Portugal Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
92
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
92
Visa required in advance
106

Portugal's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Portugal tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Portugal Visa-Free (92)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Portugal without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Portugal Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - adult

    Up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourcevistos.mne.gov.pt ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - business purpose

    Up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourcevistos.mne.gov.pt ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Airport transit visa (Type A)

    Airport transit onlyofficial sourcevistos.mne.gov.pt ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Portugal Transit Visa

Portugal publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa (ATV) - Schengen

Permits transit through the international zone of Portuguese airports without entering the Schengen Area, applicable to nationals of countries subject to ATV requirements.

Required for nationals of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Somalia at all Schengen airports. Additionally required at Portuguese airports specifically for nationals of Guinea, Senegal, and Uzbekistan. Exemptions apply to holders of valid Schengen visas/permits, US/Canada/Japan visas or residence permits, and diplomatic passport holders.

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FAQ

Portugal Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Portugal?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Portugal visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Portugal tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Portugal without a visa?

92 countries can visit Portugal without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Portugal.

How do I apply for a Portugal tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Portugal, you typically need to apply at a Portugal embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Portugal without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Portugal varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Portugal Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Portugal visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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