Spain Visa for Indians
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Spain Visa Information
Visa Type:
Sticker
Length of Stay:
upto 90 Days
type:
Short-term
Entry:
Multiple
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Spain Visa Requirements
How Spain Visa Process Works
Apply on Axis Visa Services
Your Visa Gets Processed
We work with Immigration to ensure you get your Visa on time.
- Application has been sent to the immigration supervisor
- Application has been sent to internal intelligence
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Spain Visa Rejection Reasons
Factors that can get your visa rejected
Expired Passport
Applying with a passport that has expired or expires within 6 months
Criminal Record
Having a criminal history that disqualifies you from obtaining a visa.
Previous Visa Violations
Having overstayed or violated the terms of a previous visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Indian passport holders need a valid visa, specifically a Schengen visa, to travel to Spain for short stays like tourism, business, family visits, or other approved activities for up to 90 days within 180 days. Spain does not offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry for Indian citizens.
Note: Since Spain is part of the Schengen Area, a Spain visa allows you to travel freely through the 29 Schengen Countries.
Here is a sample of the Schengen visa:
Yes, a Spanish visa allows you to travel freely to other Schengen countries without needing additional visas. However, when applying, you should clearly state your intention to visit multiple Schengen Countries and provide a detailed itinerary covering your entire trip.
Tip: Make sure your first point of entry is Spain or that Spain is your main destination, as this will align with the requirements of the Spanish embassy where you are applying for the visa.
The Schengen Area comprises the following 29 European countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
Yes, you can enter and travel to Spain with a Schengen visa issued by Germany. However, ideally, you must keep these two rules in mind:
Entry point: You are advised to enter through the country that issued your visa. In this case, Germany should be your primary entry point into the Schengen Area. After that, you can travel to Spain or other Schengen countries.
Main destination for stay: You should spend the majority of your time in Germany, as you are required to apply for a visa from the country where you will spend the most time.
Not meeting the above cases? Worry not! Read our guide on- Getting A Schengen Visa From One Country And Travelling To Another? (Essential Tips & Legal Insights)- to learn more about navigating these situations smoothly while staying compliant with Schengen regulations.
Here are the Spain tourist visa requirements for Indians:
Valid passport
Visa application form
Photograph
Proof of residence
Proof of travel purpose
Proof of financial means
Proof of travel
Proof of accommodation
Travel insurance
Proof of employment
Valid passport:
A passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area. It must have been issued within the last 10 years and contain at least two blank pages.
With Axis, you cannot only upload your passport pictures but also take a picture of your passport using your smartphone or desktop camera.
Visa application form:
Completed, error-free and signed- Spain visa application form.
Photograph:
One recent passport-sized photograph that meets Spain’s specific visa photo requirements (e.g., white background, no older than 6 months).
With Axis, you cannot only upload your passport-size photo but also click the picture of yours using your smartphone or desktop camera. Axis automatically adjusts the photo to meet the country’s requirements without hassle.
Proof of residence:
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) must be presented.
Proof of travel purpose:
A clear and concise cover letter outlining your personal information, purpose of visit, financial means and intent to return.
Axis will help you with a customizable cover letter during the application process, free of cost.
Proof of financial means:
The Spanish government needs proof of your capability to fund your stay. To demonstrate the same, provide bank account statements for the last six months and ITR acknowledgement for the last two years.
Proof of travel:
Provide proof of roundtrip tickets and proof of intra-Schengen flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental if you are travelling to several Schengen States.
Axis provides flight reservations for free, allowing you to demonstrate your travel plans without any financial commitment.
Proof of accommodation:
Submit the proof of accommodation for your entire stay in Spain. If invited, submit an invitation letter signed by the inviting person and duly notarised in Spain.
Axis provides hotel reservations for free, allowing you to demonstrate your travel plans without any financial commitment.
Travel insurance:
You must have travel insurance that is valid for all Schengen Countries. It should cover at least €30,000 or equivalent for all risks for the entire duration of the trip.
Proof of employment:
This can be an employment contract, leave approval letter from the employer or certificate of employment.
Note: Depending on the specific circumstances mentioned in the visa application, additional documents will be required. For example, you will need a sponsorship letter if your trip is sponsored.
Yes, you can apply for a Schengen visa without a confirmed flight booking. However, you will need to provide a flight itinerary or reservation as proof of your intended travel dates.
Atlys provides verifiable flight reservations for free, allowing you to demonstrate your travel plans without any financial commitment.
Yes, you can apply for a Spain Schengen visa without confirmed accommodation, but you still need to show proof of where you plan to stay. This can include temporary hotel bookings or an invitation letter from friends or family who will be hosting you.
The consulate requires this to ensure that you have arrangements in place for your stay. Even if your plans are not finalized, providing a reservation or written confirmation of your accommodation will satisfy this requirement during the visa application process.
Atlys provides verifiable hotel reservations for free, allowing you to demonstrate your travel plans without any financial commitment.
