Overview - Study Visa ( More than 90 Days)
According to Royal Decree 1155/2024, new immigration regulations came into
force on May 20, 2025, bringing significant changes to visa procedures
Below are the updated provisions regarding long-term Student Visas (more
than 90 days):
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENTS
Only the following options are available for minors (under 18) to study in Spain:
- Higher Education Studies:
Applicants aged 17 may apply if they provide official certification of high
intellectual abilities. Applicants will be considered of suitable age even if they
are younger, provided they submit an official statement from their country's
educational authority confirming both early completion of pre-university
studies and recognition of high intellectual ability.
- Participation in student mobility programs
for compulsory or postcompulsory secondary education.
- Temporary relocation for educational purposes as part of a humanitarian
program.
APPLICATION TIMELINES & DOCUMENTS
- Application Deadline: At least 2 months before the study start date (unless a
justified reason is provided by the student for late submission).
- Passport Validity: Must be valid for at least 1 year (applies to all long-term
visas).
- Proof of Enrollment: Submit evidence of payment of registration and tuition
fees to the Spanish institution.
- Health Insurance: Must cover from one month before the course begins to 15
days after it ends, or 1 full year if the program is longer than 12 months.
- Visa Validity: Can be granted from one month before the course begins until
15 days after it ends, unless the applicant opts for a visa valid only for the
course duration
- Family Members: Only family of students enrolled in a higher education
progrogram, or Specialized Healthcare Training are eligible to apply as
dependents.
ELIGIBLE CATEGORIES FOR VISAS (>90 DAYS)
1. Higher Education:
- University and non-university programs that lead to official qualifications
under Royal Decree 1027/2011.
- Includes university own degrees, Vocational Training Master's
degrees (Royal Decree 659/2023), and mandatory internships.
- Programs may be in-person or hybrid (at least 50% in-person for nonuniversity courses).
- In-person language studies at accredited higher education institutions
are included.
2. Post-compulsory Secondary Education:
- Authorized centers offering full-time education leading to recognized
qualifications.
- Must be in-person or hybrid, with at least 50% in-person instruction.
3. Student Mobility Programs:
- For compulsory or post-compulsory education in Spain through
exchange or educational programs
4. Volunteering:
- Must be through registered non-profit organizations pursuing public
interest goals.
5. Training Activities, including:
- Foreign language assistants in official educational centers.
- Spanish or co-official language studies (not the student’s native
language).
- Preparatory courses for healthcare competitive exams.
- Programs leading to technical/professional licensure.
- Full training (non-modular or partial) for vocational certificates (levels 2
or 3), as per Organic Law 3/2022.
FAMILY MEMBER ELIGIBILITY
Only applicable if the student is enrolled in higher education or specialized
healthcare training:
Eligible family members include:
- Spouse, common-law or stable partner (even if unregistered, with proof of
relationship—1 year of cohabitation or shared children).
- Unmarried minor children of the student or partner.
- Unmarried adult children dependent due to disability or illness.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Application Timeline: Submit at least 2 months in advance.
- Submission: In person or through an authorized representative at the BLS
Spain Visa Application Center in Bangkok.
Representative must present original passport/ID and signed authorization
from applicant.
- Appointments and Info:
Visit: https://thailand.blsspainvisa.com/
Proof of Residence
- Nationals of Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos: No need to submit proof
- Other nationalities: Must be legal residents in one of the countries above.
Submit:
Original residence certificate from local authority
Copy of visa/residence permit.
TRANSLATION REQUIREMENTS
For documents issued in Myanmar, Cambodia, or Laos:
If in English: Same as above—translate via a sworn translator in Spain
If in Burmese, Khmer, or Laotian:
1. First, translate into English via public authority.
2. Then, translate from English to Spanish by a sworn translator in Spain.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- The Embassy may request additional documents or a personal interview.
- Ensure all contact information on the application form is accurate.
- Visa status will not be shared before processing is complete.
- Processing time: 1 month
- Once issued, the visa must be collected in person at the Embassy of Spain.
For minors, a parent or legal guardian must collect it.
- Foreign public documents must be legalized/apostilled when specified in the list
of requirements.
Short-term Studies (Up to 90 Days)
For study periods of 90 days or less, a national study visa is not required.
Do not purchase a flight ticket before receiving your visa.
Visa Fees
Dear Applicants, please view the revised visa fee and service charges applicable.
Category |
Fees in THB |
Study Visa ( More than 90 Days) |
3,220 THB |
For nationals of Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, the United States of America and the United Kingdom
different rates are applied for reasons of reciprocity. In these cases, the amount of the fee must be
consulted with BLS.
Documents Required
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Required Documents
For visas of less than 180 days won’t be necessary to submit the Criminal Records.
We don´t request any flight reservation or accommodation. Please do not buy the ticket until the visa is granted as the decision period may take up to 1 month.
National visa application form.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR LEGAL RESIDENTS IN MYANMAR, CAMBODIA, OR LAOS
If you are a legal resident of Myanmar, Cambodia, or Laos, you must contact the Visa
Section of the Embassy of Spain prior to submitting any visa application: emb.bangkok.vis@maec.es
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR A STUDENT VISA FOR RESIDENTS IN
THAILAND
- The application must be submitted 2 months prior to the start date of studies or
activities, unless a justified reason is provided by the student for less submission.
