E1 — Temporary Stay Visa for Medical Treatment

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E1 — Temporary Stay Visa for Medical Treatment

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-2 months

Application Fee

75 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

For individuals requiring medical treatment at a recognized Portuguese healthcare institution for >90 days.

This visa is designed for individuals who need to undergo medical treatment in Portugal for a period exceeding 90 days. It requires formal acceptance from a recognized Portuguese healthcare institution and proof of sufficient funds to cover all medical and living costs. While it allows for multiple entries, it does not provide work authorization and is not a direct route to permanent residency.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Extension increments	1 year

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Medical report and confirmation of acceptance from a Portuguese healthcare institution

Proof of financial means to cover treatment and living expenses

Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, including repatriation)

Criminal record certificate (with Apostille)

Proof of accommodation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Medical report

Confirmation of acceptance from healthcare institution

Proof of financial means

Travel medical insurance

Criminal record certificate

Proof of accommodation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Access to Portuguese healthcare
Multiple entries allowed
Renewable for ongoing treatment

Worth Knowing

Does not grant work authorization
Not a direct pathway to PR
Requires proof of significant financial means
Lack of medical confirmation
Insufficient financial means
Criminal record

Application Process

Obtain medical confirmation from Portugal

Gather financial and accommodation proof

Submit application to Portuguese Consulate/Embassy

Attend interview if required

Receive visa and travel

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Overview

For individuals requiring medical treatment at a recognized Portuguese healthcare institution for >90 days.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Medical report and confirmation of acceptance from a Portuguese healthcare institution

Proof of financial means to cover treatment and living expenses

Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, including repatriation)

Criminal record certificate (with Apostille)

Proof of accommodation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Medical report

Confirmation of acceptance from healthcare institution

Proof of financial means

Travel medical insurance

Criminal record certificate

Proof of accommodation