United Arab Emirates passport → Portugal

Portugal visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates

Visa-free

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can visit Portugal without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Multiple entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for the duration of stay

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport is valid and collect required entry documents
2
Travel to Portugal
Present passport and supporting documents at border control

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond intended stay)
Must be valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen area

Travel

Return or onward flight ticket
Proof of exit from Schengen area
Accommodation proof (e.g., hotel reservation or invitation letter)
Covers entire stay

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, cash, credit card)
Sufficient for accommodation and living costs

Employment

Employment letter or proof of ties to home country (optional but recommended)
Optional
To demonstrate intention to return

Supporting

Travel health insurance (covering Schengen area, min. €30,000)
Valid for entire stay

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Sufficient for stay (no fixed amount)

Bank statements
Cash
Credit card
Traveler's checks

May be asked to show funds at border control

Good to know

Schengen 90/180-day rule applies across all Schengen states

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport valid at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Schengen

Lack of return ticket or onward travel

Always carry proof of exit from Schengen area

FAQ

Do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Portugal?

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can visit Portugal without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can citizens of the United Arab Emirates stay in Portugal?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need for Portugal?

Valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond intended stay); Return or onward flight ticket; Accommodation proof (e.g., hotel reservation or invitation letter); Travel health insurance (covering Schengen area, min. €30,000); Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, cash, credit card); Employment letter or proof of ties to home country (optional but recommended).

How long must my passport be valid for Portugal?

At least 3 months.

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