Portugal Visa Application
Overview of Your Selected Plan
Get your visa by: Wed, 23 April 2025
Sticker
Visa Type
Transit
Stay
Upto 30 Days
Validity
Upto 90 Days
Entry Type
Single Entry
Timings & Holidays
Operating Schedule
Shiva YSR: 10.00 A.M-7.00 P.M (Mon-Sat)
Embassy: 9.00 A.M-5.00 P.M (Mon-Fri)
Public Holidays
Visa processing timelines may vary as per public holidays observed in both India and your intended destination country.
Passport
Original passport issued within the last 10 years
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the last intended departure date from Portugal
Should have at least 2 blank visa pages
No alterations or handwritten amendments in the data pages
Photograph
Three recent colored passport-size photos (35mm x 45mm) without a border, taken within the last 3 months
Facial image must be between 25mm and 35mm (chin to crown)
Taken against a plain white background with a matte or semi-matte finish
Scanned or unclear photographs will not be accepted
Accommodation
Applicants must provide one of the following:
Confirmed hotel/cruise booking
Invitation letter (if staying with a friend or relative) along with the invitee’s ID proof, passport/residence card copy, and financial documents (colored scanned copies via email are acceptable)
Flight Ticket
Confirmed flight reservation (India to Portugal and return)
Itinerary
A day-wise travel itinerary on A4-size paper or on a travel agent’s letterhead if booked through an agent
Travel Insurance
Mandatory with a minimum coverage of €30,000 or $50,000 per person
Must cover medical repatriation, emergency treatment, and hospitalization
The insurance must cover the entire duration of stay in the Schengen Area
For 6-month or 1-year multiple-entry visas, coverage for the first journey is sufficient
Proof of Sufficient Funds
Last 6 months’ bank statement, signed and attested by a bank official (for employed applicants)
If sponsored, the sponsor’s bank statement must be provided
Bank statements should be dated within the last 1 week
Income Tax Returns (ITR)
Last 3 years’ ITR assessment (for employed applicants)
If sponsored, provide the sponsor’s ITR
Cover Letter
Employed applicants: Cover letter on A4-size paper
Self-employed applicants: Cover letter on official business letterhead
Employment Letter
Official company letterhead, stamped and dated
Must include contact details (address, email, phone), name, position, and signature of the authorized officer
Should state applicant’s job title, salary, duration of employment, and approval of leave
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
For students/minors: NOC from school/institution along with a copy of student ID
GST Certificate (For self-employed applicants)
Copy of GST registration certificate
Leave Letter (For employed applicants)
Leave approval letter from the company along with a copy of the employment ID card
Biometric Data Submission
First-time Schengen visa applicants must provide biometric data in person
Children under 12 are exempted from this requirement
Shiva YSR will schedule a biometric appointment at the designated visa application center
Previously submitted biometric data (after November 2, 2015) is valid for 59 months for any Schengen country
In some cases, Schengen authorities may request re-submission of biometric data
Portugal Schengen Visa Information
Portugal is one of the 27 Schengen countries.
Schengen Area Countries:
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
Visa Rules for Multiple Schengen Countries:
If visiting multiple Schengen countries, Portugal must be the country where you spend the maximum duration of stay.
If the stay in each Schengen country is equal, Portugal must be the first country of entry into the Schengen Area.
Mandatory Documents & Additional Requirements:
Each applicant must provide all mandatory documents listed in the requirements section.
The embassy or visa experts may request additional documents as needed. Providing these promptly is essential for a successful visa outcome.
Visa Fees & Processing Time:
Visa fees may vary based on exchange rate fluctuations of the Euro.
Visa fees are non-refundable, regardless of approval or rejection.
Processing times are indicative and may be subject to changes.
1. How many days in advance can I apply for a Schengen Visa?
You can apply for a Schengen visa up to 3 months before your travel date. Applications submitted earlier than this will not be accepted.
2. Can I travel to Portugal if I am fully vaccinated with Covaxin?
Yes, Portugal allows Indian travelers vaccinated with Covaxin, provided the second dose was administered at least 14 days before the departure date.
3. If I have a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa on my old passport, can I travel with both my old and new passports?
This depends on the specific Schengen country. Some countries allow travelers to carry both passports if the visa is still valid on the old passport, while others require the visa to be transferred to the new passport. We recommend checking with our Shiva YSR expert team before traveling.
4. Can I travel with a long-term multiple-entry visa issued before the biometric process began?
Yes, if your long-term multiple-entry visa was issued before the biometric requirement was introduced, you can still travel using that visa.
5. Is the biometric process required every time I apply for a Schengen visa?
As per Schengen regulations, biometric data (fingerprints and facial scan) remains valid for 59 months (nearly 5 years).
If your biometric data has already been recorded after November 2, 2015, you may not need to submit it again for a new visa.
However, some Schengen countries require biometric submission for every application, and in some cases, you may be asked to resubmit biometric data due to issues with the previously captured information.
To confirm your specific requirement, consult our Shiva YSR expert team before applying.
6. Do I need to appear in person for visa submission?
Yes, as of November 2, 2015, Schengen countries have made biometric submission mandatory. All applicants must personally visit a Visa Application Center (VFS) or the respective Consulate/Embassy to complete the biometric process, which includes fingerprinting, palm scanning, and live photo capture.
7. Which countries are covered by the Schengen visa?
A Schengen visa allows travel to all 27 Schengen countries, including Portugal, unless restrictions are specified on the visa sticker. While additional visas are not required for travel within the Schengen Area, travelers must carry supporting documents (such as proof of stay and financial means).
Schengen Countries:
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
8. What is the Schengen Zone?
The Schengen Area is a group of 27 European countries that have removed internal border controls to allow the free movement of people, goods, services, and capital. Under this agreement, a single Schengen visa grants access to all participating countries.
This system simplifies travel across Europe, as borders exist only on maps, and movement between Schengen countries is similar to traveling within a single country.