For a Portugal visa appointment from Killeen, the linked jurisdiction table lists Texas under the Washington DC jurisdiction. It names Washington DC, Chicago, Houston and Miami as locations, but does not say which one a Texas resident must use.
If VFS confirms Washington DC is the centre permitted for your residence, monitor its Portugal short-stay category C appointments with Portugal Visa Alerts. Monitoring starts after confirmed payment; you complete the booking through VFS.
What the Texas listing means
VFS Global says applicants must book at the Visa Application Centre with jurisdiction over their residence. The linked allocation table places Texas in the Washington DC jurisdiction and names four VFS locations in that group. It does not map Texas residents to one particular centre. The table has no visible revision date, so check the current allocation and booking instructions rather than choosing by distance from Killeen.
VFS lists the Washington DC centre at 1025 Vermont Ave NW, St# 200, Washington, DC 20005. Stated submission hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 15:00. See the Washington DC centre page and jurisdiction information before arranging your visit.
Check your residence and visa category
To apply in the United States, the Portugal instructions require a valid passport or travel document and a valid US residence permit. If you hold a US B1/B2 short-stay visa, the instructions say to apply for a Schengen visa from your country of residence. Confirm that you meet the residence requirements before proceeding.
Short-stay categories listed include tourism, visits to family or friends, business, EEA or EU family members, and transit. This page focuses on Portugal short-stay category C applications. If your travel purpose is different, use VFS’s visa-type guidance to check the correct route.
Prepare the essentials before booking
For a short-stay category C application, prepare the completed and signed form, a recent colour photograph measuring 35 by 45 millimetres, and your original passport. The passport must be valid for three months beyond your Schengen stay. The checklist also asks for copies of previous passports and Schengen visas. Print the completed form to take with you. A legal guardian signs for a minor or an incapacitated applicant.
The checklist also calls for a return flight reservation, accommodation evidence for the full stay or a statement of responsibility, and travel medical insurance covering emergencies and repatriation. It specifies minimum cover of €30,000 or USD 50,000. Work and salary evidence, together with the last three bank statements, are requested to show means for the stay and return.
Requirements can vary by travel purpose and personal circumstances, and further documents may be requested. For example, business applicants need an invitation from a business or company based in Portugal. Keep copies of important documents: VFS says submitted documents other than the passport are not returned. Check the short-stay checklist for the requirements that apply to you.
Check dates and attend in person
VFS states that Portugal visa applications in the United States must be submitted in person, regardless of category. Once you have checked your jurisdiction and assigned centre, use the official appointment booking page to check dates and booking instructions. If no suitable date appears, keep checking that portal; the information here does not establish a timetable for new appointments.
Review the centre’s day-of-visit information before travelling. VFS says minors at the Washington DC centre must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The centre lists wheelchair ramps and accessible lifts, and encourages applicants who need assistance to bring someone with them.
Use notifications as a prompt to check
Portugal Visa Alerts starts searching after payment is confirmed and sends an email when a matching appointment is detected. SMS notifications are available where enabled, supported and possible, but carrier delivery is not guaranteed.
After confirming the correct centre and category with VFS, start Washington DC short-stay appointment alerts. Keep your application papers ready, review a matching date and complete the official booking yourself.