Portuguese Government Scholarships

The Portuguese Government Scholarships are annual scholarships funded by Camões, I.P. and DGES to cover living and studying costs for academically outstanding international students. They fund language, cultural, and research programs across a range of disciplines, with full tuition exemption and additional benefits such as a monthly stipend, health insurance, and other allowances. The program supports advanced study and research in Portugal and requires compliance with eligibility and documentation standards.

Tuition exemption, monthly living stipend, health insurance coverage, annual books/materials allowance, visa and language support, research funding for advanced stages.

Suitable for international students aiming to pursue bachelor's, master's, or doctoral studies in Portugal, subject to academic excellence, language proficiency, and prior education requirements.

Submit required documentation to the official gateway (eligibility check, university admission, and grant portal). Prepare CV, motivation letter, language certificates, letters of recommendation, and research plan if applicable; complete the online application and monitor correspondence for further steps.