This year, Portugal showcased its excellence at the World Travel Awards in Europe, not only winning the 'Europe's Leading Destination' award for the third consecutive year but also securing over 30 other accolades, making it one of the biggest winners of the ceremony.
These awards are certainly well-deserved, as Portugal is a charming country that combines exquisite cuisine, stunning scenery, and beautiful people. The beautiful city of Lisbon, the historic city of Porto, the 500-year-old Belém Tower, and the pervasive aroma of wine are just some of the cultural attractions that constantly capture the attention of tourists from all over the world.
Portugal Tourist Visa Application Documents
1. Visa Application Form
A fully and accurately completed application form, signed by the applicant in Chinese.
2. Passport
1) Passport must have at least six months of validity remaining and two consecutive blank visa pages.
2) Photocopies of all pages (the first page of the passport requires two copies).
3) The passport must be intact and undamaged. For older versions of passports, please sign your name in standard Chinese characters on the 'Holder's Signature' line on the last page.
4) Please also provide old passports if applicable.
3. Photos
1) Two recent color photos with a white background taken within the last 6 months.
2) Photo size: 35×45mm (same size as passport photos).
3) Ensure even lighting when taking the photo; do not wear glasses or jewelry.
4. ID Card
Photocopy both the front and back sides onto the same sheet of A4 paper.
5. Household Register (Hukou) Photocopy
1) A photocopy of the entire booklet.
2) For collective household registration, provide a photocopy of the collective registration page and the first page of the collective household register, or the original household registration certificate.
6. Marriage/Divorce Certificate Photocopy
1) If the applicant is married, please provide a photocopy of the marriage certificate.
2) If the applicant is divorced, please provide a photocopy of the divorce certificate.
7. Employed Personnel
1) Employment Certificate: Must be printed on the company's official letterhead, stamped with the official company seal, and signed by a company representative (not the applicant). It must include the date and the following information:
a. Address, telephone number, and fax number of the employing company;
b. Applicant's name, passport number, job title, monthly or annual salary, who bears the expenses, and date of employment;
c. Purpose of the trip and dates of travel;
d. Confirmation that the company will retain the applicant's position, and the name and title of the person signing on behalf of the company.
2) Photocopy of the business license or organization code certificate, etc., stamped with the official company seal to verify the company's qualifications.
8. Proof of Assets
1) Original bank statements for the salary account for the last six months or more (must include account number, account holder name, and bank stamp). It is recommended that the balance be at least 50,000 RMB per person. Please avoid making large deposits shortly before the application, as this may cause the visa officer to question the source of your income.
For retirees, provide bank statements showing pension payments.
Note: If you have a passbook or bank card statement that shows monthly salary income, please be sure to provide it (this is beneficial for the visa application).
2) Fixed deposits, wealth management products, stocks, funds, insurance, and other financial products (provide as appropriate).
3) Property ownership certificates, vehicle registration certificates, and other fixed asset documents (recommended if available).
9. For the following individuals, please provide the corresponding materials:
1) Under 18 years of age
① Notarized birth certificate + authentication by the Provincial Foreign Affairs Office.
② If traveling without one or both parents, provide a 'Notarized Letter of Consent for Traveling Alone' + authentication by the Provincial Foreign Affairs Office.
Students:
Must provide a leave of absence certificate issued by the school, stamped with the school's official red seal and signed by a responsible person. If you have a student ID, please provide a photocopy.
2) Retirees
Photocopy of the retirement certificate (if the retirement certificate has not yet been issued, please provide relevant proof issued by the former employer).
3) Homemakers/Unemployed Individuals
Certificate from the neighborhood committee/sub-district office (verifying their unemployed status and identity).
① Original employment certificate of the spouse.
② Original bank statements for the spouse's current account or current bank card (excluding credit cards) for the last three to six months.
③ Original and photocopy of the notarized marriage certificate (including translation) authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China.
④ Photocopy of the spouse's salary slips for the last three months.
10. Travel Itinerary
Create a travel itinerary that suits your plans and clearly outlines your travel schedule.
11. Flight Reservation
Provide flight reservations for your entire trip.
12. Proof of Accommodation
Proof of accommodation must cover the entire travel area (must show the applicant's name). For example: hotel bookings, lease agreements, etc.
13. Insurance
Overseas accident and medical insurance with a coverage of at least 300,000 RMB, which must cover the entire duration of the Schengen trip.
14. Traveling Companions
Indicate whether you are traveling with others. If so, provide the passport information page of the companion(s) (if the companion has already obtained a visa, provide a copy of the visa page).