Portugal Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | See below | No | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
EU nationals: When travelling from one border-free Schengen country to another by car, you are not required to show a passport or national ID card. However, transport providers like airlines, train operators and ferry companies will require you to show your passport or ID card to prove your identity.
Non-EU nationals: To enter Portugal, you must have a valid passport issued within the past ten years and with at least three or six months left (depending on your nationality). You must also have a return ticket and sufficient funds for the length of stay.
Portugal is a Schengen country, but beware that EU members such as Cyprus and Ireland are not part of the Schengen area, so a passport or ID card is required if travelling to/from these countries.
Passport Visa Note
Passport and visa regulations are subject to change, and airlines may have different requirements. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should check with the relevant embassy before departure, particularly when transiting through a third country. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these requirements.
Visas
EU nationals: Citizens of EU and EEA countries do not need a visa to enter Portugal. But those planning to stay longer than 90 days must apply for a residence registration certificate with local authorities.
Non-EU Nationals: Citizens of the following countries can visit Portugal and other Schengen countries visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period:
Africa: Seychelles.
Americas: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela.
Asia: Brunei, Georgia, Hong Kong (SAR passport holders), Israel, Japan, Macao (SAR passport holders), Malaysia, Maldives, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan (passport must include an identity card number), Timor-Leste, United Arab Emirates.
Europe: Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, San Marino, Serbia (biometric passports only; excluding those issued by the Serbian Coordination Directorate), Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City.
Oceania: Australia, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Nationals from countries not listed above are advised to contact the nearest Portuguese embassy or consulate to verify visa requirements.
Types and Cost
Short-stay (Schengen C) visa: €90 for those aged 12 and above, €45 for children aged six to 11, and free for children under six. Certain categories, such as students, researchers, and family members of EU/EEA citizens, are exempt from fees.
Validity
The Schengen C visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Transit
If you are transiting through a Portuguese airport, you may need an airport transit (A) visa depending on your nationality. Check with a Portuguese embassy or consulate before travelling.
Application to
Contact the nearest Portuguese embassy, consulate, or authorised visa application centre. Applications can be started online through the official portal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at portaldiplomatico.mne.gov.pt.
Schengen Visas
Portugal is a Schengen country, so the Schengen visa rules apply.
Temporary residence
EU nationals: Must register with the local municipal council (Câmara Municipal) if staying in Portugal for longer than 90 days.
Working days
Schengen visa applications are normally processed within 15 calendar days, but in some cases this may take up to 45 days. Applicants are advised to apply well in advance of travel.
Sufficient Funds
Schengen visa applicants must provide proof of funds.
Extension of stay
Short-stay Schengen visas can only be extended in exceptional circumstances such as force majeure or humanitarian reasons. Extensions must be requested before the visa expires.
Entry with pets
Pets from EU countries must have a microchip, an EU pet passport, and a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. Pets from non-EU countries must also meet EU entry requirements, including an official veterinary certificate and, where required, a rabies antibody test.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
British Embassy in Portugal
Telephone: +351 21 392 4000.
Website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/portugal
Address: Santa Isabel, Rue de São Bernardo 33, Lisbon, 1250,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700.
Embassy of the Portuguese Republic in the UK
Telephone: +44 20 7235 5331.
Website: http://portuguese-embassy.co.uk
Address: , 11 Belgrave Square, London, SW1X 8PP,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1300, 1400-1700.
Portuguese Consulate General in the UK
Telephone: +44 020 7291 3770.
Website: http://portuguese-embassy.co.uk
Address: , 3 Portland Place, Marylebone, W1B 1HR,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0830-1600.
Embassy of Portugal in the USA
Telephone: +1 202 350 5493.
Website: http://www.embassyportugal-us.org
Address: , 2012 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036,
Opening times:
Mon-Tue 0830-1530; Wed-Fri 0830-1300 (consular section).
