Where to send Portugal Appeal documents?
I have been rejected for a Portuguese Visitor visa and they gave me right to an appeal. On the refusal they did not mention any email or address for the appeal post. I am a well settled person in the UK, I sent them my personal and business bank statements along with all supporting documents like hotel and air booking, but they said they did not understand my purpose of travel.
It seems like the visa officer did not see my all supporting documents. So I have to appeal now, which I have ready with more explanation but don't know where to send it?
Please help if any one knows about their address or email in UK.
Best Answer
The Schengen Visa Code (12.3) states that when notifying the refusal to the applicant, information regarding the procedure to be followed in the event of an appeal should be given https://ec.europa.eu/home-affairs/sites/homeaffairs/files/policies/borders/docs/c_2010_1620_en.pdf#77
If there’s really no information or address for appeal given in the refusal letter, I would write to the Portuguese Consulate nearest to where you live. Addresses are available here: https://www.londres.embaixadaportugal.mne.pt/en/consular-services/general-information
See this question Schengen tourist visa refused. Can I appeal for reconsideration? for advice on what your appeal letter should contain.
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How do I write an appeal letter to an embassy?
Explain the reasons why your visa was refused, as given in the rejection letter you got from the embassy (if you did) List and explain the reasons why you believe the rejection was incorrect, showing arguments. Do not forget to put your signature at the end of the letter, after you print it.How do I appeal a Schengen Visa refusal?
Dear Sir/Madam: With this letter I would hereby like to appeal against the refusal decision made regarding my Schengen visa application for [Name of the Country].How do I appeal a visa refusal in Portugal?
Bring an action to competent court (Administrative Court, Lisbon, Article 22 by suppletion, CPTA), within three months of notification of refusal (Articles 69 and 59 Administrative Court Process Code, CPTA) requesting the overruling of the refusal, and the granting of the required lawful act.How long does Portugal visa appeal take?
Generally, it takes around 4 weeks. However, in some cases, you might have to wait 8 weeks. After your visa appeal has been approved and processed, your visa needs to be issued by competent authorities. This shouldn't take too long as authorities will be instructed to issue your visa after the appeal is successful.THE SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS THAT CAN HELP YOU APPEAL LETTER!
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