Yellow trams climbing tiled hillsides in Lisbon, Portugal

Schengen

Lisbon & Porto

Portugal

Overview

Pastel cliffs, port wine cellars, melancholic fado music, and yellow trams climbing tiled hillsides. Portugal is Europe's most soulful coast.

Best Time

April to June, September-October

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Language

Portuguese (English in tourist areas)

Region

Schengen

Visa Requirements

🇮🇳 For Indian Passport Holders

Last verified on 11 Jun 2026

Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) Visa — required for Indian passport holders

Required: Yes

Processing Time: 15 working days (apply via VFS Global Portugal, up to 6 months before travel)

Validity: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen Area

Fee: EUR 90 (approx. INR 8,500) + VFS service charges

Requirements:

  • Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages)
  • Completed Schengen visa application form
  • 2 recent biometric photographs (35x45mm, white background)
  • Confirmed return flight tickets
  • Detailed day-wise travel itinerary
  • Hotel reservations for entire stay
  • Travel insurance covering EUR 30,000 in all Schengen states
  • Last 6 months bank statements + ITR (last 3 years)
  • Employment / business proof (NOC / leave letter)
  • Biometric appointment at VFS

Note: Visa requirements are specific to Indian passport holders. Please verify current regulations with the embassy before travel.

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