As of January 1, 2021, UK citizens do not require a visa to enter Spain. However, they can easily visit and stay in this Schengen country for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. In case they want to stay longer, they require a Spain visa.
The minimum Spain visa processing time is 10-15 working days, depending on the applicant’s submission and appointment time. This can even take a longer time in certain circumstances.
Type C visa is a short stay visa which allows the holder to visit the Schengen country for up to 90 days within 180-day period for tourism, business, family visits, transit, etc. This can be categorised into single-entry and multiple-entry.
This is a national visa that is issued when the stay exceeds 90 days. This visa is a long stay visa which is issued for different purposes like work, family reunification, digital nomad, etc. This Spain visa may be: A single entry or a multiple entry!
The general documents required to submit for the Spain visa are:
1. Spain Visa Application Form
2. Financial statements
3. Valid passport
4. Two recent photographs
5. UK eVisa/ share code (BRP)
6. Accommodation proofs
7. Travel itinerary
8. Cover letter
Yes. Being a UK resident holding a UK eVisa / share code (BRP), it is mandatory for you to have a Spain visa. However, you must apply for the Spain visa based on your nationality and the purpose of your travel.
Absolutely, yes. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen visa applicants. The insurance must have minimum coverage of €30,000 that must cover the medical expenses, repatriation, and hospitalisation during the entire stay.
Yes, as per the common visa policy of the Schengen region, a Spain-issued Schengen visa allows travel to other Schengen countries, provided Spain is the main destination or the first point of entry.
All UK travelers must have a passport, which must not be older than 10 years as per the scheduled trip date. In case the passport was issued more than 10 years ago, then the applicant must get it renewed before applying for the visa.
The type of visa depends on the purpose and duration of your stay:
1. Short-Stay Schengen Visa: For tourism, business, or family visits up to 90 days.
2. Long-Stay Visa: For stays exceeding 90 days, such as for work, study, or family reunification.
Overstaying may result in fines, deportation, a ban on re-entry to Schengen countries, or future visa refusal. Always respect the 90/180-day rule unless you have a long-stay visa.
On the appointment day, you must visit timely. You need to dress formally and present yourself best. Bring the original documents, application form print, photos, passport and other requirements at the visa centre. And yes, don’t carry any electronic device with you as it is restricted in the centre.
ETIAS stands for European Travel Information and Authorisation System. The ETIAS is for citizens of non-EU countries who don’t require a visa for short stays. From the last half of 2026, ETIAS will start, and UK citizens will require this travel authorisation.
Absolutely, Yes. All minors need their own Spain Schengen visa, unless they hold UK passports. Parental consent, birth certificates, and other documents are usually required at the visa centre.
If you are visiting for short duration for tourism, family visit, business, etc, then you’ll need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C). Whereas, if you are travelling for longer duration for more than 90 days, then you will need Type D visa.
And If you’re transiting through a Spanish airport without leaving the airport, some nationalities may need an Airport Transit Visa (Type A).
Generally the Spain visa can’t be extended. Extensions are rare and only allowed in exceptional cases, such as:
1. Natural disaster
2. Humantarian grounds
4. Medical emergencies
You cannot extend your visa for tourism. It’s best to plan your trip within the 90-day limit.
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