Brazilians will have to adapt to the new visa application system
Migration planning for Portugal now requires more financial resources for some individuals. Starting April 17, all visa applications for Portugal (excluding tourist visas) must be submitted in person, ending the option to send documents by mail. Consultants note that this change, while increasing costs for those living far from VFS Global offices, aligns with standard consular practices for document validation. Meanwhile, student visas have become a primary alternative due to the ongoing suspension of job-seeker visas, and authorities emphasize that immigration processes have become significantly more rigorous and bureaucratic.
