Portugal•EuropeE9 — Temporary Stay Visa for Academic or Professional Training
At a Glance
1 month
EUR €110
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
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.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 1 year |
| Extension increments | 1 year |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be 18+ (minors require parental consent)
Proof of admission/enrollment in a recognized institution
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Proof of enrollment
Proof of financial means
Proof of accommodation
Criminal record certificate
Travel medical insurance
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Fast processing in just 30 days
- Renewable for additional years if program continues beyond the initial term
- Covers short-term academic and vocational training pathways
- Family can accompany via dependent visa for family reunification
- EUR 154 total visa fee (EUR 110 government + EUR 44 VFS service)
- Enrollees gain legal residence status while pursuing professional development
Worth Knowing
- Work authorization is restricted to training-related activities only
- Maximum initial stay of 1 year; extension requires continued enrollment
- Does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency
- Requires proof of financial means to support the stay in Portugal
- No enrollment in a recognized academic or training institution means non-qualification
- Criminal record certificate required; applicants with convictions may be rejected
Application Process
Preparation
NIF & Bank
Appointment
Submission
Processing
Entry
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- Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Australia
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New Zealand
- Study Stay Permit (Permesso di Soggiorno per Studio)
San Marino
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