Business

Visa Country: Portugal | Visa Category: Business | Nationality: Indian

Visa Notes & Fees

Passport: Original Passport with validity of minimum three months (from the date of return) and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp.

a) Copy of pages of passport containing personal information and also pages providing important travel information.

Please Note:

a) Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.

b) Indian Passports can only be accepted if their bio data (name, date of birth, place of birth & sex) have not been modified by an "observation". However, observation regarding the validity of the passport or any observation on the last page is acceptable.

c) Attach all your old passports (if any).

Portugal Visa Application Form: Visa application form has to be filled online. Once the applicant fills the form, the printout has to be taken out, signed by the applicant and attached with the application for submission.

Online Form: http://www.secomunidades.pt/vistos/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=171&Itemid=14&lang=en

Photo Specification: One recent (not older than six months) passport-size photograph in color with white background. (3.5cm / 4.5cm) (without Glasses/Spectacles).

Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.

Covering Letter: Covering-letter from applicant on company’s letter head mentioning the designation, passport number, current profile, purpose of visit, itinerary, name and contacts of the company in Portugal. The letter should be addressed to – The Visa Officer, Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

Invitation Letter: Original/Scanned Invitation Letter from Portugal host / inviting Company on its letter head in Portuguese language.

a) Other Correspondences showing prior dealings with Portuguese Counterpart (if any).

b) Sponsorship Letter from host (“Termo de Responsibilities”) undertaking responsibilities for the boarding, lodging and repatriation, if required.

Reservation of Onward / Return Flight Travel Ticket: Flight tickets applicant and of accompanying travellers to Portugal, if any.

IMPORTANT: All visa applicants are required to submit confirmed tickets (Onward / Return) with complete payment details upon collection of their passports if the visa is issued.

Proof of Accommodation: Hotel Confirmation for the entire period of stay as per the tour itinerary.

Please Note: Hotel should match the ticket dates and maximum stay should be in Portugal.

Medical: Original Medical Insurance for the stay duration amounting to 30,000 Euros.

Please Note: Insurance has to be done by the Authorized Insurance Companies.

Financials

a) Personal ITR for last 3 years.

b) Original Bank Statement for last 1 Year with Bank Seal and Sign.

Note: Bank statement should be on A4 Size Paper.

c) Copy of Pan Card.

d) Three months salary slip (If Employed).

Proof of Occupation

a) Company Registration Certificate / Certificate of Incorporation.

b) Brief Company Profile.

For First Time Traveler

Following documents apart from the above mentioned documents need to be submitted along with the application:

a) Articles of Memorandum (Incase the applicant is MD/Director).

b) Proof of Proprietorship / Partnership (In case applicant is Proprietor / Partner in a firm).

c) Import / Export License (if applicable).

d) Ownership proof.

Authorization Letter: Applicant will have to submit an authorization letter authorizing Insight Visa Consultancy Vacations Private Limited to submit and collect documents.

Please Note

a) Prior booking of appointment for submission is mandatory. We advise you to send your application well in advance so that we can arrange for an appointment for timely processing of your visa.

b) Applicants holding valid USA and/or UK visa and have already travelled to Schengen in the past require a gap of minimum 05 working days in advance for the processing of the applications.

c) For those applicants who have never travelled to Schengen/USA/UK require a gap of minimum 10 working days for the processing of the applications.

The applications that do not meet the timelines mentioned above point (b) & (c) will not be accepted by VFS. The timelines will start when the application reaches embassy and not VFS.

New Procedure for Schengen Visa Applications

With immediate effect, Indian citizens travelling to Schengen countries for short-term (max 90 days in 180 days) will have to visit VFS visa application centre personally to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph). For subsequent applications within next 5 years the biometric data will be copied from the previous visa application included in the VIS.

