Portugal Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

Nigeriapassport Portugaldestination

Single entry ApprovalLow Transit visaYes

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Portugal. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days (Schengen) / 60+ days (D7/D8). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~NGN 132,000). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos. Portugal offers attractive long-stay D7/D8 visas (passive income/digital nomad) — popular among Nigerians seeking EU residency. Also agricultural worker quota. Significant Nigerian community in Lisbon/Porto (~12K).

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Portuguese National D (>90 days): Work (D1, D2 entrepreneur), Study (D4), Family Reunification (D6), Passive Income (D7 — popular for Nigerian retirees/entrepreneurs), Digital Nomad (D8 — EUR 3,280/month, popular for Nigerian remote workers/fintech), Agricultural Worker (popular Nigerian route via recruitment), Golden Visa (under reform).

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In NGNNGN 134,640

Minimum bank balance~USD 55/day (EUR 50)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Portuguese Embassy)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15-21 working days (Schengen) / 60+ days (D7/D8)

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 50/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Termo de Responsabilidade)

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever (carried)

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation / Sponsor's Termo de Responsabilidade; Bank statement (3-6 months); Employment letter; ITR; NIN; Yellow Fever cert (carried); Biometrics at VFS Abuja/Lagos.

Visa types (2)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days (Schengen) / 60+ days (D7/D8)

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Nigerian passport holders changing planes airside at an airport in Portugal en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Portugal or the Schengen Area.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Nigerians (~55-65%): (1) Insufficient funds; (2) Weak ties to Nigeria; (3) Doubtful return intent; (4) Past Schengen overstays in Portugal; (5) Asylum-claim history; (6) D7 passive income visa fraud — fake income certificates flagged; (7) Agricultural worker visa fraud — Nigerian recruitment agencies selling fake contracts; (8) Inadequate insurance; (9) Family ties in Portugal raise flags; (10) 419 document forgery screening; (11) Inconsistent itinerary.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Portugal, Plot 1410 Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone+234 9 461 0780

Emailabuja@mne.pt

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Portugal visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Portugal with a Nigeria passport?

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Portugal (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Portuguese Embassy).

How much does a Portugal visa cost for Nigeria passport holders?

The Portugal visa fee is USD 99 (about NGN 134,640). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Portugal visa?

Typical processing for a Portugal visa is 15-21 working days (Schengen) / 60+ days (D7/D8). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Portugal on this visa?

A Portugal visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Portugal visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Portugal visa via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Portuguese Embassy). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.