# Portugal visa for Nepali citizens

> Portugal visa for Nepali citizens. · Processing: 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season (April–September). · Stay: Up to 90…

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Last updated: 2026-05-04

## Embassy / mission

- **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 — VFS Global Portugal India (primary lodgement channel for Nepali applicants — book appointment + complete pre-screening online) · https://nova-delhi.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt — Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi · https://portaldascomunidades.mne.gov.pt — Portuguese MFA / DGACCP visa-policy hub · https://aima.gov.pt — AIMA (Migration Agency, replaced SEF in October 2023) for in-country residence permits + Golden Visa
- **Payment:** 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.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, holiday, leisure travel within Portugal (and any other Schengen state).
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
**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.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season (April–September).
**How 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.
**Financial requirement:** 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.

**Required documents:**

- 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
- INR demand draft for visa fee + INR cash/card for VFS service fee
- Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi for biometric capture
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Lisbon + Porto + Algarve are the most-popular Portuguese tourism destinations — single-region itineraries are easier to defend in cover letter than national hopping.
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties, low bank balance, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior refusals, insurance not Schengen-valid.
- Madeira + Azores Atlantic islands are part of Portugal — Schengen visa covers them automatically.

### Business — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa)

**Purpose:** Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions — no employment in Portugal.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; up to 5 years for established business profiles.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days; urgent applications can be expedited via embassy New Delhi.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Portugal Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Invitation letter from Portuguese company (host details, NIF tax ID, NIPC registration, IES annual return, purpose, duration, who covers costs — notarised at a Portuguese notary or Cartório Notarial)
- Cover letter from Nepali employer / company
- Conference / event registration (where applicable) *(conditional)*
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel booking
- Schengen-valid travel insurance (EUR 30,000+ medical cover)
- INR demand draft + service fee
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

### Transit — Type A — Airport Transit Visa

**Purpose:** Transit through the international zone of Lisbon (LIS) / Porto (OPO) / Faro (FAO) airports en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 24 hours airside.
**Validity:** Single transit only.
**Entries:** Single.
**Processing time:** 10–15 calendar days.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Portugal Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport (3+ months validity)
- Confirmed onward ticket within 24 hours of arrival
- Visa for next destination
- Brief travel itinerary
- Photo

**Notes:**
- Nepal is on the Schengen Annex I list of nationalities requiring an airport-transit visa for layovers > 1 hour.
- For layover plans involving leaving the airport, apply for Type C single-entry instead.

### Medical — Type C — Medical Treatment

**Purpose:** Receive medical treatment / consultation in Portugal, or accompany a patient.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per 180; renewable as Type D inside Portugal for longer treatment.
**Validity:** Per treatment plan.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** Variable; urgent cases expedited (5–10 days); non-urgent 15 days.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Letter from Portuguese treating doctor / hospital with treatment plan + estimated costs + duration
- Financial undertaking (bank statements showing EUR-equivalent of treatment cost + living costs)
- Nepali medical reports (notarised English / Portuguese translations + apostille)
- Referral letter from Nepali doctor
- Passport, photo, application form
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+)
- Accommodation arrangements in Portugal
- Return ticket
- Escort relationship proof (if accompanying patient) *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Lisbon hospitals commonly used by international patients: Hospital da Luz, Hospital CUF Descobertas, Hospital Lusíadas Lisboa.
- For treatment > 90 days, switch to Type D inside Portugal via AIMA.

### Family Visit — Type C — Private Visit (Family / Friends)

**Purpose:** Visit relatives or friends resident in Portugal.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within 180.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Invitation letter ("Termo de Responsabilidade") from Portuguese host — notarised at a Cartório Notarial, registered at AIMA
- Host's Portuguese passport / Cartão de Residência / Portuguese Cidadão card copy
- Proof of relationship (family-tree certificate, birth/marriage certs translated + apostilled)
- Host's accommodation proof (lease / property deed)
- Schengen-valid travel insurance (EUR 30,000+)
- Return ticket
- ANY ONE income bundle
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

### Student — Type D4/D5 — Long-Stay Student

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a Portuguese higher education institution accredited by A3ES (D5) / language course / approved exchange Erasmus+ (D4) / internship / volunteer programme (D4).
**Stay duration:** Type D 4 months -> convert to Cartão de Residência (Residence Permit, study basis) at AIMA for course duration on arrival.
**Validity:** Type D 4 months; residence permit aligned to course end + 30-day buffer.
**Entries:** Multiple (after residence permit issued).
**Processing time:** 60 calendar days for Type D (apply at least 60 days before intended travel).
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi for Type D entry visa; Cartão de Residência applied IN Portugal at AIMA within 4 months of arrival.
**Financial requirement:** EUR 760/month minimum (Portuguese student maintenance level) + tuition + return airfare. Bank statements 6+ months OR sponsor affidavit + sponsor income proof + scholarship letter (if applicable).

