Spain

Study, Work, Live in Spain

Spain is a top destination in Europe for tourism, education, and employment. Whether you’re visiting its historic cities, enrolling in a university, or working with a Spanish employer, the country offers a variety of visas tailored to the duration and purpose of your stay.

Discover beautiful beaches and architecture
Study in historic Spanish universities
Travel freely within Schengen countries
Experience vibrant festivals and lifestyle
Affordable education and living costs
Learn Spanish in immersive environment

Spain Tourist Visa (Schengen Visa – Type C)

The Spain Tourist Visa, officially known as the Schengen Visa (Type C), allows non-EU/EEA nationals to enter Spain and other Schengen countries for tourism, leisure, or short family visits for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period.

Process

Start by checking if your nationality requires a Schengen visa to enter Spain for short stays.
Then, fill out the visa application form and schedule an appointment with the Spanish embassy, consulate, or an authorized visa application center such as BLS International.
Prepare your documents including a valid passport (with at least two blank pages and validity extending three months beyond your return), recent passport-size photographs, round-trip travel tickets, confirmed accommodation details, travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000, and a detailed itinerary.
You must also submit proof of sufficient financial means, typically shown through recent bank statements, employment letters, or sponsor documentation.
On the day of your appointment, submit your application, pay the visa fee of €80, and provide biometric data.
Visa processing generally takes 10–15 working days, after which your visa will be issued and stamped in your passport, permitting short-term travel to Spain and the Schengen area.

Spain Student Visa (Long-Stay Visa – Type D)

The Spain Student Visa (Type D) is a long-stay visa that allows non-EU/EEA students to live in Spain while attending a full-time academic program at a recognized institution. It allows you to stay beyond 90 days and includes part-time work rights.

Process

Start by applying to and receiving an official acceptance letter from a Spanish university, language school, or educational institution.
Then, complete the national visa application form and schedule an appointment at the Spanish consulate or BLS visa center in your country.
Prepare the necessary documents including your passport, visa form, admission letter, proof of sufficient financial means (about €600–€700 per month), private health insurance valid in Spain, proof of accommodation, academic transcripts, and a clean criminal background check.
Submit your documents at the scheduled appointment, pay the visa fee (typically around €60–€80), and provide biometric data.
If your visa is approved, it will be issued for the initial duration of your studies, often up to 6 or 12 months.
Once you arrive in Spain, you must apply for a Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) at the local police station within 30 days and register your local address.