Schengen Visa for Spain | Book Spanish Visa Appointment in the UK
Schengen Visa for Spain | Book Spanish Visa Appointment in the UK
Dec 28, 2024
Dec 28, 2024
Information about the required documents can be found on the website
The status of the application can be tracked at the link
Who Can Apply from the UK?
Who can apply for a visa: Applications must be submitted in person. If the applicant is a minor, the application must be submitted by their legal representatives.
Legal status in the UK: Passports, travel documents and residence cards must have a validity of at least three months beyond the last day of your trip in the Schengen Area. In order to apply, you must be resident in the Consular district: England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Channel Islands, Gibraltar and South Georgia & Sandwich Islands. Please note that applicants not residing in the mentioned area or holders of a UK C-visit visa are not eligible to apply.
Visa Types
Short Term Visa (Maximum stay of 90 days)
Tourist Visit
Business Visa
Transit Visa
EU/EEA Spouse and Family Members
National Visa / Long Term Visa
Student / Study Visa
Researcher visa
Internship visa
Digital nomad visa
General scheme for the family reunification visa
Residence and employment work visa
Residence visa with working permit exemption (more than 90 days)
Self-employed work visa
Visa for highly qualified workers & for intra-company transfers
Investor visa
Entrepreneur visa
Non-working residency visa (non-lucrative visa)
Working visa for professionals in the audio visual sector
Documents Required
1. Schengen application form. Each applicant must complete and sign an official application form, filling in each of its sections. If the applicant is a minor, one of their parents 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. Photographs of minors must not show any part of the adult holding them.
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 for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date from the Schengen territory. It must also contain at least two blank pages. Passports issued more than 10 years ago will not be accepted.
4. Travel medical insurance. The insurance must cover the costs of repatriation for medical reasons or death, as well as for urgent healthcare and/or emergency hospital treatment for the entire stay and throughout the Schengen area. Coverage must be of at least €30,000 or its equivalent in local currency. If the application is for a multiple entry visa, the medical insurance must be valid for the first planned entry. The applicant must undertake to purchase insurance for future trips.
5. Payment of the visa fee. The amount of the visa fee is 80 euros for people aged over 12 and 40 euros for children of 6 to 11. Children aged 5 and under are exempt from the fee. Different fees are applied for nationals of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cabo Verde and Russia, pursuant to the respective Visa Facilitation Agreements formalized with these countries.
Visa fee payment is compulsory and has to be made at the same time when submitting a visa application. The fee has to be paid in local currency and it is subject to regular changes due to the currency fluctuations. Please check the list of Consular fees. There is a basic service fee charged by the Visa Application Centre, for further information please visit the VAC web page
6. Documents corroborating the purpose of travel and the specifics of the stay, that the visa applicant has sufficient financial means, as well as the intention of the visa applicant to leave the Schengen area before the visa expires.
7. Proof of residence in the consular district. To verify your consular district, please visit the relevant web section of the Consulate.
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.
Only those applications meeting the requirements specified in sections 1, 2, 3 and 5 will be accepted.
Important:
Please do not staple any documents.
All documents must be in English or Spanish and translated only into Spanish when stated or requested. If so, documents must be officially translated by a certified, professional translator.
An appointment or the acceptance of a visa application and documents by BLS does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Once an application is forwarded to the Consulate, they may request more documentation or make further requests from you in order to process the application.
All decisions regarding the issuance of, duration and number of entries for a visa are at the sole discretion of the Spanish Consulate General in London.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).
Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are ready and properly organized.
Book an Appointment: Schedule your appointment for submitting the application and biometrics. If you are part of a family or group, you’ll have to book individual appointments for each member of the family or group.
Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.
Pay the Fees: Visa application fees can vary based on visa type and processing times.
Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)
Collect your passport: After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your documents from the Visa Application Centre or have your documents returned to you by courier for an additional fee. For some Visa Application Centres your documents will only be returned via courier.
Specifics
The legal period for reaching a decision is of 15 calendar days as of the day after the application submission date, but this period may be extended to 45 calendar days if an interview or additional documents are requested. The Consular Office shall process the application on a preferential basis.
FAQ
Q: Can I apply at the Spain Visa Application Centre if I want to go to Rome or Paris? I can arrange for bookings accordingly Ans: If you plan to apply for your Schengen visa at the Spain Visa Application Centre, your main destination and the maximum period of stay in the Schengen States must be in a Spanish city only. Please provide proof to support this information.
Q: How long do I have to wait for the Visa once I submit my application? Ans: In most cases, you will be informed within 15 calendar days whether your application has been successful. Sometimes it can take up to 45 days in case it is necessary to make a more detailed exam of the application.
Q: Will I get my visa at the end of the process? Ans: As an application centre, the Spain Visa Application Centre will not be able to guarantee you a visa. The issuance or refusal of a visa is at the sole discretion of The Consulate of Spain. The Spain Visa Application Centre cannot influence this decision in any way.
Q: Will my fees be refunded if my visa is refused? Ans: All fees are non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa application is not successful.
How to Book an Appointment
Booking a slot for your visa application can be a daunting task, especially during high travel seasons. This is where Visard.io simplifies the process:
• Instant Notifications: Receive updates on available appointment slots.