**Required documents:**

- Letter of Acceptance from Portuguese university (A3ES-accredited)
- Tuition payment receipt (or first-instalment) OR scholarship confirmation letter (Portuguese state Camões IP / Erasmus+ / bilateral)
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+, full visa duration)
- Passport, photo, application form
- Academic transcripts (SLC/SEE + 10+2 + Bachelor's) — notarised English / Portuguese translations + MoFA Nepal apostille
- English / Portuguese language proficiency proof (course-dependent — IELTS 5.5+ for English-medium; Portuguese A2/B1 for Portuguese-medium)
- Evidence of funds (bank statements 6+ months, fixed deposits, education-loan sanction, sponsor affidavit)
- Source-of-funds explanation
- Nepal Police Clearance (apostilled by MoFA Nepal)
- Health certificate from Nepal panel doctor
- Statement of purpose / CV
- Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi for biometric capture
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Type D student visa holders MUST register at AIMA within 4 months of arrival to obtain Cartão de Residência — student permit grants work rights up to 20 hours/week during term.
- Most Nepali Portugal-uni applicants target: Universidade de Lisboa, Universidade do Porto, Universidade de Coimbra, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVA SBE), ISCTE-IUL.
- 5-year residence-to-citizenship clock starts from date of residence permit issuance — Portuguese citizenship eligibility after 5 years for student-track foreigners + Portuguese A2 + civic-knowledge exam.

### Work — Type D1 — Long-Stay Subordinate Work

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Type D 4 months -> 2-year Cartão de Residência (work basis), renewable for 3-year terms; permanent residence after 5 years.
**Validity:** Type D 4 months; residence permit per employment agreement.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 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.
**How to apply:** Two-step: AIMA pre-approval + Type D at VFS Delhi.
**Eligibility:** Specific job offer from Portuguese employer; employer obtains AIMA pre-approval after 30-day IEFP labour-market test (waived for shortage-list occupations); relevant qualifications / experience; clean character + health.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Portuguese AIMA pre-approval (Autorização para entrada em Portugal para fins laborais)
- Employment contract signed by both parties (Portuguese Labour Code-compliant)
- CV + qualifications (notarised English / Portuguese translations + MoFA Nepal apostille — degrees apostilled by Nepal MoEST)
- Proof of professional experience (2+ years typical; some sectors waived)
- Nepal Police Clearance + every country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (all apostilled)
- Health certificate from Nepal panel doctor
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+)
- Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi
- ANY ONE income bundle (settlement-funds proof — minimum EUR 1,500 for first month)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Common Nepali sectors: hospitality (Algarve coast Apr–Oct season — Lagos / Albufeira / Faro / Vilamoura — EUR 750–1,100/month + tips), 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).
- 5-year residence -> permanent residence + Portuguese (and EU) citizenship — KILLER advantage vs. other EU states (typical 8–10 years). Spouse + children follow same clock under family-reunion permit.

### Multi-Entry — Type D6 — Family Reunion

**Purpose:** Join a Portuguese-citizen / Portuguese-resident spouse, parent, or minor child in Portugal.
**Stay duration:** Type D 4 months -> Cartão de Residência (family-reunion basis) aligned to sponsor relationship (1–2 years initially, renewable).
**Validity:** Type D 4 months; residence permit renewable.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 60 calendar days for Type D.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi.
**Eligibility:** Portuguese-citizen sponsor (or Portuguese-resident sponsor with 1+ year of legal residence); proven family relationship; sponsor accommodation + income proof (Portuguese minimum-wage threshold); both parties' character and health.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photos (applicant + sponsor)
- Marriage / civil-union certificate OR birth certificate establishing relationship (translated to Portuguese + MoFA-apostilled)
- Sponsor's Portuguese passport / Cartão de Residência / Portuguese Cidadão card copy
- Sponsor income proof (last 6 months payslips + Modelo 3 IRS tax returns)
- Sponsor accommodation proof (lease / property deed — registered with AIMA)
- Notarised letter of sponsorship from sponsor
- Police clearance from each country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (apostilled)
- Health certificate
- Schengen-valid travel insurance (EUR 30,000+)

**Notes:**
- Portuguese-citizen-spouse track is particularly fast — Cartão de Residência granted for 1 year initially, renewable for 2 years, then permanent residence after 5 continuous years.
- Family members of Portuguese citizens benefit from accelerated processing under the EU Citizens Directive transposition.

