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Spain Student Visa

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

4 weeks – 2 months

Estimated Cost

€80 EUR

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Duration of studies

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Living in Spain

Cost of Living

25% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary€24,000

Quality of Life

186/200

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Overview

For non-EU students enrolling in authorized Spanish educational institutions.

The Spain Student Visa (national D) lets non-EU/EEA citizens study full-time at authorized Spanish institutions. Students may work up to 30 hours per week.

It covers the study period plus 30 days before and 15 days after. Dependents may join but cannot work. Fee is EUR 80; minimum income EUR 600/month.

This visa is ideal for non-EU students accepted by a Spanish institution who want full-study status with part-time work rights.

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Stay & Extensions

Status type

Tied to program duration

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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Processing3 months

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Processing1 week

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Self-Employment Visa (Autónomo)

Validity1 year

Processing4-6 months

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a non-EU/EEA citizen.

Must have been accepted into an authorized educational institution in Spain.

Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover living expenses and tuition (typically 100% of the IPREM monthly).

Must possess comprehensive private health insurance from a Spanish provider with no co-pay and no waiting period.

Must provide a medical certificate confirming no diseases that could affect public health.

Must provide a criminal record certificate from countries of residence over the past five years (for stays over 180 days).

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

7,200 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (at least 6-12 months validity).

Completed and signed national visa application form.

Official letter of acceptance from the Spanish educational institution.

Proof of financial stability (bank statements, scholarship, or notarized support letter).

Proof of accommodation in Spain.

Private health insurance policy.

Medical certificate.

Criminal background check with apostille/legalization.

Two recent passport-sized photographs.

Application Process

Get university acceptance: Receive acceptance letter from Spanish institution

Prepare financial proof: Show sufficient funds (€600+/month for studies)

Apply at consulate: Submit visa application at Spanish embassy

Pay fee: Pay €80 visa fee ($160 for US citizens, $106 for Canadians)

Attend interview: Attend visa interview if requested

Receive visa: Student visa issued

Application Forms

Student Visa Application

Application for a National Visa (Solicitud de visado nacional)

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Application Steps

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Dependent Visa

Dependents allowed

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Fee Breakdown

Standard Visa Fee: 80 EUR

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Fees

EUR 80

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Forms

Student Visa Application

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Application for a National Visa (Solicitud de visado nacional)

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Official Information

Living in Spain

Cost of Living

25% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary€24,000

Quality of Life

186/200

Full Country Guide

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Overview

For non-EU students enrolling in authorized Spanish educational institutions.

The Spain Student Visa (national D) lets non-EU/EEA citizens study full-time at authorized Spanish institutions. Students may work up to 30 hours per week.

It covers the study period plus 30 days before and 15 days after. Dependents may join but cannot work. Fee is EUR 80; minimum income EUR 600/month.

This visa is ideal for non-EU students accepted by a Spanish institution who want full-study status with part-time work rights.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a non-EU/EEA citizen.

Must have been accepted into an authorized educational institution in Spain.

Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover living expenses and tuition (typically 100% of the IPREM monthly).

Must possess comprehensive private health insurance from a Spanish provider with no co-pay and no waiting period.

Must provide a medical certificate confirming no diseases that could affect public health.

Must provide a criminal record certificate from countries of residence over the past five years (for stays over 180 days).

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

7,200 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (at least 6-12 months validity).

Completed and signed national visa application form.

Official letter of acceptance from the Spanish educational institution.

Proof of financial stability (bank statements, scholarship, or notarized support letter).

Proof of accommodation in Spain.

Private health insurance policy.

Medical certificate.

Criminal background check with apostille/legalization.

Two recent passport-sized photographs.

Application Process