• Convenience: Avoid the hassle of manually searching for slots.
🚨 Auto-booking is not available 🚨
Information about the required documents can be found on the website
The status of the application can be tracked at the link
Who Can Apply from the UK?
Who can apply for a visa: Applications must be submitted in person. If the applicant is a minor, the application must be submitted by their legal representatives.
Legal status in the UK: Passports, travel documents and residence cards must have a validity of at least three months beyond the last day of your trip in the Schengen Area. In order to apply, you must be resident in the Consular district: England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Channel Islands, Gibraltar and South Georgia & Sandwich Islands. Please note that applicants not residing in the mentioned area or holders of a UK C-visit visa are not eligible to apply.
Visa Types
Short Term Visa (Maximum stay of 90 days)
Tourist Visit
Business Visa
Transit Visa
EU/EEA Spouse and Family Members
National Visa / Long Term Visa
Student / Study Visa
Researcher visa
Internship visa
Digital nomad visa
General scheme for the family reunification visa
Residence and employment work visa
Residence visa with working permit exemption (more than 90 days)
Self-employed work visa
Visa for highly qualified workers & for intra-company transfers
Investor visa
Entrepreneur visa
Non-working residency visa (non-lucrative visa)
Working visa for professionals in the audio visual sector
Documents Required
1. Schengen application form. Each applicant must complete and sign an official application form, filling in each of its sections. If the applicant is a minor, one of their parents 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. Photographs of minors must not show any part of the adult holding them.
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 for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date from the Schengen territory. It must also contain at least two blank pages. Passports issued more than 10 years ago will not be accepted.
4. Travel medical insurance. The insurance must cover the costs of repatriation for medical reasons or death, as well as for urgent healthcare and/or emergency hospital treatment for the entire stay and throughout the Schengen area. Coverage must be of at least €30,000 or its equivalent in local currency. If the application is for a multiple entry visa, the medical insurance must be valid for the first planned entry. The applicant must undertake to purchase insurance for future trips.
5. Payment of the visa fee. The amount of the visa fee is 80 euros for people aged over 12 and 40 euros for children of 6 to 11. Children aged 5 and under are exempt from the fee. Different fees are applied for nationals of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cabo Verde and Russia, pursuant to the respective Visa Facilitation Agreements formalized with these countries.
Visa fee payment is compulsory and has to be made at the same time when submitting a visa application. The fee has to be paid in local currency and it is subject to regular changes due to the currency fluctuations. Please check the list of Consular fees. There is a basic service fee charged by the Visa Application Centre, for further information please visit the VAC web page
6. Documents corroborating the purpose of travel and the specifics of the stay, that the visa applicant has sufficient financial means, as well as the intention of the visa applicant to leave the Schengen area before the visa expires.
7. Proof of residence in the consular district. To verify your consular district, please visit the relevant web section of the Consulate.
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.
Only those applications meeting the requirements specified in sections 1, 2, 3 and 5 will be accepted.
Important:
Please do not staple any documents.
All documents must be in English or Spanish and translated only into Spanish when stated or requested. If so, documents must be officially translated by a certified, professional translator.
An appointment or the acceptance of a visa application and documents by BLS does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Once an application is forwarded to the Consulate, they may request more documentation or make further requests from you in order to process the application.
All decisions regarding the issuance of, duration and number of entries for a visa are at the sole discretion of the Spanish Consulate General in London.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).
Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are ready and properly organized.
Book an Appointment: Schedule your appointment for submitting the application and biometrics. If you are part of a family or group, you’ll have to book individual appointments for each member of the family or group.
Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.
Pay the Fees: Visa application fees can vary based on visa type and processing times.
Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)
Collect your passport: After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your documents from the Visa Application Centre or have your documents returned to you by courier for an additional fee. For some Visa Application Centres your documents will only be returned via courier.
Specifics
The legal period for reaching a decision is of 15 calendar days as of the day after the application submission date, but this period may be extended to 45 calendar days if an interview or additional documents are requested. The Consular Office shall process the application on a preferential basis.
FAQ
Q: Can I apply at the Spain Visa Application Centre if I want to go to Rome or Paris? I can arrange for bookings accordingly Ans: If you plan to apply for your Schengen visa at the Spain Visa Application Centre, your main destination and the maximum period of stay in the Schengen States must be in a Spanish city only. Please provide proof to support this information.
Q: How long do I have to wait for the Visa once I submit my application? Ans: In most cases, you will be informed within 15 calendar days whether your application has been successful. Sometimes it can take up to 45 days in case it is necessary to make a more detailed exam of the application.
Q: Will I get my visa at the end of the process? Ans: As an application centre, the Spain Visa Application Centre will not be able to guarantee you a visa. The issuance or refusal of a visa is at the sole discretion of The Consulate of Spain. The Spain Visa Application Centre cannot influence this decision in any way.
Q: Will my fees be refunded if my visa is refused? Ans: All fees are non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa application is not successful.
How to Book an Appointment
Booking a slot for your visa application can be a daunting task, especially during high travel seasons. This is where Visard.io simplifies the process:
• Instant Notifications: Receive updates on available appointment slots.
• Convenience: Avoid the hassle of manually searching for slots.
🚨 Auto-booking is not available 🚨