### Religious — Type D — Religious / Volunteer Worker

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Type D 4 months -> 1-year Cartão de Residência, renewable.
**Validity:** Per posting; renewable.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 60 calendar days.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi; sponsorship by registered Portuguese religious community / NGO required.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Invitation / posting letter from registered Portuguese religious community / NGO
- Proof of religious credentials
- CV
- Police clearance + health certificate (both apostilled)
- Schengen-valid health insurance
- Stipend / financial support proof

**Notes:**
- Portugal is a constitutionally secular state since 1976 — Religious Freedom Law (Lei 16/2001) recognises multiple denominations equally; registered communities can sponsor Type D Religious workers.

### Retirement — Type D7 — Passive Income / Retirement Visa

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Type D 4 months -> 2-year Cartão de Residência, renewable; permanent residence after 5 years.
**Validity:** Per income-eligibility cycle; renewable.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 60 calendar days.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi.
**Eligibility:** Monthly passive income ≥ EUR 920 (1× Portuguese minimum wage in 2026 — the threshold is indexed annually). +50% for spouse (EUR 460), +30% per child (EUR 276). Passive income only — D7 explicitly excludes earnings from active employment IN Portugal. Clean criminal record.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Proof of passive income (pension certificate / dividend statements / rental contracts / annuity statements)
- Bank statements (last 12 months) showing income ≥ EUR 920/month + dependant uplift
- Tax declaration / payment proof from country of tax residence
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+, valid 12 months)
- Portuguese accommodation proof (rental agreement OR property deed — minimum 12-month lease)
- Portuguese NIF (tax identification number, obtainable remotely via tax representative)
- Nepal Police Clearance (apostilled)
- Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi for biometric capture
- ANY ONE income bundle (Pension bundle most directly relevant; Rental bundle for rental-income-based applicants)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- D7 is the SINGLE most popular EU retirement visa — over 50,000 applications since 2007 launch, recently dominated by US / UK / Brazilian retirees but increasingly Indian + South Asian.
- D7 holders can NOT engage in active employment in Portugal (passive income only) — for active employment switch to D1 or D2 / D8 instead.
- 5-year permanent-residence + citizenship pathway: same as work visas. Spouse + children eligible for citizenship after 5 years from residence-permit issuance.
- NHR tax regime ENDED 31 Dec 2023 for new applicants — D7 retirees applying after that date pay standard Portuguese income tax (progressive 14.5–48% rates). Limited IFICI (Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation) replacement does NOT cover passive-income D7 cases.

### Diplomatic — Type D8 — Digital Nomad Visa

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Type D 4 months -> 2-year Cartão de Residência, renewable; permanent residence after 5 years.
**Validity:** Per income-eligibility cycle; renewable.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 60 calendar days.
**How to apply:** VFS Global Delhi.
**Eligibility:** Monthly income ≥ EUR 3,480 (4× Portuguese minimum wage in 2026 — indexed annually). +50% for spouse, +30% per child. Foreign employment contract OR freelance contracts ≥ 6 months old; no plans to take Portuguese employment; clean criminal record.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Foreign employment contract OR freelance / consultancy contracts (≥ 6 months active)
- Bank statements (last 6 months) showing income ≥ EUR 3,480/month + dependant uplift
- Tax declaration / payment proof from country of tax residence
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+, valid 12 months)
- Portuguese accommodation proof (rental agreement OR property deed — minimum 12-month lease)
- Portuguese NIF (tax identification number)
- Nepal Police Clearance (apostilled)
- CV + portfolio (for freelancers)
- Statement that you will NOT take Portuguese employment
- Travel from Nepal to VFS Delhi

**Notes:**
- D8 launched October 2022 — Portugal was among the first EU states to launch a dedicated digital-nomad visa. Over 25,000 applications in first 24 months globally.
- D8 holders pay Portuguese income tax on Portuguese-sourced income; IFICI (since 2024) provides 20% flat-rate for "high-value-added" tech roles — verify eligibility before assuming.
- 5-year residence-to-citizenship pathway — same advantage as D7 / D1 / Golden Visa.

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- 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.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Portugal visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, transit, medical). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: 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).
3. **Submit at VFS Global Portugal India — New Delhi (closest centre to Nepal)** — 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.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–45 days during peak season (April–September).. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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.

### Where is the Portugal embassy in 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.

### 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 online portal to apply for a Portugal visa?

Yes — apply online at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/prt — VFS Global Portugal India (primary lodgement channel for Nepali applicants — book appointment + complete pre-screening online) · https://nova-delhi.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt — Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi · https://portaldascomunidades.mne.gov.pt — Portuguese MFA / DGACCP visa-policy hub · https://aima.gov.pt — AIMA (Migration Agency, replaced SEF in October 2023) for in-country residence permits + Golden Visa.

### 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 help with a Portugal visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Portugal including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- 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

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