Services

a) Arrange appointment for biometrics at VFS centres as per applicants’ convenience.

b) Offer expert guidance on the documentation for the relevant visa application.

c) Provide ‘Meet & Assist’ service at VFS centres by our Schengen specialists (24x7).

d) Assist in visa fee payments (Online, Demand Draft, Cash).

Exemptions from biometrics

Visa Charges

Tourist

Visa Country: Portugal | Visa Category: Tourist | Nationality: Indian

Visa Notes & Fees

Passport: Original Passport with validity of minimum three months (from the date of return) and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp.

a) Copy of pages of passport containing personal information and also pages providing important travel information.

Please Note:

a) Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.

b) Indian Passports can only be accepted if their bio data (name, date of birth, place of birth & sex) have not been modified by an "observation". However, observation regarding the validity of the passport or any observation on the last page is acceptable.

c) Attach all your old passports (if any).

Portugal Visa Application Form: Visa application form has to be filled online. Once the applicant fills the form, the printout has to be taken out, signed by the applicant and attached with the application for submission.

Online Form: Portugal Visa Application Form

Photo Specification: Two recent passport size color photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.

Covering Letter: Covering-Letter from applicant on business letter head mentioning name, designation, passport number, purpose and duration of visit in brief. The letter should be duly signed by authorized signatory with company stamp and addressed to – The Visa Officer, Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

Please Note: Covering-Letter on Letterhead if applicant is Self Employed or on plain paper if Employed.

Airline Reservation: Ticket Itinerary.

Proof of Accommodation: Hotel Confirmation for the entire period of stay as per the tour itinerary.

Please Note: Hotel should match the ticket dates and maximum stay should be in Portugal.

Medical: Original Medical Insurance for the stay duration amounting to 30,000 Euros.

Please Note: Insurance has to be done by the Authorized Insurance Companies.

Financials

a) Personal ITR for last 3 years.

b) Original Bank Statement for last six months with Bank Seal and Sign.

Note: Bank statement should be on A4 Size Paper.

c) Copy of Pan Card.

d) Three months salary slip (If Employed).

Proof of Occupation

Student

a) Leave Sanction Letter from school including phone number and address of school.

In Case of Minor

a) An NOC by parents, ITR and Bank Statement.

b) If one of parents is accompanying the minor then an NOC attested by notary has to be submitted by the other parent.

Self Employed

a) Company Registration Certificate / Certificate of Incorporation.

b) Brief Company Profile.

c) Articles of Memorandum (Incase the applicant is MD/Director).

d) Proof of Proprietorship / Partnership (In case applicant is Proprietor / Partner in a firm).

e) Import / Export License (if applicable).

Employed

a) Proof of employment like Salary Slip or Appointment Letter / NOC from Employer.

Authorization Letter: Applicant will have to submit an authorization letter authorizing Insight Visa Consultancy Vacations Private Limited to submit and collect documents.

Please Note

a) Prior booking of appointment for submission is mandatory. We advise you to send your application well in advance so that we can arrange for an appointment for timely processing of your visa.

b) Applicants holding valid USA and/or UK visa and have already travelled to Schengen in the past require a gap of minimum 05 working days in advance for the processing of the applications.

c) For those applicants who have never travelled to Schengen/USA/UK require a gap of minimum 10 working days for the processing of the applications.

The applications that do not meet the timelines mentioned above point (b) & (c) will not be accepted by VFS. The timelines will start when the application reaches embassy and not VFS.

New Procedure for Schengen Visa Applications

With immediate effect, Indian citizens travelling to Schengen countries for short-term (max 90 days in 180 days) will have to visit VFS visa application centre personally to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph). For subsequent applications within next 5 years the biometric data will be copied from the previous visa application included in the VIS.

Services

a) Arrange appointment for biometrics at VFS centres as per applicants’ convenience.

b) Offer expert guidance on the documentation for the relevant visa application.

c) Provide ‘Meet & Assist’ service at VFS centres by our Schengen specialists (24x7).

d) Assist in visa fee payments (Online, Demand Draft, Cash).

