To travel to Spain for tourism, non-EU/EEA nationals typically need a Schengen visa, allowing stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This visa permits travel to Spain and other countries within the Schengen Zone. Below are the key details for a tourist visa to Spain:
Eligibility
- Citizens from many countries, including the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and Japan, can travel visa-free to Spain for tourism if their stay doesn’t exceed 90 days.
- If you are from a country that requires a visa, you must apply for a Schengen tourist visa.
Required Documents
- Completed visa application form: Can be downloaded from the consulate’s website.
- Valid passport: Must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay and have at least two blank pages.
- Two recent passport-sized photos: Following Schengen photo guidelines.
- Travel itinerary: Include round-trip flight reservations and accommodation bookings.
- Proof of financial means: Bank statements or proof of income to show you can support yourself during your stay.
- Travel insurance: Coverage of at least €30,000 for medical emergencies and repatriation.
- Proof of ties to home country: Job contract, property deed, or other evidence showing your intention to return home.
- Visa fee: Around €80 for adults (may vary based on nationality).
Application Process
- Submit your application in person at the Spanish consulate or visa application center in your country.
- Processing time can take up to 15 working days, so apply well in advance.
A Spain tourist visa is generally valid for multiple entries within 90 days, but extensions are rarely granted except for exceptional circumstances.
