Portugal Visa Applications at BLS Nizhny Novgorod
Everything you need to apply for a Portugal Schengen visa from Nizhny Novgorod, Russia — address, opening hours, fees , and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
BLS Nizhny Novgorod
Belinskogo Street 32, Office 3
Nizhny Novgorod, 603000
Russia
Phone & email specific to Portugal visa enquiries
| Phone | +7 499 110 63 76 |
| [email protected] |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Collection only after BLS International receives your processed visa back from the Portugal consulate.
Portugal visa fees in euro.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Portugal consulate, and the BLS International service charge for handling your appointment.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the Portugal consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Adult — other nationals (incl. Russian Federation) €90.00
Standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for adult applicants who are not nationals of the listed facilitation states.
Adult — facilitation states €35.00
Reduced fee for nationals of Ukraine, Armenia, North Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Moldova, Belarus, Azerbaijan and Georgia.
Applies to: Ukraine, Armenia, North Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Moldova, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Georgia
Child (6 to 12) — facilitation states €35.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 from facilitation states.
Child (6 to 12) — other nationals €45.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 of all other nationalities.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
Urgent — facilitation states €70.00
Urgent processing surcharge for facilitation-state nationals.
Reconsideration / appeal fee €4.00
Service fee for appealing a refused visa decision.
BLS International service charges
Operator's own fees, in addition to the embassy fee. Inclusive of VAT.
Service charge (per application)
€35.00Required, paid in addition to the embassy fee.
Cheapest case (non-exempt)
General fee + service charge
Reduced rate + service charge
Optional courier and notification add-ons sit on top. Some applicants apply free — see exemptions below.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years
- Pupils, students, doctoral students and accompanying teachers travelling for study or training
- Researchers travelling for scientific research purposes (per EU Recommendation 2005/761/EC)
- Representatives of non-profit organisations under 25 attending seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, and family members of UK nationals under the Withdrawal Agreement (per Directive 2004/38/CE)
Service fee for appeal: EUR 4. All fees are quoted inclusive of VAT.
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a Portugal visa at BLS Nizhny Novgorod?
BLS Nizhny Novgorod is located at Belinskogo Street 32, Office 3, Nizhny Novgorod, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, 603000. Portugal visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the Portugal counter opening hours at BLS Nizhny Novgorod?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00–15:00 (Submissions); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 15:00–16:00 (Passport Collection).
How do I contact the Portugal counter at BLS Nizhny Novgorod?
You can reach the Portugal counter at BLS Nizhny Novgorod by phone +7 499 110 63 76 or email [email protected].
How do I book a Portugal visa appointment at BLS Nizhny Novgorod?
Start your Portugal visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at BLS Nizhny Novgorod as part of the process.
Other visas processed at BLS Nizhny Novgorod.
Other centres processing Portugal visas in Russia.
Ready to apply for your Portugal visa?
BLS Nizhny Novgorod handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.