How to apply for a Spanish visa

The following visa information comes from the visa information stated on the official website of the Spanish Embassy in China:

1. Unified Schengen visa application:

1. Short-term visa To apply, you need to submit a completed application form (original and copy). The above form can be downloaded for free from the official website or picked up at the Spanish embassy or consulate abroad. ?

2. The visa application must be submitted in person, or through an authorized client at the Spanish embassy or consulate in the consular district of the applicant’s legal residence. If there is no Spanish embassy or consulate in the country, you can apply Applications can be made on behalf of the Spanish embassy or consulate in the country. ?

3. The visa fee should be paid when submitting the visa application (generally 60 euros). This fee will not be refunded if the visa result is rejected. In some cases, visa fees will be reduced or waived according to regulations, but you need to consult the local embassy or consulate. Other required documents vary depending on the purpose of travel and the applicant’s nationality, so you need to consult the local embassy or consulate. ?

4. The maximum processing time for short-term (Schengen) visa is 15 calendar days after the applicant submits the application. In individual cases, when further review of the applicant's application is required, the processing time may be extended to 30 calendar days. In special circumstances, due to the need for applicants to submit additional materials, the processing time will be extended to no more than 60 calendar days. ?

5. After the visa is issued, the applicant or the authorized principal must go to the relevant embassy or consulate within 1 natural month to collect the visa. ?

6. If the visa result is refusal, the applicant will be notified of the reason for refusal in the form of a refusal letter. In this case, the applicant can submit an appeal letter to the Supreme Ministry of Justice in Madrid within 2 months after receiving the refusal letter or a complaint letter to the local embassy or consulate within 1 month. ?

2. Any of the following documents are required for tourist or personal travel visas:

1. Proof of accommodation, or if there is an inviter and he lives in his residence, he needs to present it at his residence An invitation letter issued by the local police station in your place of residence.

Under no circumstances shall a letter of invitation replace other materials required to admit a foreigner.

2. Documents that can confirm the travel plan, itinerary.

3. Return air ticket or complete tour plan.

4. According to the "1282 2007 PRE" decree issued on May 10, the requirement for foreigners to prove that they have sufficient financial ability to enter Spain is at least 64.53 euros per person per day. Therefore, in In any case, the minimum standard per person shall not be less than 580,77 euros or the equivalent in foreign currency.

3. Travel visas for professional, political, scientific, sports, religious or other purposes require any of the following documents:

1. Invitation letter from the company or in the fields of commerce, industry, etc. Invitation letter from the sponsor of the meeting.

2. Documents proving the existence of relationships in business, industry, etc.

3. Passes for exhibitions, forums or conferences, etc.

4. In the invitation letter, admission ticket, reservation form or activity description, indicate the name of the inviting party, the period of stay or any other document that can explain the purpose of the visit as much as possible.

4. A visa for the purpose of study or training requires any of the following documents:

1. Registration certificate for theoretical courses or practical training issued by the education center.

2. Documents proving the course.

Reference materials: Spanish visa—official website of the Spanish Embassy in China Unified Schengen visa—official website of the Spanish Embassy in China