# Portugal visa for Nepali citizens

> Portugal visa for Nepali citizens: tourist & e-visa requirements, fees, processing time. Apply online with Yatra For Fun.

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.

- **Visa route (tourist):** Visa required — Schengen short-stay visa
- **Canonical page:** https://yatraforfun.com/visa/portugal
- **Last reviewed:** 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.
**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).
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90 + VFS service fee.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90.
**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).
**Fee:** EUR 90 (Type D entry visa) + EUR 75 residence-permit fee + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 residence-permit fee + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
**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.

### Other route — 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.
**Fee:** EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 + EUR 45 AIMA fees.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90 + AIMA fees.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 residence-permit fee + EUR 45 AIMA card fee.
**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.
**Fee:** EUR 90 (Type D) + EUR 75 + EUR 45 AIMA fees.
**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 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.

## 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). Collect your passport or e-visa as the embassy or visa centre instructs.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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

- 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

## Related

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens: https://yatraforfun.com/visa
- Schengen visa from Nepal, country by country: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/schengen
- Dummy flight ticket for visa files: https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket

---

*Yatra For Fun (https://yatraforfun.com) helps Nepali citizens prepare visa files over WhatsApp — the embassy or visa centre makes the decision — and sells reservation documents for visa files: 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.*