This page covers where and how to apply for a Portugal tourist visa from the Chennai VAC. For visa types, fees, full document checklist, and processing time, see the complete Portugal Visa Guide →
Fees paid at VFS centre on appointment day. INR equivalent varies with exchange rate. Full fees breakdown & INR conversion →
The Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi processes tourist visa applications for residents of all Indian states and union territories, except Goa. Submit your application at the VFS Global Chennai centre — a primary application centre for Tamil Nadu and South India applicants.
Note: Jurisdiction assignments are based on your permanent residential address. Applicants from Goa fall under the Consulate General of Portugal in Goa. Always confirm your applicable centre on vfsglobal.com/portugal/india/ before booking your appointment.
Centre Operational Details: The Portugal Visa Application Centre in Chennai is located at Ramee Mall, 2nd Floor, Anna Salai. Submission restricted to Mon, Wed & Fri only. Verify on VFS website →
★ Gold services are optional paid add-ons. They do not affect visa decision speed or approval outcome.
Fill out the Schengen visa application on the VFS/Embassy portal. Print, sign, and bring the completed form with your appointment.
Go to vfsglobal.com/portugal/india/ → select Chennai as your centre. Check back around 10:00 AM IST for new slot releases.
Choose your preferred slot. Note that Chennai only accepts submissions on Mon, Wed & Fri. If travelling as a family, book all applicants under one group. Optionally add Premium Lounge or Weekday Prime-Time slots for priority processing at an additional fee.
Pay the VFS service charge online and any optional service fees. Save and print your appointment confirmation — you must carry this to the centre.
Arrive 15 minutes early. Carry: appointment confirmation, original passport, signed application form, and full document set. Visa fee is payable at the counter. Biometrics are enrolled on the same visit.
Processing insights are observational and based on general applicant experience. Actual timelines depend on Embassy workload, individual application complexity, and seasonal factors. For current processing times see Portugal visa processing time by centre →
Teynampet is well-connected via MTC buses. Nearest Metro station is Teynampet (Blue Line), approximately a 10-minute walk or short auto-rickshaw ride to Anna Salai.
Drop-off at Ramee Mall, Anna Salai. Limited street parking due to heavy traffic on Anna Salai. Ola/Uber drop-off directly at the mall entrance is recommended.
Located at Ramee Mall on Anna Salai, near the Teynampet junction. Look for the mall signage and proceed to the 2nd floor.
Carry your printed appointment confirmation for entry. Mobile phones and large bags may need to be stored outside security.
You can submit your application at any of the 12 VFS centres across India regardless of your home city. The visa decision is made by the Consulate covering your registered state of residence — not the VFS centre where you apply.
Schengen
Schengen
Sticker Visa / Tourist Card
Sticker Visa
eVisitor
Sticker Visa
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