Portuguese visa for UAE citizens
A visa is NOT required for UAE passport holders visiting Portugal for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For UAE citizens to enter Portugal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Portugal e-visa for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Portugal visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
Portugal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Portugal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Portugal.
If you are looking for Portugal visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Portugal nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 319.26 kilometers (198.38 mi) away from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Working hours: Close now).
- Riyadh: The Embassy of in Riyadh, ~ 742.63 kilometers (461.45 mi) away from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 44 minutes).
Portugal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Portugal diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Portugal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 20,190 | N/A |
| 2009 | 18,673 | -7.51% |
| 2010 | 19,592 | 4.92% |
| 2011 | 21,066 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 21,759 | 3.29% |
| 2013 | 26,613 | 22.31% |
| 2014 | 30,441 | 14.38% |
| 2015 | 33,997 | 11.68% |
| 2016 | 38,741 | 13.95% |
| 2017 | 44,753 | 15.52% |
| 2018 | 46,939 | 4.88% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Portugal & United Arab Emirates comparison
Portugal's area is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 9.56% smaller than Portugal.
As of November 2025, Portugal's population is ~10.0 million people - 449,805 fewer people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Portugal & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Portugal | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,048,856 | 10,498,661 | 449805 fewer people live in Portugal than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 128 | 101 | Portugal has 27 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 141 | 128 | Portugal passport holders can visit 13 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 150 | 127 | Portuguese hosts 23 more foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Portugal in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Portugal in 2018 was approximately 46,939.
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- Travel time: 13 hours 21 minutes
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