How long does it take to get a visa for Spain and Portugal? Do I need to apply for two visas?

1. Spain/Portugal visa must be submitted within 3 months before the expected travel date.

2. There is no need to apply for two visas, you only need to apply for a unified Schengen visa.

Schengen visa can travel to the following countries:

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy , Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.

3. Materials required for Spanish visa application:

1. Basic materials

1) The visa application form must be filled out correctly in capital letters.

2) A recent color photo, between 26-35 mm wide and 32-45 mm long, with a white background.

3) Travel medical insurance.

4) Proof of relevant funds.

5) Description of travel purpose.

6) Documentation of flight booking and accommodation details.

2. Tourist visa

1) An application form filled in by hand or machine-typed in English or Spanish capital letters (print), and must be signed by the applicant (minors) The signature of the legal guardian must be added).

2) A recent, color photo with a white background, approximately 26-35 mm wide and 32-45 mm long.

3) The passport is valid for at least 3 months after the expected departure from the Schengen country; it must have more than 2 blank pages and copies of all pages.

4) Accidental injury medical insurance. The insurance period covers the entire period of stay permitted by the visa or the entire itinerary plan. The insurance covers all expenses for medical assistance and return to the home country in case of accidents that may occur while staying in the Schengen countries. The insured amount is at least 30,000 euros.

5) Air ticket reservation form: If you apply for a multiple-entry tourist visa, you need to provide the air ticket reservation form for your first trip. Note: A confirmed round-trip ticket is required. Tickets should be issued and paid for after the visa is issued.

6) Accommodation certificate: Accommodation certificate covering the entire trip.

7) Travel plan: Documents that clearly show the travel plan (transportation reservation, itinerary, etc.).

8) Proof of applicant’s solvency: bank statements from the last 3 to 6 months, no proof of deposit required.

9) Original household registration book (no translation required) and copies of all pages of the household registration book.

10) Original student ID card and certification letter issued by the school for minors (under 18 years old), including the school’s detailed address and phone number, leave permission certificate, name and position of the approver, and other information, and Make a copy.

11) When a minor travels alone or with one parent:

⑴ Travel certificate issued by two parents or legal guardians who are not accompanying them or by the other parent or guardian who is not traveling. Notarized copy of the consent form and authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. When processing outside China, the relevant overseas government agencies will handle the notarization.

⑵ Notarized certificate of relative certification or guardian certification certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

12) Employees:

⑴ A copy of the company’s business license stamped by the company where they are employed.

⑵ The letter of certification issued by the employer (English document, or Chinese with English translation) must be on the company’s official letterhead, stamped with the official seal, signed, dated, and include the company where you work. address, telephone and fax numbers, the name and position of the signatory of the company where he is employed, the applicant’s name, position, income and years of employment, the period of leave allowed, and other information.

13) Retirees: Pension or other proof of regular income.

14) Unemployed adults

⑴ For married persons, spouse’s employment and income certificate, and notarial certificate of marriage (certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs).

⑵ Single/divorced/widowed: other proof of fixed income.

3. For more short-term visas (Category C), see "Schengen Visa"

4. Student visa

1) A valid visa in English or Spanish The hand-filled (printed) or machine-typed application form must be signed by the applicant (for minors, the signature of the legal guardian must be added).

2) A recent, color photo with a white background, approximately 26-35 mm wide and 32-45 mm long.

3) The passport is valid for at least 3 months after the expected departure time from the Schengen country, has more than 2 blank pages, and copies of all pages.

4) Accidental injury medical insurance. The insurance period covers the entire period of stay permitted by the visa or the entire itinerary plan. The insurance covers all expenses for medical assistance and return to the home country in case of accidents that may occur while staying in the Schengen countries. The insured amount is at least 30,000 euros.

5) Air ticket reservation form: If you have a multiple-entry tourist visa, you need to provide the air ticket reservation form for the first trip. Note: A confirmed round-trip ticket is required. Tickets should be issued and paid for after the visa is issued.

6) The applicant has proof of residence during his stay in Spain, and indicates the detailed address (original and copy).

7) Hotel reservations cannot be used as proof of accommodation.

8) Original household registration book (no translation required) and copies of all pages of the household registration book.

9) Applicants who are minors and unaccompanied must provide a notarized letter of consent from their parents or guardians regarding their study and residence in Spain, specifying the name of the responsible institution and study period, translated and Certification (original and copy).

10) Plans for study, training or research to be carried out.

11) A copy of the applicant’s highest academic qualification, translated and notarized (original and copy). For example, primary school, junior high school, vocational education, university, etc.

