Q1: Portugal visa processing time?
A1: Usually 10-15 working days, though it can extend during summer months when Portugal sees heavy tourist demand.

Q2: I’m considering the Golden Visa; is that the same process?
A2: No, that’s a completely different, longer-term residency route. We handle standard Schengen tourist, business, family, and transit visas, not the Golden Visa investment programme.

Q3: What if I’m staying with family in Portugal?
A3: You’ll need an invitation letter from them along with proof of their address and residency status, instead of a hotel booking.

Q4: Do retirees need different documents?
A4: Pension statements work in place of employment letters. Everything else on the checklist stays the same.

Q5: How do I know if I need a visa for Portugal at all?
A5: It depends on your nationality and passport. If you’re a UK citizen travelling for tourism under 90 days, you currently don’t need a visa, this service is mainly for other nationalities applying through the UK. We can confirm your specific situation.