Residency visa for study, research, student exchange, internship and volunteer work
Who it's for: Students at secondary or higher level, researchers, exchange students, trainees and volunteers coming to Portugal.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Study place needed: Yes
- Main fee: €110
- Decision time: 60 days
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €110 | — | vistos.mne.gov.ptOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Study place neededYesOfficial wording
“Fulfils admission criteria or has been accepted to university for a study program and has enough financial resources to attend such program.”
Main fee€110Official wording
“The fees for processing a national visa application is 110€.”
Decision time60 daysOfficial wording
“The deadline for deciding on a resident visa application, except in circumstance stipulated by law, is 60 days.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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