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Study in Spain - 97% Visa Success Rate

25 QS World Ranking Universities
1-Year post-study work visa
97 % Student Visa success rate
Tuition Fees 4000 - 25000 Euros per academic year
Scholarship of €1,800 to € 6,000 per year
Get a visa in 2 to 6 months

Why to Apply for Spain Study Visa?

Spain is considered to be an ideal place for quality education. It has many top-ranked colleges and universities with a wide range of course options for international students.

Non-EU students seeking higher education in Spain must apply for a Spanish student visa. You can apply for the visa after getting the confirmation letter from a Spanish university. There are two types of Spanish student visas.

Type C (short-term) visa for 90 to 180 days
Type D (long-term) visa for more than 180 days

If you are from a non-EU nation and wish to study in Spain, you must apply for a student visa. You can apply for a visa after receiving the confirmation letter from the university you have been selected for.

Top Universities in Spain

University of Barcelona
Autonomous University of Barcelona
Pompeu Fabra University
University of Navarra
Autonomous University of Madrid
Complutense University of Madrid
University of Granada
Rovira I Virgili University
University of Valencia

Cost of Study in Spain

The cost of study depends on the course/college you select. Spain's public universities charge less tuition fees than Spain's private universities.

Public Universities

Level / Fees (in Euros)

Bachelor's - 750-4,500

Master's - 1,000-5,500

Private Universities

Type / Fee (in Euros)

Private Universities - 20,000 – 30,000

Business Institutes - 25,000 – 35,000

MBA - 30,000 – 40,000

Best Courses to Choose in Spain

Spain is the best place for international students to study. The country has 76 universities, including 24 private universities. Universities of Spain offer graduate, postgraduate, master's, and special classes. At the Degree level, students can choose many specializations.

Popular courses in Spain you can choose from

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
Law
Computer Science
Spanish language

Top 5 Courses in Spain

Business & Management Courses
Computer Science & Information Technology Courses
Hospitality Management Courses
Arts and Humanities Courses
Natural Science Courses

Other courses include:

English literature
Spanish literature
Western American literature
History
Visual arts
Marketing and Finance

International students can choose bachelor's or master's courses in all the top 5 specializations in Spain.

Best universities for Hospitality and Management courses:

Barcelona Executive Business School
Ostelea Tourism Management School
TBS Business School in Barcelona

Best Universities for Natural Science Courses

University of Valencia
University of Barcelona
Pompeu Fabra University

Best Universities for Computer Science & Information Technology Courses

University Carlos III de Madrid
Polytechnic University of Catalonia
University of Barcelona

Best Universities for Business & Management Courses

EAE Business School
IE Business School
ESADE

Best universities for Arts and Humanities Courses

Pompeu Fabra University
University of Basque Country
University of Granada

Spain Student Visa Eligibility

Certificate of acceptance from the joining university
Complete information about the study program, such as the name of the course, duration of the study, and other details
Medical insurance proof
Proof of financial sources to manage expenses in Spain
English language proficiency proof
Complete tuition fee payment receipt

Spain Study Visa Requirements

Acceptance letter from a Spanish University
Submit the visa application form with all required documents
Supporting academic documents of your previous education
Travel and medical insurance policy copies
Proof of accommodation in Spain
Criminal record certificate to prove you have no cases
Spain study visa payment receipt

Language requirements to study in Spain

Though international students can enroll in courses taught in English, learning Spanish is beneficial. Spanish is not required for admission to universities in the country.

However, most universities with Spanish programs require applicants to have a good command of the language and pass a Spanish language test. The primary Spanish test accepted is the DELE test (Diploma de Español Como Lengua Extranjera).

If you have decided to pursue an English course, you must demonstrate your proficiency in the language by passing either the IELTS or Cambridge Advanced.

