E1 — Temporary Stay Visa for Medical Treatment

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 month

Estimated Cost

EUR €110

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Visa for non-EU individuals requiring medical treatment at Portuguese healthcare institutions, renewable for continued care.

Portugal's Temporary Stay Visa for Medical Treatment (Type E1) allows non-residents requiring specialized healthcare exceeding 90 days at a recognized Portuguese healthcare institution. Applicants must provide medical confirmation, proof of sufficient funds for treatment and living expenses, and travel medical insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage including repatriation.

The visa is renewable if treatment continues, allowing multiple entries. The application fee is €110, processing typically takes 30 days, and stay is up to one year (extendable for ongoing treatment). The visa grants access to Portuguese healthcare and social security but does not authorize employment or lead to permanent residency.

This visa is ideal for individuals requiring extended specialized medical treatment in Portugal who need legal residency to complete their healthcare without the standard 90-day visa-free constraint.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Extension increments	1 year

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Medical report and confirmation of acceptance from a Portuguese healthcare institution

Proof of financial means to cover treatment and living expenses

Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, including repatriation)

Criminal record certificate (with Apostille)

Proof of accommodation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Medical report

Confirmation of acceptance from healthcare institution

Proof of financial means

Travel medical insurance

Criminal record certificate

Proof of accommodation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Fast processing at 30–60 days from Portuguese consulate application
Low application fee of EUR 75 for national visa application
Renewable permit allowing extended stays for ongoing medical treatment
Multiple entries permitted during visa validity for medical appointments
Access to Portuguese healthcare system during authorized stay
Initial 1-year stay period renewable if treatment continues

Worth Knowing

Requires formal medical confirmation from a Portuguese healthcare institution
Minimum EUR 30,000 travel medical insurance coverage with repatriation mandatory
Does not grant work authorization—limited to medical treatment purposes only
Requires proof of sufficient financial means for treatment and living expenses
No pathway to permanent residency—strictly temporary medical treatment visa
Criminal record certificate mandatory with Apostille; strict criminal policy may disqualify applicants