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Portugal

Student Visa

Portugal has rapidly gained popularity as a study destination thanks to its warm climate, affordable living, and expat-friendly policies like the Digital Nomad Visa and NHR tax regime. English-taught programs are growing at Portuguese universities.

Student Visa

Visa Type

Student Visa (Visto de Estudo)

Requirements
  • Enrollment letter
  • Financial proof (€760+/month)
  • Health insurance
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Visa fee €90
Duration

Duration of study (renewed annually)

Cost

Visa fee €90

Cost Overview

Annual Tuition

€1,000 – €7,000

Monthly Living Cost (incl. rent)

€600 €1,400/月

※ 生活費は参考値です。居住エリア・生活スタイルにより大きく異なります。

Popular Cities

  • Lisbon
  • Porto
  • Coimbra
  • Braga

Popular Universities

  • University of Lisbon
  • University of Porto
  • University of Coimbra (one of Europe's oldest)
  • Nova SBE (Business)
  • Técnico Lisboa (Engineering)

Study Tips

  • 1.Tuition is among the lowest in Europe (~€1,000/year)
  • 2.Many Portuguese speak English well — manageable without Portuguese
  • 3.NHR tax regime and D8 Digital Nomad Visa offer attractive options for graduates
  • 4.Lisbon and Porto are booming tech and startup hubs

Info for Japanese Students

Lisbon has a growing Japanese community with Japanese restaurants and expat networks. Portugal's excellent safety record makes it a comfortable choice for Japanese students.

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