Portugal Sticker Visa – 2025 Guide

Portugal Sticker Visa: Application Process

1. Valid passport with at least 3 months validity beyond planned departure and issued within last 10 years (minimum 2 blank pages)
2. Complete and signed Schengen visa application form for Portugal via VFS Global
3. Two recent passport-size photos (35x45 mm, white background, Schengen standards)
4. Confirmed round-trip flight and accommodation bookings
5. Travel medical insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000 for Schengen area
6. Proof of financial means: Bank statements for last 3 months, salary slips, or income tax returns
7. Detailed travel itinerary and purpose of visit explanation
8. Employment certificate, business registration, or student documents as applicable
9. Visa fee payment receipt (~₹8,100 for adults including VFS fees)
10. Biometric appointment at VFS Global Visa Application Centre in India

• Processing Time: Typically 10-15 working days; can increase during peak periods
• Visa Validity: Up to 90 days within 180-day Schengen period
• Track application status online using reference number