Portugal Visa Fees 2026: Visas and Residence Permits
Moving to Portugal means paying two authorities. The consulate charges for the visa, and the migration agency AIMA charges separately for the residence permit once you arrive. The second bill comes in parts. This guide sets out every amount from the visa portal of the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and from AIMA's own fee table, last updated on 26 February 2026, as read on 13 October 2026.
Quick answer
A national visa, the long-stay visa for work, study, remote work or family, costs 110€. A Schengen visa costs 90 euros, or 45 euros for children over 6 and under 12. An appeal against a refusal costs 75€. In Portugal, AIMA currently charges €99.80 to receive and analyse a residence permit application and €85.80 to grant or renew a temporary permit. A permanent residence permit costs €263.40 to grant.
Visa fees at the consulate
| Visa | Fee |
|---|---|
| National visa (residency or temporary stay) | 110€ |
| Schengen visa, general fee | 90 euros |
| Schengen visa, children over 6 and under 12 | 45 euros |
| Schengen visa, nationals of countries with an EU visa facilitation agreement | 35€ |
| Appeal against a visa decision | 75€ |
Paying the fee does not mean the visa is granted, and it is not refunded if the application is refused.
Who pays nothing for a national visa
- Children below the age of 6
- Descendants of citizens holding a residence permit, under family reunification
- Foreign nationals with a study scholarship granted by Portugal
- Applicants for highly qualified research activity, for residency and temporary stay
- Patients and accompanying persons travelling under health cooperation agreements with Portugal
Who pays nothing for a Schengen visa
- Children below the age of 6 on the date the application is filed
- Students and teachers travelling for training or study
- Researchers travelling for scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations under 25 years of age attending seminars, conferences or cultural and sports events organised by non-profit organisations
- Family members of EU, EEA and Swiss nationals, and of UK nationals under the Withdrawal Agreement
Service fees and currency
- Service provider: an external service provider may charge a service fee on top. For Schengen visas it must not exceed half of the visa fee.
- Where Portugal has no consulate: the service fee should in principle not exceed 80 euros, and a higher fee of up to a maximum of 120 euros may be charged in exceptional circumstances.
- Currency: fees are charged in euros or in the local currency, at an amount revised on a regular basis using the European Central Bank exchange rate.
Residence permit fees at AIMA
AIMA's table gives two columns: the amount set by Ordinance 307/2023 of 13 October, and the amount charged for in-person and digital service after a reduction. The table explains the reduction: until these services are provided on a digital channel, 25% is taken off the fees charged in person.
| Act | Ordinance amount | Amount charged |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving and analysing an application to grant a temporary or permanent residence permit, or to renew one | €133.00 | €99.80 |
| Granting or renewing a temporary residence permit | €114.30 | €85.80 |
| Changing details on a temporary residence permit | €53.30 | €40.00 |
| Granting a permanent residence permit | €351.10 | €263.40 |
| Renewing or changing details on a permanent residence permit | €61.90 | €46.30 |
| Assessing a request to be exempted from the consular residency visa | €307.20 | €230.40 |
| Forms and residence titles | €79.10 | €59.40 |
The receiving-and-analysis line covers permits for work, for research, study, internships and volunteering, for family reunification, and for the EU Blue Card route. The table lists analysis and the grant as separate acts, so read it as a set of charges and confirm the total with AIMA when you book.
EU Blue Card and long-term resident status
| Act | Ordinance amount | Amount charged |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving and analysing an EU Blue Card application, grant or renewal | €169.20 | €126.90 |
| Granting or renewing a temporary EU Blue Card residence title | €160.50 | €120.40 |
| Receiving and analysing an application from a holder of EU long-term resident status in Portugal | €169.20 | €126.90 |
| Issuing or renewing the EU residence title for a long-term resident | €160.50 | €120.40 |
Extending a stay
| Act | Ordinance amount | Amount charged |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving and analysing a request to extend a stay | €53.40 | €40.10 |
| Extension of up to 90 days for holders of a residency visa | €106.10 | €79.50 |
Residence permits for investment
The investment route sits in a different price range. AIMA charges €632.10 to receive and analyse an application, €6,314.20 to grant the permit and €3,157.80 to renew it. The ordinance amounts are €842.80, €8,418.90 and €4,210.30.
Nationalities with a fee exemption
AIMA's table lists nationals of six Portuguese-speaking countries as exempt from the fee for granting or renewing a residence permit: Angola, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe and Mozambique. The exemption is partial. These citizens still pay the charges for receiving and analysing the application and for forms and residence titles.
What a typical move costs in fees
| Stage | Paid to | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National visa | Consulate | 110€ |
| Residence permit: receiving and analysis | AIMA | €99.80 |
| Residence permit: grant of a temporary permit | AIMA | €85.80 |
| Later: grant of a permanent permit | AIMA | €263.40 |
Add the costs that are not government fees: the service provider's charge, travel insurance, the apostille on your criminal record certificate and translations.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a visa for Portugal in 2026?
A national long-stay visa costs 110€. A Schengen short-stay visa costs 90 euros, or 45 euros for children over 6 and under 12.
How much does a Portuguese residence permit cost?
AIMA currently charges €99.80 to receive and analyse the application and €85.80 to grant or renew a temporary residence permit, according to its fee table updated on 26 February 2026.
How much is permanent residence in Portugal?
Granting a permanent residence permit costs €263.40 at the amount AIMA currently charges. The ordinance amount is €351.10.
Is the Portugal visa fee refundable?
No. The visa portal states that paying the fee does not imply the visa is granted and is not refunded if it is refused.
Who is exempt from the Portuguese national visa fee?
Children below the age of 6, descendants of residence permit holders under family reunification, holders of a study scholarship granted by Portugal, applicants for highly qualified research activity, and patients travelling under health cooperation agreements.
How much does it cost to appeal a Portuguese visa refusal?
75€ for the administrative costs of each appeal, except for applications resulting from family reunification authorisations.
Why does AIMA's table show two prices?
One is the amount set by Ordinance 307/2023. The other is the amount charged after a 25% reduction that applies until the services are provided on a digital channel.
Official sources
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Visa portal — National visa fees
- Visa portal — Schengen visa fees
- AIMA — Table of fees and other charges for administrative procedures (updated 26 February 2026)
All figures verified against the official pages above on 13 October 2026. The AIMA table is in Portuguese; the English descriptions here are our own. Fees change by ordinance, so confirm the amount with the consulate or AIMA before you pay. Information, not legal advice.