Spain Study Visa
All you need to know about the Study Visa
Activities for which a Spain study visa may be obtained
- Full-time studies at an authorized school that will lead to the obtainment of a degree or certificate of studies.
- Doctorate studies.
- Training activities.
- Student mobility programmes at compulsory and/or non-compulsory secondary education level at an officially recognized teaching or scientific centre.
- Training placements at public or private bodies or entities that cannot be covered by internship visas (see “Internship visa").
- Au pair programmes.
The following family members may obtain a visa to accompany the student:
- The spouse or unmarried partner.
- Children who are minors or who have a disability.
Required documents for the student
1. National visa application form Each applicant must complete and sign a visa application, filling in each of its sections. If the applicant is a minor, one of their parents or a duly accredited representative must sign the application.
2. Photograph. A recent, passport-size, colour photograph, taken against a light background, facing forward, without dark or reflective glasses, or any garments concealing the oval of the face.
3. Valid, unexpired passport. Original and a photocopy of the page or pages of the passport that contain biometric data. The passport must be valid at least for the duration of the planned stay and contain two blank pages. Passports issued more than 10 years ago will not be accepted.
4. Proof of acceptance for the study, training or volunteer activity or internship. Original and a copy of the document proving:
- Acceptance at an authorized teaching centre to carry out a full-time study programme
- Acceptance at a research or training centre.
- Acceptance for a non-remunerated internship on the basis of a signed agreement.
5. Proof of financial means. Original and a copy of the documents proving that the applicant (or their legal representative or the family member supporting them) has sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of the student's stay and return, as well as the stay and return of the family members accompanying them. The minimum required amount is equivalent to 100% of Spain's Public Multiple Effects Income Indicator (IPREM) i.e. minimum €750 per month for accommodation + diet + transport in Spain. To this amount must be added 75% of the IPREM for the first family member and 50% of the IPREM for each additional family member. If proof is provided that accommodation for the entire stay has been paid for in advance, this amount will be deducted. Foreign documents must be legalized or apostilled and, where applicable, must be submitted together with an official translation into Spanish.
6. Health insurance. Original and a copy of the certificate accrediting the public or private health insurance contracted with an insurance entity authorized to operate in Spain. The insurance policy must cover all the risks insured by Spain's public health system.
If the applicant is participating in a volunteer programme, in addition to the medical insurance, they must provide a copy of the civil liability insurance policy taken out by the organization.
7. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC). Applicants of legal age who apply for a visa for a stay of more than 180 days must submit the original and a copy of the criminal record check certificate(s) issued by their country or countries of residence for the past 5 years. Foreign documents must be legalized or apostilled and, where applicable, must be submitted together with an Sworn translation into Spanish.
8. Medical certificate. Applicants requiring a visa for a stay of more than 180 days must submit the original and a copy of a medical certificate accrediting that they do not suffer from any disease that could cause serious repercussions for public health pursuant to the 2005 International Health Regulations. Foreign documents must be legalized or apostilled and, where applicable, must be submitted together with an official translation into Spanish.
9. Proof of residence in the consular district. The applicant must provide proof of their legal residence in the consular district or that they are attending classes, in person, in the consular district.
10. Proof of the representative's identity and capacity. If the applicant is a minor, it will be necessary to submit copies of the identity document or passport of one of their parents, as well as of the document constituting proof of kinship. The originals must be shown when submitting the application. If the visa application is submitted through a representative, a copy of the identity document or passport of the representative and of the power of attorney or document accrediting representation must be submitted. The originals must be shown when submitting the application. Foreign documents must be legalized or apostilled and, where applicable, must be submitted together with an official translation into Spanish.
11. Authorization of legal representatives. If the applicant is a minor, it will be necessary to provide the original and a copy of the parents' or guardians' authorization of the minor's temporary relocation to Spain, certified by a notary, which must also name the individual who will be responsible for the minor in Spain. Foreign documents must be legalized or apostilled and, where applicable, must be submitted together with an official translation into Spanish.
12. Payment of the visa fee. The Study visa fee is ₹7035. A Demand Draft in favour of Embassy of Spain (if the visa application is to be submitted at the Embassy of Spain in New Delhi) / A Demand Draft in favour of Consulate of Spain in Mumbai (if the visa application is to be submitted at the Consulate of Spain in Mumbai is required.
- When necessary to assess the application, the Consular Office may request additional documents or data and may also ask the applicant to come in for a personal interview.
- Validity period of the visa: If the study stay does not exceed 6 months, the visa will be valid for the entire stay and it will not be necessary to obtain a Foreigner Identity Card.
- If the study stay is for longer than 6 months, the visa will be valid for a 90-day stay. The student must apply for a Foreigner Identity Card (NIE) within a period of 1 month from their entry into Spain, at the Foreign Nationals' Office or the Police Station of the province in which the permit was processed.
Where to Apply for the Spain study Visa in India
NEW DELHI
Consular Section of the Embassy of Spain in India
Address: 4, Golf Links, New Delhi – 110003, Tel: +(91 11) 7160 0350
Visa Appointment
Visiting hours
09:00 to 13:00 hours, Monday to Friday
Phone attending hours
09:00 to 17:00 hours, Monday to Thursday; 9:00 to 14:30 hours on fridays
MUMBAI
Consulado General en Mumbai
Address: Express Towers, 3rd floor, Barrister Rajni Patel Marg -Nariman Point
Mumbai 400021, Tel: (+91) 22 2288 0213 / 19
Visa Appointment
Visiting hours
09:00 to 14:00 hours, Monday to Friday
Phone attending hours
09:00 to 14:00 hours, Monday to Friday
Important to know
- Spain Study Visa fee is ₹7035.
- Students with the Study programs longer
than 6 months will get Temporary
Residency Card
- Students enrolled in Universities can
work 30h/week
- Temporary Residency Number (NIE) is
given on the Study Visa
- If you have NIE you can extend your stay
from Spain without returning to India