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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Tourism, visiting family/friends, short business

Duration: Up to 90 days in any 180-day periodFee: €80Processing: 15–30 days

Requirements & Documents

  1. 1Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond departure, 2+ blank pages)
  2. 2Two passport photos (35x45mm, white background)
  3. 3Completed Schengen application form
  4. 4Travel insurance (€30,000 minimum, valid in all Schengen)
  5. 5Hotel bookings or invitation letter (Carta de Invitación from Spanish police)
  6. 6Flight reservations (round trip, not purchased)
  7. 7Bank statements (last 3–6 months)
  8. 8Employment certificate with salary
  9. 9Travel itinerary

Important Notes

Spain is the 2nd most visited country globally. Apply via BLS International. Carta de Invitación takes 30+ days for hosts to obtain.

Visa Summary

CountrySpain
Visa TypeSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
CategoryVisit
DurationUp to 90 days in any 180-day period
Fee€80
Processing15–30 days

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