Portugal Schengen Visa Requirements For Kenyan Citizens

• Visa Application Form: Provide a fully completed and signed visa application form.

• Passport Photograph: Provide one recent colour photograph with a white background, taken within the last three months.

• Valid Passport: Provide your current passport, valid at least six months beyond the visa expiry date. Previous passports may be requested.

• Residence Permit (Non-Kenyans):
  Provide a copy of your valid Kenyan residence permit showing at least three months’ validity beyond your travel dates. Applicants who are not legal residents of Kenya are not eligible to apply at this Embassy.

• Civil Status Documents:
  Provide birth and/or marriage certificates.

• Purpose of Travel: Provide a formal invitation from the organizing institution stating the exact dates, venue, and purpose of your visit (for conferences, meetings, or training).

• Invitation Requirements for Portugal:
  Provide a sworn an affidavit stating the nature of the visit, the dates and the physical address of the EU citizen’s domicile. Also, a certified copy of the EU citizen’s ID or passport is required as well as the previous year’s tax declaration. Email to gremb.nai@mfa.gr.

• Accommodation Proof: Provide evidence of accommodation in the host country, such as hotel reservations, lease agreements, or confirmation from your host.

• Proof of Financial Means: Provide certified bank statements for the last six months and recent pay slips to demonstrate sufficient funds for your stay.

• Employment or Business Documents: Provide a letter from your employer confirming leave or, if self-employed, a copy of your company registration certificate.

• Minors (Under 18 Years):
  Provide a notarized parental consent letter if traveling alone or with one parent, a copy of parent/guardian passport or ID, and the child’s birth certificate. If one parent is deceased, provide a death certificate. Children under 12 years are exempt from the visa fee.

• Return Travel Booking:
  Provide proof of return flight reservation. Do not pay for the ticket before visa approval.

• Insurance Coverage:
  Provide travel medical insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000 from an approved  provider.

Note: All documents should be and addressed to the Embassy of Greece in Kenya in English and/or in Greek. Applicants may be asked to submit further documentation if necessary. Submitted documents will not be returned.