Portugal for citizens of Italy

🔑 How to enter to Portugal from Italy

To enter Portugal, Italian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Portugal, check whether your Italian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Portugal and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Italian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Italian passport.

✅ Requirements for Italian citizens to visit Portugal with tourist visa

• Italian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Portugal. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Italian citizens on the territory of Portugal is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Italy require a visa to visit the Portugal?

   Italian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Portugal.

2. What happens if a Italian passport holder stays in Portugal longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Portugal is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Portugal is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

3. Do citizens of Italy need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Portugal without a visa?

   Portuguese immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

4. What documents are required for Italian citizens to enter Portugal without a visa?

   Italian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Portugal.

5. Can Italian work or study during the visa-free stay in Portugal?

   The Portugal visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Portugal Italian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.