Have You Been Accepted to a Higher Education Institution in Spain? It’s Time to Apply for Your Study Stay Visa
As you may have heard, Spain has become an excellent destination for higher education. You can apply for a study stay visa from your country of origin or from Spain after entering as a tourist. Spain boasts prestigious educational institutions that will help you solidify your professional and technical career.
How Can I Apply for a Study Stay Visa?
To apply for a study stay visa, you must have been accepted into an authorized higher education institution in Spain. With this acceptance, you fulfill one of the key requirements to apply for a study stay visa.
Requirements for the Study Stay Visa
- You must be legally present in Spain.
- You cannot be a citizen of the European Union.
- You must not be included in the list of individuals inadmissible to Spain under agreements with other countries.
- You must have no criminal record in Spain or in the countries where you have resided in the last 5 years.
- You must prove that you have sufficient financial resources for yourself and your accompanying family members.
- For the applicant: 100% of the IPREM (Indicador Público de Renta de Efectos Múltiples) monthly, which for 2024 is €600. If you can prove you have prepaid accommodation, it can be reduced to 50% of the IPREM, which would be €300.
- For accompanying family members: 75% of the IPREM for the first family member (€450), and 50% of the IPREM for each additional family member (€300).
- Public or private health insurance from an authorized insurer in Spain.
- Medical certificate stating that you do not have any diseases that could have severe public health implications, according to the International Health Regulations of 2005.
- For unaccompanied minor applicants, parental authorization is required.
Documents Required for the Study Stay Visa Application
- Application form: If applying from outside Spain, use the National Visa Application form. If applying from within Spain, use the Official EX-00 form.
- Valid passport with a minimum validity for the requested stay period.
- Proof of financial means: Bank statements, pay slips, notarial declarations, etc.
- Health insurance: Public or private insurance from an authorized entity in Spain.
- Medical certificate: Proving the applicant does not have any diseases that can impact public health according to the International Health Regulations.
- Criminal background certificate: Must be legalized with no more than three months of validity.
- If the applicant is a minor without parents or guardians accompanying them, parental authorization is required, along with confirmation from the responsible institution or organization.
Where Do I Apply for the Study Stay Visa?
- If outside Spain: You must submit your study stay visa application at the Spanish Consulate corresponding to your country of residence.
- If inside Spain: You can submit your application at the Foreigners’ Office in your city, according to your place of residence, or through a legal representative such as a law office.
When Should I Apply for My Study Stay Visa in Spain?
You must submit your application within the first 60 days of your arrival in Spain as a tourist.
Benefits of the Study Stay Visa
- Legal stay: You will be able to reside legally in Spain.
- Duration: The visa is granted for one year or the duration of your studies.
- Family members: Your family members can apply for a companion visa from the very beginning.
- Application: This visa can be applied for from Spain or from your country of origin. If you enter Spain as a tourist, you can apply without returning to your home country.
- Work: You will have a work permit for 30 hours per week.
- Modification: You can switch from a study stay to a residence permit when your current permit is about to expire or has expired.
- International mobility: You can travel within the Schengen Area without needing to manage another visa.
If Your Study Stay Visa is Approved
Once your study stay visa is approved, you will need to apply for your Foreigners’ Identification Card (TIE). For this, you will need:
- TIE application form (EX-17 form).
- Proof of payment of the model 790 code 012 fee.
- Favorable resolution of your study stay visa.
- A recent color photo, passport-sized with a white background.
For more information on this service, please visit: Study Visa Information
