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Understanding Portugal Visa Process
Get visa in 25 Days
Visa Type
Sticker
Visa Validity
180 Days
Stay Period
90 Days
Entries
Multiple
₹ 5,235
₹7,235
Visa fees of ₹ 9,312 to be paid at the time of interview
Documents Required
- Valid Passport
Should be valid for atlest 6 months from the date of travel.
- Recent Color Photograph
Recent passport-size photo with white background (as per embassy specifications)
- Personal Covering Letter
A signed letter stating your purpose of visit, duration of stay & return assurance.
- Previous Travel History
All old passports showing prior visas (USA, UK, Schengen, etc.).
- Planned Travel Itinerary
Day-wise schedule including flights, hotel bookings and cities you’ll visit.
- Proof of Financial Stability
6 months bank statements, ITRs, savings, or investments showing sufficient funds.
- Business Owners / Self-Employed
Business registration, GST returns, ITRs and current account statements.
- Working Professionals
Leave approval letter, salary slips, employment proof and company ID.
- Visiting Friends or Family?
Invitation letter, host’s ID/proof of status in Portugal and relationship documentation.
What’s Included in Your Visa File?
Instaviza ensures your application is 100% ready for submission — with no last-minute paperwork or confusion.
We compile and organize every essential document you need, so you can apply stress-free and confidently. Your complete file includes:
Visa Application Form
Covering Letter
Air Ticket
Hotel Booking
Travel Insurance*
Invitation Letter
No Objection Certificate
Sponsorship Letter
Download Visa Forms
Need a copy of the Portugal Visa application or other required documents? Download the latest forms here for smooth application process.
- Portugal Tourist Visa Form
Download the official Portugal Tourist Visa application form required for your visa submission
- Portugal Tourist Visa Checklist
Download the complete Portugal tourist visa document checklist for Indians.
- Sample Cover Letter
Get a professionally written sample cover letter to support your Portugal Tourist Visa application.
- Photo Specimen
Ensure your visa photos meet the exact Portugal visa requirements. Download the official photo guidelines.
- List of Insurance Companies
View the approved travel insurance companies list for Portugal Schengen visa from India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Indian citizens need a Schengen tourist visa to visit Portugal. Since Portugal is part of the Schengen Area, the visa allows you to stay for up to 90 days within 180 days for tourism, leisure, or visiting family/friends.
Indian citizens can apply through the VFS Global Visa Application Center in India. The process includes completing the Schengen application form, collecting required documents, and attending a biometrics appointment. With Instaviza, you get complete assistance including form filling, document review, appointment booking, and visa tracking.
The mandatory documents include:
- Valid Indian passport (minimum 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
- Completed Schengen visa form
- Two recent passport-sized photos (as per Schengen guidelines)
- Round-trip flight booking
- Hotel reservations or invitation letter from host
- Travel insurance covering at least €30,000 across all Schengen countries
- Bank statements for the last 3–6 months
- Employment proof / salary slips / leave letter OR business documents
Instaviza Tip: We prepare a personalized checklist so you don’t miss any document.
Portugal tourist visas usually take 15–20 working days after submission. However, during peak travel months, it may take longer. Instaviza recommends applying 4–6 weeks before your travel date.
The current fee is €90 (approx. INR 9,000) for adults and €45 (approx. INR 4,500) for children between 6–12 years. Children below 6 years are exempt. Additional VFS service charges apply. Instaviza provides a clear cost breakdown before submission.
Yes. A Portugal Schengen visa allows Indian citizens to travel freely to all 27 Schengen countries including Spain, France, Italy, Germany, and Switzerland, provided Portugal is your main destination or first entry point.
Indian citizens can stay in Portugal (and other Schengen countries) for up to 90 days within a 180-day period on a short-stay tourist visa. For longer stays (study, work, or residence), you must apply for a National D visa.
Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for Portugal visa applications. It must cover at least €30,000 for medical emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation, and be valid across all Schengen countries. Instaviza helps you get affordable Schengen-compliant insurance instantly.
Generally, a Portugal tourist visa cannot be extended beyond 90 days. Extensions are granted only under exceptional circumstances, such as medical emergencies. Instaviza can guide you if an extension is required.
Applying for a Schengen visa can be confusing. Instaviza makes it easy and stress-free with:
- End-to-end visa consultation
- Document verification & checklist
- Error-free form filling
- Flight & hotel booking assistance
- Schengen travel insurance
- Visa application tracking
- Higher chances of approval
With Instaviza, Indian citizens can confidently apply for a Portugal tourist visa and travel without worries.