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Spain

Spain Schengen visa application process, BLS appointment and document checklist.

Information may change; confirm current requirements with the official embassy or visa application centre before you travel.

Visa types & stay

Max stay

Up to 90 days within 180 days

  • Short-stay Type C
  • Tourism
  • Business
  • Family visits
  • Transit

Documents required

  • Signed application
  • Recent photo
  • Passport with 2 blank pages, issued within 10 years and valid 3 months beyond departure
  • Insurance minimum EUR 30,000
  • Travel/accommodation proof
  • Financial means
  • UK Share Code for non-EU nationals according to the page

Fees

  • Adult: EUR 90 (standard Schengen fee)
  • Children 6–12: EUR 45
  • Under 6: free
  • Verify current fees with official authorities

Processing time

Usually around 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days for additional checks

How to apply

BLS International; the page lists London/Croydon, Manchester and Edinburgh

If your visa is refused

The page describes appeal routes and deadlines after a refusal; use the actual refusal notice and current Spanish procedure