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What to know before applying for a Portuguese visa

Nationals of non-Schengen countries who do not benefit from a visa exemption must obtain a visa before entering Portugal. The type of visa required depends on the duration of the stay and the purpose of travel.

The short-stay Schengen visa, also called type C visa, is intended for people travelling to Portugal for tourism, business, family, medical or short-term study purposes. It allows the holder to stay in Portugal and the other Schengen member states for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period.

The long-stay visa, or national visa (type D), is for people wishing to reside in Portugal for more than 90 days. It is issued, in particular, for family reunification, paid or self-employed work, studies, scientific research or any other purpose provided for by Portuguese law.

The transit visa is intended for travellers whose final destination is outside the Schengen area and who make a stopover in a Portuguese airport. Whether it is required depends on the traveller nationality and itinerary conditions.

Visa applications may be submitted at the earliest six months before the planned travel date and, as a general rule, no later than thirty days before departure. To avoid any delay or unexpected issue in processing the file, it is strongly recommended to begin the steps as early as possible.

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Tourist visa

Tourist visa (private visit) - Portugal

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Last reviewed
Last reviewed on 19th June 2026
Next review
Next review on 19th September 2026

Eligibility

The tourist visa for Portugal, also called a short-stay Schengen visa (type C), allows nationals of countries subject to the visa requirement to stay in Portugal and in the Schengen area for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period.

Intended for tourist trips, this visa does not allow professional activity or remuneration in Portugal.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,173 DH

Visa fee

973 DH

Service fee

200 DH

Child

Per person

Total

687 DH

Visa fee

487 DH

Service fee

200 DH

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

Follow the different steps of the procedure in order and check that your application meets the official requirements before submission. If you would like personalised support, our experts can assist you at every stage of your visa application.

4 steps
  1. 1
    Complete the visa application form

    The visa application form for Portugal must be downloaded from the BLS International website. The applicant must complete it carefully, entering all required information relating to identity, travel, length of stay, financial means and planned accommodation arrangements. Once completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then attached to the visa application file when submitted to the BLS International centre. For any Portugal visa application, the applicant must first download the visa application form from the BLS International website. The form must be completed with all required information about the applicant identity, purpose of travel, planned stay dates, means of subsistence and any other information requested by the competent authorities. Once duly completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then included with all supporting documents forming the visa application file and presented when the application is submitted to the BLS International centre.

  2. 2
    Book an appointment on BLS International

    In Morocco, appointments to submit a Portugal visa application are mainly booked through the online platform of BLS International, the service provider mandated to collect files. Appointment slots are made available according to availability and may be booked as soon as they open.

  3. 3
    Submit the file to BLS International

    On the appointment day, the applicant must appear personally at the BLS International centre competent for their consular district, according to their place of residence, to submit the complete visa application file.

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Medical visa

Stay for medical treatment - Portugal

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Last reviewed
Last reviewed on 13th June 2026
Next review
Next review on 13th September 2026

Eligibility

The medical visa for Portugal allows Moroccan residents to travel to the country to receive medical care, specialist examinations or treatment that is unavailable or difficult to access in Morocco. It is a short-stay Schengen visa allowing its holder to stay in Portugal for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period. The application must be accompanied by medical evidence confirming the need for treatment and by confirmation of care issued by the relevant Portuguese health establishment.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,173 DH

Visa fee

973 DH

Service fee

200 DH

Child

Per person

Total

687 DH

Visa fee

487 DH

Service fee

200 DH

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

Follow the different steps of the procedure in order and check that your application meets the official requirements before submission. If you would like personalised support, our experts can assist you at every stage of your visa application.

6 steps
  1. 1
    Obtain a medical certificate from the treating doctor in Morocco

    To submit a medical visa application for Portugal, the applicant must first obtain a medical certificate issued by a doctor or health establishment in Morocco. This document must certify the need for the planned treatment in Portugal and state that it cannot be carried out in Morocco.

  2. 2
    Obtain prior approval from the health establishment in Portugal

    The applicant must then contact a health establishment in Portugal capable of providing medical care and obtain a certificate from that establishment confirming that the planned treatment can be carried out there. This document must state the nature of the planned care, the treatment start date, the estimated duration and an estimate of the cost.

  3. 3
    Complete the visa application form

    The visa application form for Portugal must be downloaded from the BLS International website. The applicant must complete it carefully, entering all required information relating to identity, travel, length of stay, financial means and planned accommodation arrangements. Once completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then attached to the visa application file when submitted to the BLS International centre. For any Portugal visa application, the applicant must first download the visa application form from the BLS International website. The form must be completed with all required information about the applicant identity, purpose of travel, planned stay dates, means of subsistence and any other information requested by the competent authorities. Once duly completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then included with all supporting documents forming the visa application file and presented when the application is submitted to the BLS International centre.