Here’s how you can apply for a Spain tourist visa from India:
Gather Your Documents
Log in to Axis
Book Your Appointment
Submit Your Documents at the Centre
Pay the Axis & Service Fee
Receive Your Visa
Gather Your Documents:
Start by collecting all the required documents, such as your valid passport, the last three months’ bank statements, payslips, income tax returns, and any other documents listed in the requirements.
Login to Axis:
Visit the Axis website or open the mobile app. Select Spain as your destination.
Book Your Appointment:
Fill in your details, upload the necessary documents, and pay the appointment fee. Once you’re done, you’ll receive a confirmation for your visa appointment.
Submit Your Documents:
Go to the visa application center on your scheduled date. Axis will arrange for your documents to be submitted in the correct order. During your visit, you’ll also complete the required biometrics (fingerprints and facial scans).
Pay the Axis & Service Fee:
Pay the Axis Fee and wait for the processing, including travel insurance and courier fees, to be completed.
Receive Your Visa:
Once approved, your passport with a Spain tourist visa stamp will be delivered directly to your home.
Tip: Begin your visa application process at least 6-8 weeks before your planned travel date to account for processing time and any unforeseen delays.
Yes, you will need to submit your passport for the processing of your Spain visa application. The passport is required for identity verification, for checking your travel history, and for affixing the visa sticker if approved.
No, a consular interview is typically not mandatory for getting a visa to Spain.
However, in special circumstances, such as when there are discrepancies in your application or if the visa officer deems it necessary for further assessment, an interview may be requested.
No, you cannot work or engage in any form of employment while on a Spanish tourist visa. The visa is intended for tourism, leisure, or short-term visits, not for work purposes. If caught working remotely, you could face penalties, deportation, and future visa bans.
If you lose your passport with a Spanish visa while travelling, you should immediately report the loss to the local police and obtain a police report. You will then need to visit the nearest Indian embassy or consulate to apply for an emergency passport. You can also inquire about the possibility of reissuing the visa.
If your Spain visa is approved but your travel dates change, you can still use the visa as long as the new travel dates fall within the visa’s validity period. However, if your new travel dates are outside the visa’s validity, you will need to apply for a new visa.
Yes, you can bring prescription medication into Spain on a Schengen visa, but you should carry a prescription or a doctor’s letter on the official letterhead that includes important information, such as your name, the name of the medication, dosage, usage and the prescribed amount.
Spain visa processing time for Indians typically takes 15 working days from the receipt of a complete application.
However, this timeframe may be extended to 45 calendar days when additional documents or an interview are requested.
Generally, the fee for a Spain Schengen visa is non-refundable if your visa application is denied. However, if you apply through Axis, you can receive a refund even if your application is rejected under Axis Protect (which is free).
The visa rejection rate for Indian citizens applying for a Spain visa at the consulate has recorded an improvement from 18.8% in 2022 to 14.8% in 2023.
This positive trend continues even as the number of applicants has steadily increased over the last few years. If we look at the data for the pre-COVID 2019 year, 74,028 Indians applied for a Spanish visa, which rose to 80,098 in 2022 and 91,863 in 2023. Despite the rise in applications, the decreasing rejection rate indicates a higher success rate for Indian applicants.
However, the 14.8% rate suggests that one in seven applications is still getting rejected. Therefore, when applying for a Spain visa, you must ensure that you provide correct and valid documentation and information. If you have any doubts or are facing any problems in navigating the visa process, it is best to get help from visa experts to avoid any additional expenses in terms of time and money.
Tip: For a more detailed understanding, read our comprehensive blog on the most common Schengen visa rejection reasons and how to avoid them.
If your Spain tourist visa application is rejected, you have two options:
Reapply: You can reapply after addressing the reasons for rejection, ensuring all documents are complete and accurate.
Appeal: Alternatively, you can appeal the decision within a month of the rejection date. To do so, gather any missing documents or information and write a compelling appeal letter explaining why your visa should be granted.
For further details, read our complete guide on the Schengen visa reapplication and appeal process.
If you need to extend your stay in Spain for medical reasons, you can apply for a visa extension at the local immigration office in Spain. You will need to provide:
Medical certificate: A certificate from a Spanish medical professional explaining the medical necessity for your extended stay.
Proof of insurance: Evidence that your travel insurance covers the extended period.
Financial proof: Proof that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during the extended stay.
Note: You must apply for the extension before your current visa expires and ensure that all documentation is thorough and convincing.
You must not overstay. If you exceed the 90-day limit, it can lead to several serious consequences, such as:
Fines and deportation: You may be required to pay a fine for the period you overstayed, or the authorities might deport you from Spain.
Re-entry ban: Depending on the duration of the overstay, you could be banned from re-entering Spain or any other Schengen country for several years.
Legal consequences: In some cases, you may face legal action, especially if the overstay is significant.
Difficulty in future visa applications: Overstaying can negatively affect your chances of obtaining visas in the future, not only for Spain but also for other countries.
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