Exemptions from biometrics

Visa Charges

Transit

Visa Country: Portugal | Visa Category: Transit | Nationality: Indian

Visa Notes & Fees

Passport: Original Passport with validity of minimum three months (from the date of return) and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp.

a) Copy of pages of passport containing personal information and also pages providing important travel information.

b) Valid Visa of final destination.

Please Note:

a) Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.

b) Indian Passports can only be accepted if their bio data (name, date of birth, place of birth & sex) have not been modified by an "observation". However, observation regarding the validity of the passport or any observation on the last page is acceptable.

c) Attach all your old passports (if any).

Portugal Visa Application Form: Visa application form has to be filled online. Once the applicant fills the form, the printout has to be taken out, signed by the applicant and attached with the application for submission.

Online Form: Portugal Visa Application Form

Photo Specification: Two recent passport size color photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas. (You can use the same photograph which you have used to get Destination Visa).

Covering Letter: Covering-letter from applicant on business letter head mentioning his name, current profile, passport number, purpose of visit, itinerary. The letter should be addressed to – The Visa Officer, Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

Ticket: Confirmed booking for the country of destination.

Authorization Letter: Applicant will have to submit an authorization letter authorizing Insight Visa Consultancy Vacations Private Limited to submit and collect documents.

Please Note

a) Prior booking of appointment for submission is mandatory. We advise you to send your application well in advance so that we can arrange for an appointment for timely processing of your visa.

b) Applicants holding valid USA and/or UK visa and have already travelled to Schengen in the past require a gap of minimum 05 working days in advance for the processing of the applications.

c) For those applicants who have never travelled to Schengen/USA/UK require a gap of minimum 10 working days for the processing of the applications.

The applications that do not meet the timelines mentioned above point (b) & (c) will not be accepted by VFS. The timelines will start when the application reaches embassy and not VFS.

New Procedure for Schengen Visa Applications

With immediate effect, Indian citizens travelling to Schengen countries for short-term (max 90 days in 180 days) will have to visit VFS visa application centre personally to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph). For subsequent applications within next 5 years the biometric data will be copied from the previous visa application included in the VIS.

Services

a) Arrange appointment for biometrics at VFS centres as per applicants’ convenience.

b) Offer expert guidance on the documentation for the relevant visa application.

c) Provide ‘Meet & Assist’ service at VFS centres by our Schengen specialists (24x7).

d) Assist in visa fee payments (Online, Demand Draft, Cash).

Exemptions from biometrics

Visa Charges

Visit

Visa Country: Portugal | Visa Category: Visit | Nationality: Indian

Visa Notes & Fees

Passport: Original Passport with validity of minimum three months (from the date of return) and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp.

a) Copy of pages of passport containing personal information and also pages providing important travel information.

Please Note:

a) Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.

b) Indian Passports can only be accepted if their bio data (name, date of birth, place of birth & sex) have not been modified by an "observation". However, observation regarding the validity of the passport or any observation on the last page is acceptable.

c) Attach all your old passports (if any).

Portugal Visa Application Form: Visa application form has to be filled online. Once the applicant fills the form, the printout has to be taken out, signed by the applicant and attached with the application for submission.

Online Form: Portugal Visa Application Form

Photo Specification: Two recent passport size color photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.

Covering Letter: Covering-letter from applicant on business letter head mentioning the name, current profile, passport number, purpose of visit, itinerary, name and contact details of the Friend / Relative in Portugal. The letter should be addressed to – The Visa Officer, Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

Original Sponsorship Letter (“Termo de Responsabilidade”): From the Friend / Relative undertaking responsibilities for the boarding, lodging and repatriation (the letter is valid for one month only).

