Fully Funded Portugal Government Scholarships 2025–2026

Applications are now open for the Portugal Government Scholarships 2025–26, offering fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies in one of Europe’s most welcoming academic destinations. This scholarship programme is administered by the Portuguese Government through the Directorate-General for Higher Education (DGES) and aims to support outstanding students from around the world.

Host Country:

• Portugal

Study Levels:

• Bachelor’s (Undergraduate)
• Master’s
• PhD (Doctorate)

Eligible Institutions:

• All public and participating higher education institutions in Portugal

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition coverage
• Monthly living stipend (approximately €1,250/month for 10 months)
• Accommodation assistance
• Health insurance
• Research and study support
• Travel allowance (in some cases)
• Additional support for vulnerable groups, such as refugees or displaced persons

Eligibility Criteria

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• Be a citizen of a non-EU country (international applicants)
• Have completed prior academic qualifications relevant to the programme level (e.g. secondary school for bachelor’s, bachelor’s for master’s, etc.)
• Demonstrate academic excellence
• Show language proficiency in either Portuguese or English (depending on the programme)
• Be committed to full-time study in Portugal for the duration of the programme
• Applicants from developing countries and underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply

Application Deadline:

• 30 September 2025

Required Documents

• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Passport or national ID
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter
• Two letters of recommendation
• Language proficiency proof (Portuguese or English)
• Any other document required by the chosen university

How to Apply

• Select a course and an eligible institution in Portugal
• Prepare all required documents
• Visit the official DGES or scholarship portal
• Complete the online application before the deadline
• Await notification and further instructions from the host institution

Why Study in Portugal?

• High standard of education
• Affordable living costs
• Warm climate and safe environment
• Multicultural academic atmosphere
• Access to broader European academic and research networks

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