Portugal has been a member of the Schengen Agreement since 1995, so European citizens do not need visas, as well as citizens of some other countries. Australian citizens do need visas to enter the country.

The student visa offers you a stay of more than 3 months. Like many visas, it can take between a few days and several weeks to obtain, so apply in plenty of time. To apply for a student visa, you will need the following documents: