Portugal•Europe1 month
EUR €154
Varies by filing options
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Pursue academic courses, vocational training, or internships in Portugal for up to one year without requiring a job offer or permanent residency pathway.
This visa is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills through academic courses or vocational training in Portugal. It provides a legal framework for short-term stays and requires enrollment in a recognized institution. No job offer is required.
The visa permits stays up to one year and is renewable as long as your program continues. Processing takes 30–60 days. Visa fees total €154 (€110 government fee plus €44 VFS service fee). Dependents can accompany via family reunification visa.
This visa is ideal for professionals, students, or career-changers pursuing upskilling, academic development, or training in Portugal who need a structured legal stay.
| Initial grant | 1 year |
| Extension increments | 1 year |
Must be 18+ (minors require parental consent)
Proof of admission/enrollment in a recognized institution
Valid passport
Proof of enrollment
Proof of financial means
Proof of accommodation
Criminal record certificate
Travel medical insurance
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