Proof of Relationship with the Sponsor

a) Identity Card: Photocopies of sponsor's valid Passport/Identity Card ("Bilhete de Identidade") / Residence Permit ("Autorizacao de Residencia").

b) Valid Declaration / Work Contract of the sponsor.

c) Financials:

i) Salary slips of the last 3 months of the sponsor.

ii) IRS (Income Tax Return) for the last 3 years of the sponsor.

iii) Bank Account Statement for the last 6 months of the sponsor.

Airline Reservation: Ticket Itinerary.

Medical: Original Medical Insurance for the stay duration amounting to 30,000 Euros.

Please Note: Insurance has to be done by the Authorized Insurance Companies.

PCC: Police Clearance Certificate attested by Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi with an Apostille Sticker.

Medical Examination Certificate: Attested by Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi with an Apostille sticker.

Birth and Marriage Certificate: Attested by Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi with an Apostille Sticker.

Financials

a) Personal ITR for last 3 years.

b) Original Bank Statement for last One Year with Bank Seal and Sign.

Note: Bank statement should be on A4 Size Paper.

c) Copy of Pan Card.

d) Three months salary slip (If Employed).

Proof of Occupation

Student

a) Leave Sanction Letter from school including phone number and address of school.

In Case of Minor

a) An NOC by parents, ITR and Bank Statement.

b) If one of parents is accompanying the minor then an NOC attested by notary has to be submitted by the other parent.

Self Employed

a) Company Registration Certificate / Certificate of Incorporation.

b) Brief Company Profile.

c) Articles of Memorandum (Incase the applicant is MD/Director).

d) Proof of Proprietorship / Partnership.

Authorization Letter: Applicant will have to submit an authorization letter authorizing Insight Visa Consultancy to submit and collect documents.

Please Note

a) Prior booking of appointment for submission is mandatory. We advise you to send your application well in advance so that we can arrange for an appointment for timely processing of your visa.

b) Applicants holding valid USA and/or UK visa and have already travelled to Schengen in the past require a gap of minimum 05 working days in advance for the processing of the applications.

c) For those applicants who have never travelled to Schengen/USA/UK require a gap of minimum 10 working days for the processing of the applications.

The applications that do not meet the timelines mentioned above point (b) & (c) will not be accepted by VFS. The timelines will start when the application reaches embassy and not VFS.

New Procedure for Schengen Visa Applications

With immediate effect, Indian citizens travelling to Schengen countries for short-term (max 90 days in 180 days) will have to visit VFS visa application centre personally to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph). For subsequent applications within next 5 years the biometric data will be copied from the previous visa application included in the VIS.

Services

a) Arrange appointment for biometrics at VFS centres as per applicants’ convenience.

b) Offer expert guidance on the documentation for the relevant visa application.

c) Provide ‘Meet & Assist’ service at VFS centres by our Schengen specialists (24x7).

d) Assist in visa fee payments (Online, Demand Draft, Cash).

Exemptions from biometrics

Work

Visa Country: Portugal | Visa Category: Work | Nationality: Indian

Visa Notes & Fees

Passport: Original Passport, valid for at least three months beyond the intended duration of stay in the Schengen territory and with at least two blank pages to affix the visa.

a) Copy of pages of passport containing personal information and also pages providing important travel information.

Please Note:

a) Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.

b) Indian Passports can only be accepted if their bio data (name, date of birth, place of birth & sex) have not been modified by an "observation". However, observation regarding the validity of the passport or any observation on the last page is acceptable.

c) Attach all your old passports (if any).

Portugal Visa Application Form: Visa application form has to be filled online. Once the applicant fills the form, the printout has to be taken out, signed by the applicant and attached with the application for submission.

Online Form: http://www.secomunidades.pt/vistos/index.php/formularios

a) Declaration form granting SEF (Foreign and Borders Office) permission for consulting criminal record in Portugal (not required for minors below sixteen years).

Photo Specification: Two recent passport size color photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.

Covering Letter: Covering-letter from applicant on business letter head mentioning the designation, passport number, current profile, purpose of visit and duration of stay. The letter should be addressed to – The Visa Officer, Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

For Employment: Copy of the work contract duly signed by employer and employee.

