Study visa
Who it's for: People coming to Spain for studies, training, internships or voluntary work; it also covers au pairs and conversation class assistants.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Study place needed: Yes
- Main fee: €80
- Family can join: Yes
- Decision time: 1 months
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €80 | — | exteriores.gob.esOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
4 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Study place neededYesOfficial wording
“Acceptance at an authorized teaching centre to carry out a full-time study programme.”
Main fee€80Official wording
“The visa fee is of an amount equivalent to 80 euros.”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“The following family members may obtain a visa to accompany the student:”
Decision time1 monthsOfficial wording
“The legal period for reaching a decision is of 1 month from the day after the application submission date”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.