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Spain:
Schengen Visa (Short-Stay Tourist / Business)

This is the standard entry visa for holidaymakers, family visits, or short business trips. Applicants must submit their applications to the consulate or processing center (VFS Global) in their home country.

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Duration

Up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

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Permit Scope

Valid across all 29 Schengen member states.

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MEA Legalisation

Apostille & document translation

"Short-term travel for tourism, business meetings, or family visits."

task_altCore Eligibility Criteria

  • check_circleStrictly for non-immigration purposes; must return to your home country.
  • check_circleSufficient financial stability for the entire trip duration.
  • check_circleMust have adequate travel health insurance.

fact_checkComprehensive Document Checklist

Check all mandatory papers required for submission at the Spain Embassy / Consulate.

1. General Identity & Application Papers

  • checkSchengen Visa Application Form filled and signed.
  • checkPassport valid for at least 3 months past the intended departure, with 2 blank pages.
  • checkTwo recent biometrical passport photos.
  • checkRound-trip flight reservations.

2. Critical Certificates & Translation Requirements

Travel Medical Insurance

Minimum coverage of €30,000 including medical emergencies and repatriation.

Proof of Accommodation
Translation

Hotel bookings, Airbnb voucher, or official invitation letter (Carta de Invitación) from Spanish police.

Personal Cover Letter

Detailing travel itinerary, purpose of visit, and commitment to return.

Bank Statements & Income Tax Returns
Translation

Last 3-6 months bank statements, showing liquid funds, and income tax documents.

Employment Verification Letter
Translation

NOC from company showing salary, designation, and duration of approved leave.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common inquiries regarding Spain Schengen / Tourist application requirements.

What is a Sworn Translation (Traducción Jurada)?

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A Sworn Translation is an official, certified translation of documents into Spanish, completed and stamped by a "Traductor Jurado" (Sworn Translator) appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation (MAEC). Any official document not written in Spanish must be sworn translated to be accepted by Spanish consulates or public registries.

Why must documents be Apostilled before Sworn Translation?

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The Hague Apostille certifies the legal authenticity of a government document (like a birth certificate or police check) internationally. Sworn translators translate the entire document, including the Apostille stamp. Therefore, you must obtain the Apostille in your country of origin first, and then send it to us for Sworn Translation.

Do I need to translate bank statements?

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For residency visas like the Digital Nomad Visa or Non-Lucrative Visa, some consulates accept bank statements in English, but many require them to be translated. Providing a sworn translation of bank certificates, salary summaries, and key entries is highly recommended to avoid delays or visa rejections.

Can I apply for the Spain Digital Nomad Visa as a tourist inside Spain?

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Yes, you can enter Spain on a tourist visa (or visa-free) and submit your Digital Nomad Residency application online directly to the UGE (Unidad de Grandes Empresas) in Madrid. Doing so grants you a 3-year residency permit immediately, compared to a 1-year visa if applied through a consulate abroad.

How long does the Sworn Translation process take with VisaWonder?

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We offer an urgent same-day turnaround or a standard 2-day delivery. Once you WhatsApp or email us clear PDF scans of your documents and Apostilles, our MAEC-certified translators begin immediately and deliver high-resolution, print-ready certified PDFs directly to your inbox.