🇹🇷Türkiye

🇵🇹PortugalTR-PT

Türkiye to Portugal visa requirements

Q: Does ETIAS apply to Turkish travelers?

No. ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities. Because Turkish ordinary passport holders are visa-required, they continue to apply for a standard Schengen visa, not ETIAS.

Q: How long can I stay in Portugal on this visa?

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area, subject to the dates on your visa sticker.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

EUR 80 for adults (rising to EUR 90 on 11 June 2026), plus a visa-center service fee. Children 6-11 pay a reduced fee; under 6 are exempt.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and should apply at least 3-4 weeks ahead. Standard processing is about 15 days but can take up to 45 in busy periods.

Q: Do diplomatic or special passport holders need a visa?

No. Holders of Turkish diplomatic (green/special) and service passports are exempt from the Schengen visa for Portugal, but this does not apply to ordinary passports.

Turkish ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Portugal for tourism. Portugal is in the Schengen Area, and Turkey is not on the visa-exempt list, so a visa must be obtained in advance. Portugal is part of the Schengen Area, and holders of ordinary Türkiye passports are NOT visa-exempt. You must apply for a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before departure at the Portuguese consular service in Türkiye or its appointed visa center (e.g., VFS Global). The visa allows tourism stays of up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. As of 30 May 2026 the standard adult visa fee is EUR 80, rising to EUR 90 on 11 June 2026, plus a service-center fee. ETIAS does NOT apply to Turkish ordinary passport holders — because they are visa-required, they continue using the traditional Schengen visa rather than the ETIAS travel authorization (which is reserved for visa-exempt nationalities). The new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) records border crossings but does not replace the visa requirement. Apply 3-6 weeks ahead; processing is typically about 15 calendar days but can extend up to 45 days in busy periods.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, Uniform Visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen-wide)

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple entry as granted

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 80 (rising to EUR 90 from 11 Jun 2026) + service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

About 15 calendar days; up to 45 in peak periods

standard track

Validity

Per sticker; often aligned to trip dates or up to a few years for multiple-entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm visa type and consular jurisdiction

For tourism, you need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa from the Portuguese consular service or its appointed visa center (VFS Global) in Türkiye. Portugal must be your main destination or first point of entry.

· Type C· Tourism

/02

Book an appointment and complete the application form

Register on the Portugal e-visa portal / VFS Global and book an in-person appointment for biometrics. Complete and sign the Schengen application form honestly.

· Online booking· Biometrics required

/03

Assemble supporting documents

Gather passport, photos, travel medical insurance, flight and hotel reservations, proof of funds, and employment/income evidence as required.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· Proof of funds

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the EUR 80 visa fee (EUR 90 from 11 Jun 2026) in Turkish Lira, plus the visa-center service fee. Children 6-11 pay a reduced fee; under 6 are exempt.

· EUR 80 / 90· Paid in TRY

/05

Attend the appointment and submit biometrics

Attend in person, submit fingerprints and a photo, and hand in your file. Keep the receipt to track your application.

· Fingerprints· Track online

/06

Collect passport and travel

Wait about 15 days (up to 45 in peak season), collect your passport, and verify the visa sticker dates and number of entries before you travel.

· ~15 days· Check sticker

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Türkiye -> Portugal · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, Uniform Visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 3+ months beyond departure, with 2+ blank pages and issued within last 10 years

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos (35x45mm)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance, min. EUR 30,000 coverage, valid Schengen-wide

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredHotel bookings or full accommodation/itinerary for the trip

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements, salary slips)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedEmployment proof / leave letter / business registration

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredNotarized parental consent for minors traveling without both parents

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

RequiredVisa fee paid (EUR 80 / EUR 90) plus service-center fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesPortugal MFA – Who needs a Schengen short-stay visa Portuguese Embassy in Ankara – Consular general information Portugal MFA – Schengen visa fees

Application link included: Portugal MFA – Who needs a Schengen short-stay visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 80Rises to EUR 90 on 11 Jun 2026; paid in Turkish Lira

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 40Rises to EUR 45 on 11 Jun 2026; under 6 exempt

VFS Global service fee~EUR 35-40Per applicant, in addition to the visa fee

Travel medical insurance~EUR 20-50Min. EUR 30,000 coverage for the trip duration

Total estimateEUR 100 — EUR 180incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

~15 calendar days

Typical decision time once the file is submitted at the visa center.

Peak-season / additional checks

Up to 45 days

May extend during high season or if extra documents or checks are needed. Apply early.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Turkey is not on the Schengen visa-exempt list

Schengen rules require ordinary Turkish passport holders to obtain a visa before travel; the candidate-country exemption does not apply to Turkey.

High

/02

Tourism / short holiday

Most travelers apply for a Type C tourist visa for sightseeing and short visits of up to 90 days.

High

/03

Visiting family or friends

Visits to relatives or friends in Portugal also require the Schengen short-stay visa, often with an invitation letter.

Medium

/04

Business meetings or conferences

Short business trips use the same Type C visa, typically with a company/host invitation.

Medium

/05

Transit through a Portuguese airport

Onward travel via Portugal may need the short-stay visa depending on routing and connection.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Türkiye to Portugal route verified

Confirmed via Portugal MFA and the Portuguese Embassy in Ankara that Turkish ordinary passport holders still need a Schengen short-stay visa. Verified ETIAS does not apply to visa-required Turkish nationals and noted the visa fee increase to EUR 90 from 11 Jun 2026.

/09 — The questions