A Spain visa allows individuals from outside the European Schengen Area to enter Spain for a short-term stay. The types include tourist, business, study, work, and transit visas. The application process requires submitting documents such as a valid passport, proof of financial means, travel insurance, and an acceptance letter for study or work purposes. Visa fees vary depending on the type and duration of stay. Processing times can take up to 6 weeks, but some urgent applications can be processed in 24 hours. It’s essential to apply well before the intended travel date and ensure all documents are authentic and complete to avoid delays.
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Important informations
| Type of Visa | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|
| Spain Schengen Visa | Maximum of 90 days within a 180 day period |
| Spain long-stay Visas | Longer than three months |
Eligible countries
- Nationals of EU member countries, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland
- For Schengen Visas: citizens of the 62 countries under the Schengen visa regime who do not need a visa for short-term stays in Spain
- For Long-stay Visas: applicants who are not citizens of the above-mentioned countries
For Schengen Visas:
- Spain Transit Visa (Airport Transit and Seamen Transit)
- Spain tourist and visitor visa
- Spain Business Visa
- Spain Medical Treatment Visa
- Spain EEA/EU Dependent Visa
- Spain Visa for Missing Residence Permit
- Spain Study or Training Visa
- Spain Visa for Diplomatic Passport Holders
For Long-stay Visas:
- Spain Student Visa
- Spain Work Visa
- Spain Family Visa
- Spain Au Pair Visa
- Spain Golden Visa
- Spain Entrepreneur Visa
- Spain Working Holiday Visa
- Non-Lucrative Residence Visa
Summary
* Spain visas allow entry and stay in Spain for a specific period of time.
* Two main types of Spanish visas: Schengen (max. 90 days within 180 days) and long-stay (more than 3 months).
* Schengen visas: Transit, tourist/visitor, business, medical treatment, EEA/EU dependent, missing residence permit, study or training, diplomatic passport holders.
* Long-stay visas: Student, work, family, au pair, Golden Visa, entrepreneur, working holiday, non-lucrative residence.
* To apply for a Spain visa, fill in the correct application form, collect required documents, make an appointment, attend interview, pay fees.
* Best time to apply: at least three weeks before travel.
* Apply at Spanish consulate or visa application center.
* With a Schengen Visa, you can stay in Spain and the Schengen area for up to 90 days within 180 days.
* For lost or stolen Spanish resident cards, a re-entry visa is required to enter Spain again.
* Spain: a European kingdom with an area of 505,990 km2 and a population of 46,733,038. Known for its beaches, UNESCO sites, and cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville.