Schengen visa Madeira Portugal

I am travelling at the end of feb to Funchal in Madeira (portugal) with my wife. She has a indian passport with a marriage 2 year visa, she arrived in the uk may 2005. I have a british passport.

Question is do I apply through the portugal embassy for a schengen visa? What are they like regarding how long they take and can you go in person or need a appointment.

I saw on the site that if the partner has a EU passport there is no fee for the visa, can this be true?

Note: A Schengen visa will be issued free of charge to the spouse and children of an EU national, upon presentation of the original marriage or birth certificate and a valid EU passport. For children, original full birth certificates are required.

http://portugal.embassyhomepage.com/portugal_visa_information_portuguese_embassy_london_united_kingdom.htm

Thanks In Advance

Hello,

The Schengen visa to be issued to your wife is indeed free, as she is the spouse of a EU citizen. Read more

Each embassy or consulate has its own internal organization. You should contact the relevant consular section to find out whether you need an appointment. I recommand that you apply now.

Regards.
Martin
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