Medical Treatment Temporary Stay Visa (Long-term)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 15 days (priority processing)
- Validity
- Duration of medical treatment, up to 12 months
- Entry
- Single entry
For medical treatment exceeding 90 days but less than 1 year in Portugal. The applicant must provide confirmation of acceptance by a recognized Portuguese medical institution. This visa does not permit employment. The decision deadline cannot exceed 15 days due to priority processing for medical cases. A separate temporary stay visa is available for family members accompanying the patient.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals requiring medical treatment in Portugal for more than 90 days.
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Health
Must have documented medical necessity and acceptance by a recognized Portuguese healthcare institution.
Required vaccinations: None specifically required
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-style photos, 35x45mm, white background
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, medical insurance covering treatment costs, proof of payment arrangements with medical institution; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover all medical treatment costs and living expenses for entire stay
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Portugal; Minimum coverage: Full medical coverage including urgent care and repatriation
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Police clearance
Countries required: Country of nationality (not required for applicants under 16); Validity months: 3
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Medical reports from home country, acceptance confirmation from Portuguese medical institution detailing treatment plan, type, and expected duration; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National Visa Application Form; Form url: https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/images/formulario_visto_nacional_en.pdf
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Varies by consulate; Amount: EUR 110
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical reports and acceptance confirmation from Portuguese medical institution. Gather criminal record certificate with Apostille, travel insurance, proof of financial means, and return travel reservation.
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Document submission
Submit application at the Portuguese embassy/consulate. Medical treatment applications receive priority processing.
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Fee payment
Pay EUR 110 national visa fee.
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Processing wait
Priority processing: decision within 15 days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with medical temporary stay visa.