Portugal Schengen Visa from Egypt

Egyptian citizens applying for a visa to Portugal can access services through the Portugal Visa Application Centers located in Cairo and Alexandria. Various visa types are available, including Long Term National Visas, Subordinated Work Visas, and Tourism Visas. It is essential to choose the correct visa type based on your purpose of travel to ensure a smooth application process.

2 visa centres·4 visa types·Starts at E£1000·Processed by VFS

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Tourism TOU	Long Term Visa - National LT	Long term Visa- E visa DV	Subordinated Work SWC
Cairo Portugal Visa Application Center-Cairo
Alexandria Portugal Visa Application Center-Alexandria

Portugal visa centres in Egypt

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Document checklist

When applying for a visa to Portugal, prepare the required documents carefully. This includes a completed application form, valid passport, recent photographs, proof of accommodation, and financial means. Specific documents may vary based on the visa type, such as employment contracts for work visas or travel itineraries for tourism. Ensure all documents are accurate and submitted in accordance with the guidelines provided by the visa center.

Bank Account Statements
Required
If you are a non-Bahraini national, submit bank account statements for the past 6 months showing regular monthly income or salary; statements must be original bank-stamped or officially authenticated online statements.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Itinerary plan
Required
Travel itinerary plan for the tourism trip, if applicable.
Kid Aely family register extract
Required
Official extract of the Kid Aely family register used to prove the applicant's family ties and marital status.
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Passport photos (standardized)
Required
Standardized passport photographs required for a short-stay visa application (as specified in the checklist).
Copy of passport biometric and all used pages
Required
Copies of the passport biometric page and all used pages, including Schengen visas where applicable.
Proof Of Financial Resources
Required
Provide proof of financial resources. Means of subsistence should be equivalent to 50% of the Portuguese minimum monthly wage net of social security contributions for each month of the foreseeable stay.
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Visa application form
Required
Completed visa application form for a Switzerland Schengen visa. Form: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/switzerland/turkey/english/pdf/visumantrag-schen-en-de.pdf
Bank reference letter
Required in some cases
Letter issued by the applicant's bank accompanying certified personal bank statements as proof of solvency.
Birth certificate
Required in some cases
Official birth certificate of the child, used to prove identity and parentage for minor applicants.
👶Travelling with children
Commercial registry and tax card
Required in some cases
Original commercial registry document and tax card for company owners as proof of business registration and tax status.
👔Self Employed
Egypt residence permit
Required in some cases
Valid Egyptian residence permit required for non-Egyptian applicants applying in Egypt.
Employer vacation confirmation
Required in some cases
Confirmation from the employer approving leave or vacation for the trip.
👔Employed
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
English translation of Arabic documents
Required in some cases
Proper English translation of documents originally issued in Arabic, as required by the checklist.
Hotel Reservation
Required in some cases
Provide confirmed accommodation booking showing the applicant's name, travel dates, and accommodation address details.
🏠Hotel
Mogamma certificate
Required in some cases
Certificate issued by the competent Egyptian authorities indicating whether the applicant has had previous passports and detailing previous movements and travels abroad.
Notarized parental consent letter
Required in some cases
Consent letter obtained from a notary public for child travel cases. The source states it must be issued within 6 months prior to the appointment.
👶Travelling with children
Parent or guardian travel document copy
Required in some cases
Copy of the signed valid passport or other travel document of the parent or guardian who is not travelling with the minor.
👶Travelling with children
Portugal term of responsibility
Required in some cases
Official Portugal term of responsibility form. Official form: https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/uk/english/pdf/New-Term-of-Responsibility.pdf
🤝Host🏠Host
Private accommodation confirmation
Required in some cases
Confirmation of private accommodation from a host, including when the host covers accommodation costs.
🤝Host🏠Host
Proof Of Family Relationship
Required in some cases
Proof of relationship to the non-Austrian EEA/EU or Swiss national, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is required.
🤝Host🏠Host
Multi-country travel itinerary
Required in some cases
Tickets between Schengen countries (if applicable)
Proof of other assets
Optional
Evidence of other assets to demonstrate financial means when the applicant does not have a bank account.

Booking your Portugal appointment

To book an appointment for your Portugal visa application, visit the VFS website for the relevant Visa Application Center in Cairo or Alexandria. It's advisable to schedule your appointment well in advance, as availability can vary. Bring all necessary documents to your appointment, and arrive early to allow time for any unforeseen delays. Familiarize yourself with the center's location and operating hours to ensure a hassle-free experience.