Spain Visas
Capital Madrid · Currency EUR · Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Immigration Office
Spain is in the Schengen Area. Short visits use a Schengen visa; long stays for study or work use a national visa, and you obtain a foreigner ID card (TIE) after arrival.
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.Spain visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist / Visit Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) |
EUR 90 | 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases) | Max 90 days per 180-day period | View → |
| Student Student Visa |
EUR 80 (approx.) | 2–4 weeks | Course length | View → |
| Work / Skilled Work & Residence Visa |
EUR 80–200 (route-dependent) | Weeks to a couple of months | Up to 3 years (renewable) | View → |
| PR / Immigration Long-Term Residence |
EUR 80 (approx.) | Up to 3 months | Long-term (5-year card) | View → |
Visa types for Spain
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Tourism, family visits or business up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
- Processing: 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)
- Stay: Max 90 days per 180-day period
- Validity: Up to 90 days / 180 days
Student Visa
Study in Spain with a national visa, part-time work rights and low public tuition.
- Processing: 2–4 weeks
- Validity: Course length
Work & Residence Visa
Employer-sponsored work permit, plus fast Highly Qualified and digital-nomad routes.
- Processing: Weeks to a couple of months
- Validity: Up to 3 years (renewable)
Long-Term Residence
Permanent residence after five years of continuous legal stay in Spain.
- Processing: Up to 3 months
- Validity: Long-term (5-year card)
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Embassy of Spain
New Delhi, India
12 Prithviraj Road, New Delhi 110011, India
Spain visa FAQs
What visa types does Spain offer?＋
VisaViews covers 4 Spain visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Spain have an eVisa or visa-free entry?＋
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a Spain tourist visa?＋
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change — always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Spain visa take to process?＋
Processing time varies by visa type; the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) typically takes 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases).
Who handles Spain visas and immigration?＋
Spain visas and immigration are administered by Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Immigration Office. The official portal is https://www.exteriores.gob.es.