Apply Portugal Tourist Visa from UK | Requirements for Portuguese Visitor Visa

Portugal tourist visa is one of the Schengen visa types designed for short-term travels of up to three months. With this visa you can explore the rich culture, historic sites and scenic beauty of Portugal. It is essential to apply well in advance of your trip to ensure all requirements are met for a memorable Portuguese holiday. 

What Documents are Needed to Apply for Portugal Tourist Visa?

• Portugal visa application form, filled and duly signed.

• The following Portugal Schengen visa photo criteria must be met:

• Two photos that are no older than six months.

• 35x45mm size
• A color photo with light background is required.
• The candidate has to maintain neutral facial expressions, looking straight into the camera with closed mouth.
• Uniforms and outfits that matches the background should be avoided.

• Passport meeting the following eligibility criteria:

• It must be older than 10 years.
• It is necessary to have two blank pages for the visa stamp.
• It should be valid for at least 3 months after you come back to UK from Portugal.
• Previous passports with visa stamps on them (if any).

• Complete travel itinerary or reservation for a round-trip flight ticket. Flight numbers and dates of your arrival and departure from Portugal must be listed on your ticket. In addition to providing comprehensive advice, we can take care of almost all of your visa needs, including dummy hotel and travel itinerary arrangements. Expert Portugal visa agents in London can assist you in obtaining all of these with ease.

• Travel insurance that certifies you have total cover for travel across the Schengen area, covering at least 30,000 euros for medical emergencies, accidents and even repatriation in case of death. We can provide you the best travel medical insurance for all Schengen country visa.

• Accommodation proof that clearly displays all the information about your entire trip in Portugal. One of the below mentioned possibilities applies here:

• Hotel or hostel booking.
• Rental agreement in case you intend to rent a place while you are there.
• Invitation letter from the host where you will be staying during your holidays in Portugal.

• The proof of your financial stability to survive financially in Portugal throughout your stay. You have to submit one of the following documents:

• Bank statement proving you have enough money in your account to cover your travel expenses. The statement is not allowed to be older than three months.
• Letter of sponsorship from a third party stating that they will be paying for your trip to Portugal. This letter must be submitted along with your sponsor's bank statement which should not be older than 3 months in order to be considered valid.
• Sponsorship letter from a friend or family which proves that they will be paying for all your expenses. This letter must be submitted along with your sponsor's bank statement which should not be older than 3 months in order to be considered valid.
• A combination of both of the above mentioned documents.

Documents Requirements Based on Employment Status

The following Portugal Visa documents must be submitted according to your work status:

• For Employees

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

• For Self-Employed

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

• For Retirees

• Last six months pension statement

How to Apply for Portugal Tourist Visa from UK?

• Visit our website and complete the Portugal visa form with all the required details & pay the nominal fees to reserve an express Portugal visa slot at VFS visa centre.
• You will be contacted by one of our experts who will check all your documents, ask you for your preferred time & date of appointment to book it accordingly.
• Visit the visa centre with all your documents and also provide your digital photo and fingerprints for verification.
• Pay the Portugal visa fees using your card during appointment. Then wait for the decision to be made on you application. You will get your visa & passport back in few days via courier. 

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