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Student visa and stay permit for studies

estancia por estudios

Non-EU nationals who will study in Spain for more than 90 days need a student visa from the Spanish embassy or consulate where they live, or, if already lawfully in Spain, a stay permit from the Provincial Aliens Office. Applicants show admission to an authorised school, health insurance, a medical certificate and enough money: at least 100% of Spain's IPREM indicator for each month of stay. For courses over six months the visa covers 365 days and the student then applies for a Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) in Spain.

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Life in Spain

Money

3

Currency

Euro

EUR

Euro

Cost of living

69

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

9.5–24.5%

Income tax (national)

VAT 21%

State scale 9.5% to 24.5% (above EUR 300,000) plus a regional scale set by each autonomous community, giving combined rates of roughly 19% to 47% or more.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.5

#39 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Non-EU nationals admitted to full-time studies, doctoral studies, training or other listed study activities at an authorised Spanish institution.

Eligibility

  • Admission to an authorised institution

    Admission to an officially recognised public or private educational institution in Spain, for full-time studies (at least 20 hours a week) leading to a degree, diploma or certificate, doctoral studies, training, or another activity the consulate lists. Proof that enrolment fees have been paid (partial payment is accepted).

  • Financial means

    €600
    a month in 2026)

    Enough money to cover living costs, studies and return. The minimum is 100% of Spain's IPREM indicator per month of stay (€600 a month in 2026), plus 75% of IPREM for the first accompanying family member and 50% for each additional one.

  • Health insurance

    At least€30,000
    The Los Angeles consulate asks for cover
    • Public or private health insurance with an insurer authorised in Spain, covering the whole stay with no deductible, co-payment or waiting period.
    • Travel insurance is not accepted.
    • The Los Angeles consulate asks for cover of at least €30,000.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementMedical certificate
  • Document checklistNational visa application form and photo
  • FeesNational study visa fee (example: Consulate General in Los Angeles, from 1 January 2026)

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