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= Applying for a Schengen Visa = | = Applying for a Schengen Visa = | ||
Depending on the passport that you hold, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa through a Portuguese consulate or visa center in your country of residence. Please be sure to apply for a visa appointment as soon as possible as many consulates and embassies have a large back log. | Depending on the passport that you hold, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa through a Portuguese consulate or visa center in your country of residence. Please be sure to apply for a visa appointment as soon as possible as many consulates and embassies have a large back log. | ||
Team CommUNITY staff is here to help you through the visa application process and provide support. You can reach us at '''[email protected].''' | Team CommUNITY staff is here to help you through the visa application process and provide support. You can reach us at '''[email protected].''' | ||
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# Determine [https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/short-stay-visas-schengen/general-information/who-needs-a-visa#list-of-nationalities-who-must-be-in-possession-of-a-visa if you need to apply for a Schengen visa] to travel to Portugal; <br> | # Determine [https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/short-stay-visas-schengen/general-information/who-needs-a-visa#list-of-nationalities-who-must-be-in-possession-of-a-visa if you need to apply for a Schengen visa] to travel to Portugal; <br> | ||
# [https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/short-stay-visas-schengen/required-documentation/short-stay-visa Review the documents you will need for your visa application] (Please note that this is a list of generally required documents. Be sure to check with your specific embassy or consulate for a list of necessary documents as well | # [https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/short-stay-visas-schengen/required-documentation/short-stay-visa Review the documents you will need for your visa application] (Please note that this is a list of generally required documents. Be sure to check with your specific embassy or consulate for a list of necessary documents as well); <br></big> | ||
# Request a visa appointment through [https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/short-stay-visas-schengen/general-information/where-should-you-lodge-a-visa-application#countries-a-to-f the local consulate or embassy processing visas to visit Portugal]. <br></big> | # Request a visa appointment through [https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/short-stay-visas-schengen/general-information/where-should-you-lodge-a-visa-application#countries-a-to-f the local consulate or embassy processing visas to visit Portugal]. <br></big> | ||
# If needed, request an official letter of invitation to the Global Gathering by contacting '''[email protected]'''</big> | # If needed, request an official letter of invitation to the Global Gathering by contacting '''[email protected].'''</big> | ||
# Reach out to the Visa Support Staff with updates about your visa application process. If you hit any roadblocks, let the team know immediately so they can help support you. | |||
= Applying for ETIAS Travel Authorization = | = Applying for ETIAS Travel Authorization = | ||
Revision as of 12:21, 11 December 2025
Updates
This page has all the information you need regarding obtaining a visa for the Global Gathering, security and safety advice, and contact information for the GG staff, should you need customized support.
- Starting in 2026, travelers from visa-exempt countries planning on entering Europe for a short-term stay will have to apply for ETIAS Travel Authorization. This requirement should be in effect by the last quarter of 2026; however, the program's roll-out dates have shifted several times over the past year. Please familiarize yourself with ETIAS protocols to determine if they will apply to you. More information about ETIAS Travel Authorization is listed below.
Applying for a Schengen Visa
Depending on the passport that you hold, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa through a Portuguese consulate or visa center in your country of residence. Please be sure to apply for a visa appointment as soon as possible as many consulates and embassies have a large back log.
Team CommUNITY staff is here to help you through the visa application process and provide support. You can reach us at [email protected].
To start the process:
- Determine if you need to apply for a Schengen visa to travel to Portugal;
- Review the documents you will need for your visa application (Please note that this is a list of generally required documents. Be sure to check with your specific embassy or consulate for a list of necessary documents as well);
- Request a visa appointment through the local consulate or embassy processing visas to visit Portugal.
- If needed, request an official letter of invitation to the Global Gathering by contacting [email protected].
- Reach out to the Visa Support Staff with updates about your visa application process. If you hit any roadblocks, let the team know immediately so they can help support you.
Applying for ETIAS Travel Authorization
Starting in 2026, travelers from visa-exempt countries planning on entering Europe for a short-term stay will have to apply for ETIAS travel authorization. While implementation of the ETIAS program has been postponed until the last quarter of 2026, we still strongly recommend that you review basic information about the program which country nationals will need to apply by checking the official ETIAS website.
Have questions about the new ETIAS Travel Authorization process? Contact us at [email protected] for more information.
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