Visa Documents

Document Requirements for the Portugal Visa 

Documents are the key to every visa process. While applying for a Portugal visa, you will have to submit some documents to match the requirements for a Portugal visa. 

Schengen countries have created a list of necessary documents you need to submit according to your purpose of visit in the country. Whether you are visiting the country for tourism, business or family visit in Portugal, here is a checklist of the documents you need to meet the Schengen requirements.

Portugal visa application form: Duly filled and signed! 

Two recent Photographs: Two recent coloured photographs taken within the last three months. 

A valid passport: Issued within the last ten years and must be valid for at least three months after departure from Portugal. 

Travel itinerary: Ticket reservations showcasing the travel dates, flight bookings etc. to prove the entry and exit from Portugal. 

Travel insurance: Travel health insurance with minimum coverage of 30,000 euros required for medical emergencies during the stay. 

Proof of accommodation: Proof of the accommodation including hotel booking, rent agreement or invitation letter etc. 

Financial proof: Financial statement of the last three months showcasing your financial stability during the stay. 

Documents Requirements Based on Employment Status

According to the employment status, the document requirements are;

Employed: 

• Employment Agreement
• Latest six-month bank statement
• Approval from employers for leaves
• Income tax return file

Self- Employed:

• Your Business license
• Bank statement of business of latest six months
• Income tax return of business

Retiree: 

• Income tax return of business

Documents Requirements for Minor

Whenever the applicant is minor, his/her parents or legal guardians are required to provide the following documents when applying for Portugal visa;

• Birth Certificate
• Visa application form signed by both parents. 
• If just one parent has sole custody of the child, a family court order may be necessary.
• Certified copies of both parents’ Passport/ID.
• If the minor will be traveling alone, a notarized parental consent form signed by both parents and guardians is required.

Is it possible that someone else will submit my documents?

On the day of Portugal visa appointment, it is mandatory to submit the documents by yourself, since you are also required to register the biometrics. If in case you can’t be physically present, you may authorize someone else to be present on your behalf. Then you have to prepare a written authorization to give power to someone to officially submit your documents. 

What if i Forget to submit any document?

If you forget any crucial document like photo identity, travel insurance etc., your visa may be rejected immediately. However, some visa centers may ask you to reapply without rejecting the visa – depending on the documents and embassy.