How much does the Portugal D8 visa cost in total?
Updated · Applying for the D8 guide · Not legal advice
The government visa fee is €110 for a national visa, according to the MNE's fee page. On top of that you pay any VFS Global service fee, the FBI check and apostilles, insurance, possibly a NIF representative, and after arrival the AIMA residence permit fee; agencies and lawyers are optional extras.
| Item | Paid to | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National visa fee | Portuguese post | €110 (MNE, checked 2026-11-12) |
| VFS service fee | VFS Global (where used) | Check VFS's page for your centre |
| FBI Identity History Summary | FBI or approved channeler | Check fbi.gov |
| Apostilles | US State Dept / your state | Check the issuing office |
| Insurance | Insurer | Depends on age and cover |
| NIF + representative | Free at Finanças; representative services charge | Varies |
| AIMA residence permit | AIMA | Check aima.gov.pt |
| Our help (optional) | Portugal Nomad Desk | $599 one applicant, $999 family |
Who doesn't pay the visa fee
The MNE lists exemptions including children under 6. Everyone else pays per application.
Quick answers
- How much does the Portugal D8 visa cost?
- €110 government visa fee plus third-party costs (VFS, FBI check, apostilles, insurance) and the AIMA permit fee after arrival.
- How much do visa agencies charge for the Portugal D8 visa?
- Prices vary widely. Ask exactly what's included: document review, templates, appointment help, AIMA support. See agency or DIY.
- Is the fee refundable if I'm refused?
- Generally no: visa fees pay for processing, not for approval.
What to do next
Our Standard plan is a flat $599 (one applicant) and Family $999: personal checklist, templates and a human review before you file. The eligibility check is free.
See what $599 includesSources
- MNE (Vistos): national visa fees
- VFS Global: Portugal visa applications in the United States
- FBI: Identity History Summary Checks
- US Department of State: authenticate (apostille) a federal document
- AIMA: Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum
Checked: . Rules change; confirm current values on the official pages above before you file.