From 26 January to 27 February 2026, applications are open exclusively to international students who wish to attend courses at the Turismo de Portugal network of Hotel and Tourism Schools. This is an opportunity to attend an excellent training programme in the field of tourism, in a multicultural context, with a strong practical component and international recognition, in one of the most qualified tourist destinations in Europe.
Applicants can specialise in key areas of the sector, such as Cooking, Pastry, Bakery, Catering and Beverages, Hospitality/Accommodation, Tourist Information and Entertainment, Event Organisation, Heritage, and Nature and Adventure Tourism. The training provided at Portugal's 12 Tourism Schools is in line with global trends and geared towards preparing professionals capable of developing an international career in a constantly growing sector.
Studying in Portugal also means becoming part of a safe, welcoming and multicultural country with a high quality of life and a strong tourist identity. The Special Regime for International Students ensures an application process tailored to the needs of students from countries outside the European Union, reinforcing Turismo de Portugal's commitment to attracting international talent and creating a distinctive academic and personal experience.
Interested parties must submit their application within the specified deadline and ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria, consulting all the information available on the official website of the Tourism Schools of Portugal.
// Schedule
_ Application period: 26 January to 27 February 2026
_ Interviews: 2 to 13 March 2026
_ Notification of admission results: 23 March 2026
_ Enrolment: 23 to 27 March 2026
// Eligible candidates
_ do not have Portuguese nationality;
_ are not nationals of a Member State of the European Union;
_ have not been legally resident in Portugal for more than two years without interruption.
// Application process
_ Applications are made through the Schools Portal;
_ Up to three course(s)/school(s) options may be selected, in order of priority;
_ The required documentation must be included in the application form.
Apply and build your future in tourism, becoming part of an international community of excellence.
