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Do Indians need a visa for Portugal?
⚠ Yes — full Schengen visa required
Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa to visit Portugal.
Apply at the Portuguese consulate (or VFS) in India 2–4 weeks before you fly. Costs about €90. Allows up to 90 days of travel in any 180-day period across the Schengen area.
- Cost
- €90 (~₹8,200) · plus a VFS service fee
- Processing
- 15 working days typical · apply 4+ weeks before travel
- Validity
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day window across all 27 Schengen countries
- Passport
- Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned exit
- Where to apply
- vfsglobal.com → Portugal Visa IndiaPortugal outsources visa intake to VFS in India — book your appointment via this portal
What you need to apply
Completed visa application form
Downloaded and signed
Two recent passport photos
35×45 mm, white background, taken in the last 3 months
Confirmed flights and hotel bookings
Covering your entire stay — don't pay non-refundable until visa is approved
Travel insurance
Minimum €30,000 medical cover, valid across all Schengen countries
Bank statements (last 3 months)
Proof you can support yourself during the trip
Visa fee + VFS service fee
Pay at the appointment
Last verified 1 week ago · by Anika, our visa data steward
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