Spanish Study Visa

Student Visa & Residency Guidance

If you are in Spain for less than 90 days, you will not require a visa. If you are in Spain for more than 90 days but less than 180 days, you may obtain a short-term Study Visa.

If you are in Spain for more than 180 days, you must apply for a full Student Visa and you will also need to apply for a TIE residency card.

Required Documents

National Visa Form

Each applicant must complete and sign the visa application, filling in every section. If the applicant is a minor, one parent or a duly accredited representative must sign. (We can complete this form for you and send it for your signature if required.)

Photograph

A recent passport-size, colour photograph taken against a light background, full-face, facing forward. No dark or reflective glasses and no garments concealing the oval of the face.

Passport

Passport must have a minimum validity of one year and contain two blank pages. Provide the original and a photocopy of the passport page(s) containing biometric data. Passports issued more than ten years ago will not be accepted.

Proof of acceptance

Official confirmation of acceptance onto the study, training or volunteer programme.

Proof of financial means

The minimum requirement is 100% IPREM (approximately €600 per month). You must supply bank statements for the last three months to demonstrate these funds.

Health insurance

Original and copy of a public or private health insurance policy issued by an insurer authorised to operate in Spain. The policy must cover the risks insured by Spain’s public health system and must have no co-payments, reimbursements or waiting periods. If the policy has a liability limit, it must be at least €30,000.

Criminal record certificate

Applicants of legal age must submit the original and a copy of criminal record certificate(s) issued by each country of residence for the last five years. Foreign documents must be legalised or apostilled and translated into Spanish by a sworn translator.

Medical certificate

Original and copy of a medical certificate confirming the applicant does not suffer from diseases that could pose a serious public health risk, in line with the 2005 International Health Regulations. Foreign documents must be legalised or apostilled and, where applicable, officially translated into Spanish.

Proof of residence in the consular district

A document showing the applicant’s name and address (for example, utility bills, bank statements, driving licence) proving legal residence in the consular district, or proof that the applicant is attending in-person classes in the consular district.

Proof of representative’s identity and capacity

If the applicant is a minor, submit copies of a parent’s ID or passport and proof of kinship. Originals must be shown when submitting the application. If using a representative, provide a copy of the representative’s ID or passport and the power of attorney or document proving representation; show originals at submission. Foreign documents must be legalised or apostilled and, where applicable, officially translated into Spanish.

Visa fee payment

Payment of the visa fee is compulsory at the time of submission. Fees are payable in local currency and are subject to change due to exchange-rate fluctuations.

Notes & helpful information

Ensure that all foreign documents are legalised (or apostilled) and, where required, translated into Spanish by an official or sworn translator. Keep both originals and copies of every document, as many consulates require both at the time of submission. The IPREM and insurance limits provided are approximate, so you should check with the consulate or an authorised service for the most up-to-date figures before you apply.

If you need a study visa for Spain get in touch today and start your journey – Free consultation: 020 3985 9556 / info@spanishvisaservices.com