Portugal

Short-Stay Visitor Options & Tourist Visa Rules for Portugal

Portugal, celebrated for its coastal beauty, historic cities, and vibrant culture, operates under Schengen Area visa regulations. Many nationalities can visit visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, making short-term tourism straightforward.

Travelers who do require authorization must apply for a Schengen Tourist Visa (Type C) before traveling. This visa permits leisure visits, sightseeing, and short family trips. Applicants generally need a valid passport, travel insurance, proof of accommodation, sufficient funds, and confirmed return travel arrangements.

For extended stays or specific activities—such as study, work, business, or family reunification—Portugal provides national long-stay visas (Type D) and residence permits. Selecting the right visa ensures a smooth entry and compliant stay.

Popular Visa Type

VISA C - SHORT STAY

Visa Validity: 180 Days
Max Stay: 90 Days
Service Fee: USD $69

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*All official Government fees can change, and foreign exchange rates fluctuate. Your eligibility and visa conditions are determined solely by the Australia immigration authorities

Hotel booking and flight tickets may be required for certain nationalities.

Document Required

Recent Digital Photo taken using phone camera

Look straight, No Smile & No Glasses

Passport Bio page image

All corners of the passport should be visible

Passport photo according to ICAO criteria (colour, 35x45 mm) Passport (at least 2 free pages, not older than 10 years)

Travel, health and accident insurance (minimum coverage € 30,000, including repatriation for medical reasons) valid for the Schengen area

Additional Document Required

NONE

How It Works

Step 1

Apply on Visa Verse

Submit your Australia visa request by choosing the correct visa type, securely uploading your required documents, and completing your payment through our platform.

Step 2

Review & Submission

Our team will carefully review your application and verify your documents for completeness and accuracy. Once reviewed, we will prepare and submit your application to the Australian immigration authorities on your behalf.

Step 3

Receive Visa Grant

Once approved by the Australian immigration authorities, your official visa grant letter will be issued through the official channel. We will notify you of the outcome so you can prepare to carry and present it at the port of entry.

General Information

VISA C (Short stay) / The Schengen visa C is intended for touristic, business or visiting purposes (without gainful employment) for a maximum stay of 90 days per 180 days
Holders of a Schengen visa are in principle entitled to enter and stay in the Schengen States presumed that the requirements of Art
6 Schengen Borders Code are fulfilled and the visa is not subject to territorial restrictions
The Schengen States are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and the non-EU members Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months from your arrival date in Portugal

Portugal Visa Information