Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary.

Which Portugal mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of Portugal — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), A-25, Vasant Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India. Phone: +91 11 4607 1001. Applications are lodged at VFS Global Portugal India — New Delhi (closest centre to Nepal), VFS Global Portugal Visa Application Centre, Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place, New Delhi (most convenient for Nepali applicants — alternate centres at Mumbai / Chennai / Bengaluru / Kolkata / Hyderabad / Kochi / Pune / Chandigarh / Goa / Lucknow / Jalandhar). Submission + biometrics in person; application sent to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication; passport returned via courier. There is no Portuguese visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Portugal business visa?

Yes — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa). Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions — no employment in Portugal. Processing: 15 calendar days; urgent applications can be expedited via embassy New Delhi.

Is there an official online portal for the Portugal visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt.

How is the Portugal visa fee paid?

Visa fee in INR Demand Draft (Indian Rupees, drawn at VFS Delhi — payable to "Embassy of Portugal New Delhi"). VFS service fee in INR cash / card at Delhi centre. Inside Portugal, EUR cash / card at AIMA for residence-permit fees.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Portugal visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Portugal visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: May 4, 2026

https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt/visa-type — VFS Global Portugal India (primary lodgement channel for Nepali applicants — New Delhi centre at Shivaji Stadium / Connaught Place)
https://nova-delhi.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt — Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
https://portaldascomunidades.mne.gov.pt — Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Direção-Geral dos Assuntos Consulares e das Comunidades Portuguesas (visa policy hub)
https://aima.gov.pt — AIMA (Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo) — Portuguese Migration Agency, replaced SEF in October 2023, handles in-country residence permits + Golden Visa
Portuguese Law 23/2007 (Foreigners' Legal Regime) — primary domestic legislation, consolidated through Law 56/2023
Portuguese Law 56/2023 — major Golden Visa reforms (real-estate route eliminated; new fund / cultural / job-creation routes since October 2023)
Portuguese Decree-Law 84/2007 — visa-application procedure
Portugal has been a Schengen Founding Member since 26 March 1995 — Portuguese Type C visas have always been Schengen Uniform Visas
Portugal NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) tax regime ENDED for new applicants on 31 December 2023; replaced by IFICI (Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation) since 2024 — narrower scope
Portugal D7 (passive-income / retirement) visa: minimum EUR 920/month income (1× Portuguese minimum wage 2026)
Portugal D8 (digital nomad) visa: minimum EUR 3,480/month income (4× Portuguese minimum wage 2026); launched October 2022
Portugal Golden Visa post-October 2023: real-estate route eliminated; remaining routes — EUR 500k qualifying investment fund / EUR 250k cultural heritage / EUR 500k venture-capital fund / EUR 500k scientific research / job-creation
5-year residence-to-citizenship pathway under Portuguese Nationality Law (Lei 37/81 + amendments) — one of the EU's shortest naturalisation tracks; Portuguese passport ranks #4 globally for visa-free travel
Schengen visa fee EUR 90 (adults) effective 11 June 2024
EES (Entry/Exit System) operational in Portugal since 12 October 2025; ETIAS launching late 2026 (Nepal not in ETIAS scope — visa-required nationals continue with full Schengen visas under VIS)
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Portuguese authorities

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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