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Portugal Schengen Visa Appointment & Processing Time from India (2026)
Updated: 2026-04-07
Portugal currently has a 92% approval rate for Indian applicants. Processing takes 10-15 days in normal season and 2-3 weeks during peak. Wait times for VFS appointments vary by city (see table below).
Approval Rate
92%
Processing
10-15 days
Visa Fee
€90
VFS Fee
₹2,320
Portugal Appointment Wait Times by Indian City
| City | Estimated Wait |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 1-2 weeks |
| Mumbai | 1-2 weeks |
| Chennai | 1 week |
| Bangalore | 1 week |
| Hyderabad | 1 week |
| Kolkata | 1 week |
Estimates based on community reports. Always verify with VFS Global directly before booking travel.
Portugal Processing Time After Submission
Fast processing. Lower rejection rate. Good option for budget travelers.
Normal Season
10-15 days
September – March
Peak Season
2-3 weeks
April – August
Portugal VFS Visa Centres in India
Major VFS Global centres handling Portugal Schengen visa applications:
- Delhi: VFS Global, Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001
- Mumbai: VFS Global, Trade Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai - 400051
- Chennai: VFS Global, Fagun Towers, 74 Ethiraj Salai, Egmore, Chennai - 600008
- Bangalore: VFS Global, Global Tech Park, Marathahalli Outer Ring Road, Bangalore - 560037
- Hyderabad: VFS Global, Aditya Trade Centre, Ameerpet, Hyderabad - 500038
- Kolkata: VFS Global, Rene Tower, 1842 Rajdanga Main Road, Kolkata - 700107
Portugal Visa Tips
- Portugal has fast appointments (1-2 weeks) and a high approval rate (~92%).
- Lisbon and Porto are increasingly popular with Indian travellers — the consulate is welcoming.
- Portugal is significantly cheaper than France or Switzerland — good for budget travellers.
- Cost of living means lower financial expectations — ₹3-4.5 lakh for a 7-10 day trip is usually sufficient.
- Great choice for digital professionals and solo travellers.
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