Turkish citizens must obtain a Schengen visa for Portugal. Find the length of stay, processing time, fee and application steps in this up-to-date article.
Does Portugal require a visa? Yes: Turkish citizens must obtain a Schengen visa even for short stays in Portugal. The permitted stay is 90 days within a 180-day period. In this article you will find information on the fee, processing time, application steps and Portugal tours.
In brief
- Turkish citizens must obtain a Schengen visa for Portugal; there is no visa-free entry right.
- The right of stay is 90 days within a 180-day period, and this covers days spent across all Schengen countries.
- The verified processing time is 15-21 business days, and the visa fee is €90.
- If you are visiting more than one country, apply to the country where you will stay the longest.
- Purchasing a tour does not guarantee visa approval; the application is made separately.
Does Portugal Require a Visa? The Clear Answer
For Turkish citizens, entry into Portugal depends on a Schengen visa. Since Portugal is part of the Schengen Area, there is no visa-free entry right even for short stays for tourism, business or family visit purposes.
The current requirements are kept on our country page according to the official source and were last verified on 1 August 2026. Before applying, check the Portugal visa page.
- Visa type: Schengen visa
- Permitted stay: 90 days within 180 days
- Processing time: 15-21 business days
- Fee: €90
If you are planning a long-term residence, work or study stay, the Schengen short-stay visa is not sufficient; a national visa and residence permit are a separate process for these purposes.
How Does the Schengen Visa Affect Travel to Portugal?
The Schengen visa you obtain for Portugal also allows you to travel to other Schengen countries within the terms of the visa. The right of stay counts the days spent across all Schengen countries together.
Which country should you apply to?
- If you are only going to Portugal, apply to Portugal.
- If you will visit more than one Schengen country, apply to the country where you will stay the longest.
- If the stay durations are equal, choose the country of first entry.
The 90/180-day rule
The right of stay is not calculated based on a fixed calendar year, but based on a rolling 180-day period. Add up the Schengen days from your previous trips to check your remaining allowance.
If you travel frequently in the Schengen area, you can check out our article on the Schengen trusted traveller formula and the 5-year visa. For those wondering about the new entry system, we explained whether ETIAS affects Turkish citizens.
Application Steps, Processing Time and Fee
Applications are made by booking an appointment at an authorized visa application center. Biometric data (fingerprints and photo) are collected during the application.
Steps
- Book an appointment according to your travel dates.
- Fill out the application form completely and in full accordance with your passport information.
- Prepare your passport, photo, travel health insurance, transportation and accommodation reservations, and financial means documents.
- Submit your file and pay the fee.
Processing time and fee
The processing time is verified as 15-21 business days, and the fee is €90. Application centers may also charge an additional service fee; learn the exact amount from the center where you book your appointment.
The processing time is an estimate. Appointment demand and requests for additional documents may extend this period, so leave plenty of time before your travel date. For the current document list, check the Portugal visa page.
Consistency in your documents is important: transportation, accommodation and purpose of travel should support one another. If you have had a previous visa rejection, state this on the form.
After Preparing Your Visa: Portugal Tours
The visa application requires a transportation and accommodation plan. Ready-made tours can make this plan easier; however, purchasing a tour does not mean visa approval, as the visa application proceeds separately.
Some of the routes currently on sale:
- 5-day Portugal tour with a direct flight from İzmir: first departure 5 October 2026.
- 9-day Portugal and Andalusia tour with a direct flight from İzmir: first departure 11 October 2026.
- Portugal, Andalusia and Spain tour departing from Ankara with a round trip to Lisbon: first departure 10 October 2026.
You can view all options in the Portugal tours list. If the tour itinerary includes more than one country within the Schengen area, determine the visa application country based on the length of stay in each country on the route.
Frequently asked questions
Can Turkish citizens travel to Portugal without a visa?
No. Turkish citizens must obtain a Schengen visa for Portugal. There is no visa exemption even for short tourist stays.
How many days does it take to get a Portugal Schengen visa?
The verified processing time is 15-21 business days. Since demand or requests for additional documents may extend this period, it is advisable to apply early.
How long can you stay with a Portugal visa?
With a Schengen visa, you can stay for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. Also check the validity and stay duration information on your visa.
How much is the Portugal visa fee?
The verified visa fee is €90. Application centers may also charge an additional service fee; learn this amount from the center where you book your appointment.
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