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Portugal entry for Thai citizens — January 2025 matrix result

Short answer: The matrix listed this route as visa required. This passport-destination pair was not independently verified. Destination-level context: European Commission - EU common visa policy (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I/II), reviewed 2026-06-10. It does not independently verify this passport route.

Portugal route context for Thai citizens: Blank passport-like booklets arranged in a dark editorial travel matrix.
Entry corridor
Passport route TH PT

January 2025 matrix result

Listed as: Visa required

This passport-destination pair was not independently verified. Confirm the current rule with the destination government or consulate before relying on it.

This passport-destination result has not been independently verified. The linked destination-level source is context only; it is not proof of this row. European Commission - EU common visa policy (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I/II) · reviewed · Destination source ↗

Methodology

This route uses a historical matrix compiled in January 2025; a mapped destination-level source may provide context but does not independently verify this route.

Destination context
European Commission - EU common visa policy (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I/II) Destination-level source ↗
Last reviewed
Author
William W.
Reviewer
William W. Same person as the author; this is not an independent review.

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Before you travel: Thai citizens going to Portugal

  1. If the destination's official source confirms this January 2025 matrix category still applies: Apply for a visa at the embassy, consulate, or official application centre of Portugal before you travel.
  2. If the destination's official source confirms this January 2025 matrix category still applies: Start early — gather the required documents, photos, and an appointment well ahead of your trip; processing times vary.
  3. If the destination's official source confirms this January 2025 matrix category still applies: Only the official source or the consulate can confirm the documents and fees for your specific purpose of travel.

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Passport validity requirement

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date.

Additional: Passport must also have been issued within the previous 10 years.

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About Portugal for visitors

Portugal punches above its weight — Lisbon's hilltop neighborhoods and pastel tiles attract city-wanderers, Porto's riverside rabelo boats charm river-cruise devotees, and the Algarve's craggy cliffs draw beach pilgrims. Food tourism centers on pastéis de nata and sardines, while wine lovers head to the Douro Valley.

Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon (LIS) serves the western coast; Porto (OPO) handles northern arrivals. Immigration queues move quickly and electronic gates are widely available for eligible travelers.

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Portugal visa FAQ for Thai citizens

Do Thai citizens need a visa for Portugal?

The historical January 2025 VisaGlance matrix, with limited documented corrections, lists this route as follows; this route has not been independently verified. It was listed as requiring a visa in advance.

What passport validity is required to enter Portugal?

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date. Additional requirement: Passport must also have been issued within the previous 10 years.

Where can I find the official visa rules for Thai citizens entering Portugal?

A destination-level source is mapped for Portugal: European Commission - EU common visa policy (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I/II) (https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen-borders-and-visa/visa-policy_en), reviewed 2026-06-10. It provides destination context only and does not independently verify the Thailand passport route. Confirm the exact rule with the destination government or consulate.

How current is this information?

Visa results start from a historical January 2025 base matrix with limited, documented corrections. A mapped destination-level source provides context only; it does not independently verify a passport-destination result. Visa rules change without notice — always confirm with the official government source or embassy before you book or travel.

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Visa rules change without notice. Always confirm with the embassy, consulate or the official government source linked above before you book or travel.

Visa results start from a historical January 2025 base matrix with limited, documented corrections. A mapped destination-level source provides context only; it does not independently verify a passport-destination result.