Requirements to study in Spain

Higher Study Options

Bachelors

Minimum Educational Requirement - 12 Years of Education (10+2)

Minimum Required Percentage - 65%

IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Score - Overall, 6.5 with no band less than 6

Backlogs Information - Up to 10 backlogs (some private hospital universities may accept more)

Other Standardized Tests - For an MBA, GMAT may be required by some colleges with a min 1-2 years of professional work experience

Masters (MS/MBA)

Minimum Educational Requirement - 3/4 Years of Graduate Degree

Minimum Required Percentage - 65%

IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Score - Overall, 6.5 with no band less than 6

Other Standardized Tests - For an MBA, GMAT may be required by some colleges with a min 1-2 years of professional work experien

Student visa for Spain

The visa you will have to apply for will be based on the duration of your course. The details are as explained below:

180-day D-type visa – if the duration of the course is between three and six months
Student visa (type D) – if the duration of the course is more than six months

The Type D visa makes you eligible for the Residence Card for Foreign Students (TIE). This temporary permit allows you to stay in the country for your course.

TIE is valid for one academic year; you can renew it yearly until you complete your studies.

You cannot apply for a student visa while in the country on a short-stay visa.
You can apply for the visa only from your home country.
After you arrive in Spain on a student visa, you cannot change the type of visa.
The visa is valid only if you have obtained it from a Spanish embassy or consulate.

Higher Study Options

Bachelors

Duration - 3 - 4 Years

Intake Months - Sep (Major) & Jan (Minor)

Deadline to Apply - 6-8 months before the intake month

Masters (MS/MBA)

Duration - 1-2 Years

Intake Months - Sep (Major) & Jan (Minor)

Deadline to Apply - 6-8 months before the intake month

Documents required for Spain student visa application:

Completed visa application form
A passport which is valid for the intended period of your stay
2 passport size photos
Certificate of acceptance from the Spanish university
Information about the study program, such as the name of the degree and hours of study per week
Health insurance valid for the whole period of your studies
Proof of having the required financial resources to cover your living expenses during your course of study
Medical certificate and Criminal record certificate to be Apostille by MEA/HRD
Proof of having paid the visa application fees
Criminal record certificate to prove you have no cases

Benefits of studying in Spain

Spain has many attractive places and a great heritage. Its education costs are also meagre compared to other European countries. Spanish universities offer high-quality education with the best course curriculum.
• Rich cultural experience
• Affordable tuition fees
• High-quality education institutions
• Rich historical heritage
• Diverse and vibrant cities
• Opportunities to learn Spanish
• Access to Europe for travel and exploration
• Mild Mediterranean climate
• World-renowned cuisine and food culture

How to Apply for Spain Student Visa

Step 1: Check your eligibility to apply for the Spain Visa.
Step 2: Get ready with all the required documents.
Step 3: Apply for a visa to Spain online.
Step 4: Wait for the approval status.
Step 5: Fly to Spain for your education.

Spain student visa cost

A Spanish student visa cost may range from 80 to 100 euros. The Spanish Embassy may change the visa fee for various reasons. Check the cost on the embassy website before applying for the visa.

Cost of Study in Spain

Higher Study Options

Bachelors - 9,000 Euros

Average Tuition Fee per Year

Visa Fee - 80-90 Euros

Living Expenses - for 1 Year/Proof of funds for 1 year

Is opening a bank account in the country required to show proof of funds? - NA

Masters (MS/MBA) - 9000 Euros and above

Spain student visa processing time

Visa processing for Spain may take 2 to 6 months. When applying for the student visa, submit all the appropriate documents. If all the documents are relevant, the visa processing takes less time.

Spain Scholarships

Name of the Scholarship / Amount (Per Year)

The Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) scholarship - Up to 30,000 Euros

Erasmus Mundus Scholarship - Up to 16,800

CIEE Scholarships and Grants - Up to 6,000

La Caixa Foundation Scholarships - Up to 600 Euros

EADA Scholarships - Up to 15,000 Euros

Working while you study

Students from non-EU countries can work part-time during their course and full-time during vacations.

Non-EU/EEA students must meet the following requirements to work in Spain:

Apply for a work permit (the employer should make the application).
Have a secondary source of financial support (the part-time work income should only be complementary).
Remember that you can only work full-time for three months at a time (and not during university term time, when you are supposed to be studying).

Higher Study Options

Bachelors

Part-time work duration allowed - 30 Hours per week

Post-study work permit - 12 months

Can departments work full-time? - No

Is schooling free for department children - No

PR option available for post-study and work - No

Masters (MS/MBA)

Part-time work duration allowed - 30 Hours per week

Post-study work permit - 12 months

Can departments work full-time? - No

Is schooling free for department children - No

PR option available for post-study and work - No