Documents to prepare


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Identity and personal situation documents
  1. 1
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  3. 3
  4. 4

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VisaVoila service fee

1,200 DH

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For family applications, add 500 DH for each additional applicant.

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Family visa

Tourist visa (family visit) - Portugal

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Last reviewed
Last reviewed on 14th June 2026
Next review
Next review on 14th September 2026

Eligibility

Moroccan nationals planning to stay in Portugal to visit family members for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period must first obtain a type C Schengen visa for family visit purposes.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,173 DH

Visa fee

973 DH

Service fee

200 DH

Child

Per person

Total

687 DH

Visa fee

487 DH

Service fee

200 DH

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

Follow the different steps of the procedure in order and check that your application meets the official requirements before submission. If you would like personalised support, our experts can assist you at every stage of your visa application.

4 steps
  1. 1
    Complete the visa application form

    The visa application form for Portugal must be downloaded from the BLS International website. The applicant must complete it carefully, entering all required information relating to identity, travel, length of stay, financial means and planned accommodation arrangements. Once completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then attached to the visa application file when submitted to the BLS International centre. For any Portugal visa application, the applicant must first download the visa application form from the BLS International website. The form must be completed with all required information about the applicant identity, purpose of travel, planned stay dates, means of subsistence and any other information requested by the competent authorities. Once duly completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then included with all supporting documents forming the visa application file and presented when the application is submitted to the BLS International centre.

  2. 2
    Book an appointment on BLS International

    In Morocco, appointments to submit a Portugal visa application are mainly booked through the online platform of BLS International, the service provider mandated to collect files. Appointment slots are made available according to availability and may be booked as soon as they open.

  3. 3
    Submit the file to BLS International

    On the appointment day, the applicant must appear personally at the BLS International centre competent for their consular district, according to their place of residence, to submit the complete visa application file.

Documents to prepare


Situation-specific document guidance

Civil status and employment status filtering is included in premium guidance.

View premium guidance
Identity and personal situation documents
  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Personalised support available

Benefit from professional support to prepare and submit your visa application with complete peace of mind.

VisaVoila service fee

1,200 DH

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For family applications, add 500 DH for each additional applicant.

VisaVoila fee only (excludes official visa fee).

Business visa

Business visa - Portugal

Access all the essential information about this visa category: eligibility requirements, fees, processing times, supporting documents and the application process.

Last reviewed
Last reviewed on 13th June 2026
Next review
Next review on 13th September 2026

Eligibility

The business visa for Portugal authorises its holder to make short stays, limited to 90 days in any 180-day period. It is intended for people travelling to Portugal for professional reasons, particularly to attend meetings, conclude or sign contracts, participate in fairs, trade shows or commercial events, or make business visits. This visa does not grant any right to carry out paid professional activity in Portuguese territory.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,766 DH

Visa fee

973 DH

Service fee

793 DH

Child

Per person

This visa option is not priced for child applicants.

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

Follow the different steps of the procedure in order and check that your application meets the official requirements before submission. If you would like personalised support, our experts can assist you at every stage of your visa application.

4 steps
  1. 1
    Complete the visa application form

    The visa application form for Portugal must be downloaded from the BLS International website. The applicant must complete it carefully, entering all required information relating to identity, travel, length of stay, financial means and planned accommodation arrangements. Once completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then attached to the visa application file when submitted to the BLS International centre. For any Portugal visa application, the applicant must first download the visa application form from the BLS International website. The form must be completed with all required information about the applicant identity, purpose of travel, planned stay dates, means of subsistence and any other information requested by the competent authorities. Once duly completed, the form must be printed and signed by the applicant, then included with all supporting documents forming the visa application file and presented when the application is submitted to the BLS International centre.

  2. 2
    Book an appointment on BLS International

    In Morocco, appointments to submit a Portugal visa application are mainly booked through the online platform of BLS International, the service provider mandated to collect files. Appointment slots are made available according to availability and may be booked as soon as they open.

  3. 3
    Submit the file to BLS International

    On the appointment day, the applicant must appear personally at the BLS International centre competent for their consular district, according to their place of residence, to submit the complete visa application file.

Documents to prepare


Situation-specific document guidance

Civil status and employment status filtering is included in premium guidance.

View premium guidance
Identity and personal situation documents
  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Personalised support available

Benefit from professional support to prepare and submit your visa application with complete peace of mind.

VisaVoila service fee

1,200 DH

Get premium service

For family applications, add 500 DH for each additional applicant.

VisaVoila fee only (excludes official visa fee).