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Spanish visa consultation
Spanish visa fees vary by type:
Short-stay Schengen visa: €90 adults, €45 children (6-12), free under 6
Long-stay residency visas (Non-Lucrative, Digital Nomad, Work Permit):
Additional costs:
Payment: Most consulates require money orders (no credit cards). All fees are non-refundable, even if denied.
MyMoveSpain provides complete cost breakdowns during your free consultation, including all government fees and hidden expenses.
Download Spanish visa application forms from official sources only:
National Visa Application Form:
Residence Permit Form EX-01:
Official sources:
Warning: Never use third-party websites, as they often have outdated versions that will be rejected.
Forms needed:
MyMoveSpain provides all current forms and assists with accurate completion.
Follow these steps to apply for a Spanish visa:
1. Determine visa type:
2. Book consulate appointment:
3. Gather documents:
4. Attend appointment:
5. Wait for processing:
6. Collect visa:
MyMoveSpain handles the entire process from document preparation to visa collection.
Spanish visas cannot be fully applied for online; in-person consulate attendance is mandatory. However, some steps are digital:
Online steps available:
Must be done in person:
Exception: If already legally in Spain, some residency applications can be submitted online through Spain’s immigration portal.
Forms: Can be filled electronically but must be printed and signed in original ink for submission.
MyMoveSpain streamlines the process by managing online components and coordinating your in-person requirements efficiently.
Spanish visas aren’t sold as “2-year visas” initially they work through staged renewals:
Initial visa costs:
Initial duration: 1 year (or 3 years if applied within Spain)
First renewal (2-year extension):
Ongoing costs:
Timeline: Initial 1 year → First renewal 2 years → Second renewal 2 years → Permanent residency (5 years total)
Important: Government fees don’t include health insurance, translations, or professional services.
MyMoveSpain provides transparent pricing with no hidden costs during your free consultation.
Essential documents for all Spanish visas:
Core requirements:
Additional for Non-Lucrative Visa:
Additional for Digital Nomad Visa:
Critical: All foreign documents must be officially translated to Spanish by a sworn translator, apostilled, and submitted as originals (not photocopies).
MyMoveSpain provides personalised checklists for your specific visa type.
Yes, you can complete Spanish visa forms electronically, with limitations:
What you CAN do online:
What you CANNOT do online:
Forms available online:
Important requirements:
MyMoveSpain ensures accurate form completion, avoiding common errors that cause delays.
Yes, you should print Spanish visa forms for submission:
Printing requirements:
Two printing options:
Option 1: Fill electronically, then print
Option 2: Print blank, then handwrite
Forms to print:
Avoid these mistakes:
MyMoveSpain provides pre-filled forms ready for printing and signing.
Spain Schengen visa (short-stay tourist visa under 90 days):
Step 1: Check if you need a visa
Step 2: Gather documents (if required)
Step 3: Book an appointment
Step 4: Submit application
Step 5: Processing
Important: This is for SHORT stays only. Longer stays require residency visas.
The 5 fundamental steps for Spanish visa applications:
Step 1: Determine visa type & eligibility
Step 2: Collect required documents
Step 3: Prepare documents properly
Step 4: Submit at consulate
Step 5: Wait & collect visa
••Enter Spain within 90 days
Top Spanish/Schengen visa refusal reasons:
1. Insufficient financial means (35%)
2. Inadequate insurance (20%)
3. Missing/incorrect documents (18%)
4. Unclear travel purpose (12%)
5. Previous violations (10%)
6. Doubt about leaving (5%)
MyMoveSpain’s 95% approval rate comes from complete, accurate documentation addressing all refusal reasons.
Guidelines for accurate Spanish visa form completion:
Before starting:
Key sections:
Personal information (1-16):
Journey details (17-24):
Travel information (28-35):
Financial means (36):
Common errors to avoid:
MyMoveSpain completes forms ensuring 100% accuracy.
