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Study in Portugal

Affordable Atlantic nation with growing global student community

Why study in Portugal?

One of the most affordable countries in Western Europe
Warm climate and welcoming culture
Growing tech hub (Lisbon Web Summit)
Portuguese is spoken by 250M+ people globally
Safe with high quality of life

Top universities

University of Lisbon
University of Porto
University of Coimbra
NOVA University Lisbon

Popular courses

EngineeringBusinessMarine ScienceTourismIT

Cost breakdown

Tuition€2,000 – €7,000/year
Living Expenses€6,000 – €10,000/year
Accommodation€250 – €600/month

Visa process

1

Get Admission

Receive acceptance from a Portuguese university

2

Apply for Visa

Submit student visa at Portuguese embassy

3

Documents

Financial proof, insurance, criminal record, accommodation

4

Residence Permit

Apply for residence permit at SEF upon arrival

Work opportunities

Students can work part-time during studies. Post-study job search visa available.

PR pathways

Residence permit → permanent residence after 5 years of legal residence. Portuguese citizenship after 5 years.

Ready to study in Portugal?

Intakes: September, February