Business visa · Moldova (Republic of) to Portugal

Schengen Short-Stay Visa-Free Entry (Business)

Visa free

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
No application required
Validity
90 days within any 180-day period
Entry
Multiple entry

Nationals of visa-exempt countries may enter Portugal for short-term business activities such as meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, and trade fairs without a visa. Employment or paid work is NOT permitted under this visa-free regime. For work activities, a national D-type visa is required.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Nationals of Annex II visa-exempt countries.

    Eligible countries: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Holy See, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Korea (Republic of), Macao, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia (Federated States of), Moldova (Republic of), Monaco, Montenegro, Nauru, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Taiwan, Province of China, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)

  • Purpose of visit

    Short-term business activities only: meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, trade fairs, and business consultations. Paid employment is not permitted.

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • contract negotiations
    • trade fairs

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements, company credit cards, corporate sponsorship letter; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for duration of stay

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel booking, corporate accommodation, or invitation from host company; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Letter from Portuguese business partner or organization confirming purpose of visit, dates, and business relationship

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare passport, proof of business purpose (invitation letter, conference registration, etc.), proof of accommodation, return flight, and financial means.

  2. Processing wait

    No visa application required. Present supporting documents at border control upon arrival.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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