Student Visa

A useful list of the documents you'll need for your application.

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How do I apply for a student visa in Portugal?

To apply for a Portugal student visa, you can follow these steps:

  1. Get your Letter of Acceptance: You need this from your university.
  2. Find the right place to apply: You can find out where to apply here.
  3. Make an appointment: Schedule an interview with the Portuguese Embassy in your country.
  4. Fill out the application form: Complete the Portugal Student Visa form.
  5. Gather your documents: Collect all required documents for your application.
  6. Pay the visa fee: The Embassy will tell you how to pay (online, bank transfer, cash, etc.).
  7. Submit your documents: Take them to your appointment or mail them if the Embassy is in another country.
  8. Wait for processing: Your visa will be processed after you submit your documents.
  9. Travel to Portugal: Once you get your visa, you can go to Portugal.
  10. Get your residence permit: After arriving, make an appointment with the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) to get your residence permit. You may need to renew it after a year.
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Last updated 1 October 2024