Declaration: Declaration issued by the Portuguese Authorities (‘Instituto de Emprego e Formação Profissional’).

For Independent Workers: Proof of working independently or Contract between two companies.

Financials: Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses during the stay in Portugal (sponsor or self).

Airline Reservation: Air Ticket Reservation.

Proof of Accommodation

Police Clearance Certificate: Issued by Passport Office (not required for minors below sixteen years), attested by Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi. The document shall be attested with “APOSTILLE” sticker by the Ministry of External Affairs, Consular Division, Patiala House.

Medical: Original Travel Medical Insurance for the stay duration amounting to 30,000 Euros.

Please Note: Insurance has to be done by the Authorized Insurance Companies.

Documentary proof: Professional/educational/technical qualifications.

Note

a) Applicant could be asked for additional documents or may be called for an Interview if desired by The Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

Visa Charges

Seamen

Visa Country: Portugal | Visa Category: Seamen | Nationality: Indian

Visa Notes & Fees

Passport: Original Passport with validity of minimum three months (from the date of return) and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp.

a) Copy of pages of passport containing personal information and also pages providing important travel information.

Please Note:

a) Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.

b) Indian Passports can only be accepted if their bio data (name, date of birth, place of birth & sex) have not been modified by an "observation". However, observation regarding the validity of the passport or any observation on the last page is acceptable.

c) Attach all your old passports (if any).

Portugal Visa Application Form: Visa application form has to be filled online. Once the applicant fills the form, the printout has to be taken out, signed by the applicant and attached with the application for submission.

Online Form: http://www.secomunidades.pt/vistos/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=171&Itemid=14&lang=en

Photo Specification: Two recent passport size color photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.

Covering Letter: Covering-letter from applicant on company’s letter head mentioning the designation, passport number, current profile, purpose of visit, name and contacts of the company in Portugal. The letter should be addressed to – The Visa Officer, Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi.

Invitation Letter: Invitation letter from agent in Portugal stating the seaman’s name, nationality, Date of Birth, passport number, rank in the ship, date of arrival / departure from Schengen.

Letter of Guarantee: Letter from the shipping company or agent in Portugal confirming the dates of arrival and departure of the ship:

a) CDC Booklet (Continuous Discharge Certificate).

b) Appointment Letter / Contract.

c) Declaration from the ‘Port Authorities’ regarding the arrival of ship.

Ticket: Confirmed Return air ticket.

Medical: Medical Examination Certificate attested by Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi with an Apostile sticker.

Authorization Letter: Applicant will have to submit an authorization letter authorizing Insight Visa Consultancy Vacations Private Limited to submit and collect documents.

Please Note

a) Prior booking of appointment for submission is mandatory. We advise you to send your application well in advance so that we can arrange for an appointment for timely processing of your visa.

b) Applicants holding valid USA and/or UK visa and have already travelled to Schengen in the past require a gap of minimum 05 working days in advance for the processing of the applications.

c) For those applicants who have never travelled to Schengen/USA/UK require a gap of minimum 10 working days for the processing of the applications.

The applications that do not meet the timelines mentioned above point (b) & (c) will not be accepted by VFS. The timelines will start when the application reaches embassy and not VFS.

New Procedure for Schengen Visa Applications

With immediate effect, Indian citizens travelling to Schengen countries for short-term (max 90 days in 180 days) will have to visit VFS visa application centre personally to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph). For subsequent applications within next 5 years the biometric data will be copied from the previous visa application included in the VIS.

Services

a) Arrange appointment for biometrics at VFS centres as per applicants’ convenience.

b) Offer expert guidance on the documentation for the relevant visa application.

c) Provide ‘Meet & Assist’ service at VFS centres by our Schengen specialists (24x7).

d) Assist in visa fee payments (Online, Demand Draft, Cash).

Exemptions from biometrics

Visa Charges