Requirements for a Portuguese Business Visa Application

The following nationals must apply in person for their Portugal Visas:Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Burundi, China, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, Hong Kong CID, Frandesspas Document, Indonesia, Iran , Iraq, Jordan, Kazakstan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Nigeria, N. Korea, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Qatar, Travel Document holders, Tunisia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Siera Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Surinam, Syria, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

For all other nationalities please see the requirements listed below

• Passport and UK visa that meets requirements set by the Embassy of Portugal in London [Explained]
• ONE FULL BLANK visa page to affix the Portugal visa.
• UK Visas must be stamped inside your current passport.
• Copy and Original Letter from your employer explaining nature and duration of your business trip to Portugal.
• Copy and Original Last Three Payslips
• Letter of invitation from the host company in Portugal (fax copy of their company letterhead)
• Copy and Original Proof of Fully Paid Travel. [Explained]
• Copy and Original Proof of Accommodation in Portugal [Explained]
• Copy and Original Bank Statement showing a minimum balance of £50 for each day travelling* [Explained]
• Travel Insurance (valid in Portugal)
• 3 Colour Passport Photographs***
• Complete and sign the Portuguese Visa application form [Download]
• Complete and sign the "The Schengen Office Case Sheet" and "The Schengen Office Terms and Conditions" [Download]
• The Schengen Office Handling Fee

For detailed instructions on how to apply for visa through Schengen Office please click here.

*Note: Required in some but not all cases. For more details please contact The Schengen Office.
***Note: White background only (cream and light blue backgrounds are not accepted by the Embassy), shoulders must be in the photograph.

Spouse/Family member of EU National

If you are married to/dependant on British/Irish national please contact The Schengen Office to discuss your requirements.

Portuguese "Business Visa" Fees:

Portuguese Visa Fees:

Official Schengen visa fee is: €60 (approx. £58)
Schengen Office Service Fee £65
Total Cost through The Schengen Office is currently: £123.00*

*Note: Includes €60 Embassy fee

If you require passport to be posted to you additional £6.00 will be charged.

Important

The above documentation is a summary only. Additional documentation may be requested by the Embassy.

Should you need clarification on what documentation is required for your Portuguese business visa application please contact The Schengen Office on: 020 7025 4744

INSUFFICIENT OR INCORRECT DOCUMENTATION MAY RESULT IN DELAYS OR REJECTION OF YOUR VISA APPLICATION. PLEASE READ OUR DISCLAIMER AND THE SCHENGEN OFFICE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.