12) Documents showing sufficient financial ability to cover the expenses of staying in Spain and returning home (bank certificate, property ownership certificate, etc.). The minimum amount is 100% of the IPREM (Public Revenue Index) per month. If the applicant has a scholarship, the amount will be included in the income. Time deposits deposited during the current year will not be accepted.

13) Proof of employment of the applicant or a family member who bears the expenses (translated into Spanish or English), including: position held, salary, signature of the person in charge of the company, company seal and contact information .

IV. Materials required for Portugal visa application

1. For short-term (Category C) visa, see "Schengen Visa".

2. Long-term (Category D) visa.

1) A completed application form signed by the applicant, and attach two 3.5x112.5px photos with a white background taken within the last 12 months.

2) Passport (its validity period shall not be less than 3 months after the expiration of the visa to be applied for, and there shall be at least two blank visa pages) and personal information page. If there are extension pages and visas from other countries, copies are required.

3) Notarized certificate of no criminal record in China (translated into English or Portuguese), and double certified. (If the applicant stays in other countries for more than one year, he or she must show a clean criminal record during the stay).

4) The original household register and copies of all content pages and English or Portuguese translations.

5) Hotel reservation confirmation.

6) Proof of the applicant’s financial status.

7) Air ticket reservation.

8) Accidental injury medical insurance covering the entire trip, including medical and medical rescue coverage of at least 30,000 euros. Provide originals and copies.

9) Notarized copy of academic/professional qualification certificate (translated into English or Portuguese) and double certified (visa applicants who seek medical treatment or accompany sick family members abroad for medical treatment do not need to provide this document).

10) Persons under 16 years old and without civil capacity must present a consent form from their parents/legal guardians when applying for a visa. No criminal record certificate is required.

11) Depending on the type of visa and the purpose of applying for the visa, the following additional materials are required:

⑴ Employment contract

· Work signed by both parties The contract must be notarized in Portugal.

· In accordance with legal requirements, provide a recruitment approval certificate issued by the Portuguese Labor and Vocational Training Bureau.

· If the applicant’s occupation requires relevant professional qualifications according to legal provisions, the applicant must present a professional qualification certificate issued by the relevant Portuguese institution.

⑵ Self-employment or investment-purpose visa

· Self-employment

Work contract signed by the applicant and the employer.

If applicable, relevant professional qualification certificates must be provided.

· Investment

A statement stating investment intentions, including investment scale, investment amount and period.

Relevant proof of the applicant’s previous business and investment activities.

Financial or banking certificate for investment activities in Portugal.

⑶ Engaged in R&D work, teaching in higher education institutions or engaged in high-tech work:

·Research activities

Certificate issued by official institutions, applications are accepted If a person works in a research institution, the proof can be a work contract, a service contract or a scholarship (study).

Scholarship certificate issued by an official institution.

Teaching in a higher education institution: a work contract or service contract with a higher education institution.

Engaged in high-tech work: A work contract or service contract is used to prove that the applicant will be engaged in high-tech work.

⑷ Visa application for the purpose of study, secondary school exchange students, internship or volunteer work:

·Study visa

University:

Proof of admission to higher education institutions (scholars holding Cammons scholarships do not need to provide this).

Proof of scholarship, if applicable.

Secondary School:

Minimum age requirement.

Secondary school enrollment certificate.

Proof of accommodation can be issued by a local family in Portugal or in other forms.

Minor applicants must present a letter of authorization written by their parents or legal guardians. This document must be notarized first and then double authenticated.

Internship:

Certificate of acceptance issued by the internship program.

Training contracts and plans.

Voluntary work

Applicants must meet the minimum working age.

Certificate of acceptance issued by the host organization where the applicant will participate in volunteer work.

⑸ Visa applied as a performer

· Work contract signed by the applicant and the Portuguese inviting party.

· Previous work experience or experience certificate in related fields must be notarized and double certified.

⑹ Family Reunion Visa

· Original approval document issued by the Portuguese Immigration Bureau (foreign abbreviation SEF).

·Meet clauses 98 and 99 of Portuguese Regulation No. 23/2007.

· If applicable, notarized marriage certificate and double certification.

· If applicable, notarized birth certificate and double certified.

· Notarized certificate of kinship and double certification.

· If parents seek refuge with their children, they must provide relevant proof that the parents are financially dependent on their children in Portugal.

Note: The dual authentication mentioned above is authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China or the foreign affairs office authorized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Portuguese Embassy in China.