- The form must be duly completed and signed by the applicant.
- For minors, the form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
2. Proof of Legal Residence in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, or Laos
- Submit:
- Original residence certificate issued by local authorities with current address
- Copy of visa/resident permit
- Nationals of Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, or Laos are exempt from submitting proof of residence.
3. Passport
- Must be valid for at least one year. Passports issued more than 10 years ago
will not be accepted
4. Photocopy of All Passport Pages
5. Recent Photograph
- One passport-sized color photo, taken within the last 6 months
- White background, full-face view, no sunglasses or face coverings.
Police Clearance Certificate
- Required for applicants of legal age, covering the last 5 years of residence.
- Issued within 180 days prior to the application.
- Must be legalized/apostilled, and translated into Spanish by a sworn translator in Spain.
- This certificate is Not required If the duration of the stay in Spain is equal to
or less than 180 days
7. Medical Certificate
- Confirms that the applicant does not suffer from any disease listed under the
2005 International Health Regulations.
- Issued within 90 days before the application.
- Must:
- Be printed on official letterhead or embassy template
- Be signed by a licensed physician (not a nurse/assistant)
- Include a stamp, signature, and license number
- Be translated into Spanish, except when using the official template
(see Application Form section)
8. Health Insurance
- Issued by a provider authorized to operate in Spain: https://rrpp.dgsfp.mineco.es/
- Must:
- Be valid from one month before studies begin to 15 days after they
end, or for one year if applicable
- Cover 100% of medical, hospital, and extra-hospital expenses
- Not have deductibles or coverage limits
- In case the policy has a coverage limited to a specific amount, this shall
not be less than 30,000 euros. The insurance contract must be maintained during the authorization period
- Travel insurance is not accepted
- For volunteer programs, also submit proof of civil liability insurance by the
sponsoring organization
9. Study Type-Specific Documents
(Submit one printed copy of electronically signed documents, or original + copy otherwise.)
9.1 Higher Education (University, etc.)
- Admission letter from a recognized higher education institution in Spain
- Proof of payment of tuition or enrollment fees
9.2 Post-secondary Education
- Admission letter from an authorized educational center
- Proof of payment of enrollment or tuition fees
9.3. STUDENT MOBILITY PROGRAM FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURSUING COMPULSORY OR POST-COMPULSORY SECONDARY EDUCATION (In case of under
18 years old)
- Notarized authorization from both parents or from the person who holds
exclusive parental authority or legal guardianship, authorizing the minor to
pursue studies at the specific educational center located in Spain. The authorization must include the name of the educational institution, as well as
the organization, entity, or body responsible for the activity, and must
clearly state the intended period of stay, the name, surname and I.D. number
of the the adult in Spain responsible for the minor. The document must
clearly state that no adoption purpose is intended and that the adult in Spain
accepts the responsibility for the minor under the same terms. If the
student will be accommodated in a boarding school, the contact details of
a designated adult reference person for the student must be provided. This
notarized authorization must be apostilled/legalized by the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs and by the Embassy, and translated by sworn translator.
- A document proving that the applicant has been admitted as a participant
in a student mobility program carried out by an officially recognized organization, indicating that the organization is responsible for the student during
their stay, particularly regarding the cost of studies, as well as accommodation
and return expenses to their country.
- Copies of Parents’ IDs/Passports
9.4 Voluntary/Community Service
- Admission letter with program details (tasks, duration, housing, supervision)
- Proof that the organization is registered with competent authorities in Spain
9.5 Educational and Training Activities
- Admission letter to the program
- Proof of payment
- For preparatory healthcare exams: submit proof of eligibility (Spanish or recognized foreign degree)
10. Proof of Financial Means
- Minimum: €600/month (IPREM 2025)
(€7,200/year), plus:
- 75% IPREM for first family member
- 50% IPREM for each additional member
- Submit:
- Original and copy of bank certificate and bank statements (last 6 months)
Must include bank address, phone number, and email.
- If sponsored by a family member:
- Birth certificate (legalized/apostilled + Official Spanish translation by Sworn translator)
- Notarized declaration of sponsorship . A notarized letter in
which a parent, legal guardian, or other relative assumes full financial responsibility for the applicant, covering at least the minimum monthly amount required for the duration of their stay. This
document must be accompanied by an official Spanish translation. Suggested wording:
"I hereby certify that I, [full name of parent, legal guardian, or
other relative assuming full financial responsibility], assume full
financial responsibility for [full name of applicant]’s round-trip air fare, monthly room and board expenses while in Spain, as well
as any additional expenses, including emergencies, that may
arise during his/her stay."
Sponsor’s bank original bank certificate and statements (last 6 months)
- If receiving a scholarship:
Scholarship award letter and breakdown of covered expenses
11. Current employment or University/School Letter
- Letter from the applicant’s current employer or school/university.
12. Proof of Representative’s Identity and Authority
- If the applicant is a minor:
Copies of parents’ passports/IDs and birth certificate dully legalized
and translated by sworn translator
- If submitted via a representative:
- Copy of representative’s ID/passport
- Power of attorney or authorization letter
13. DOCUMENTS FOR ACCOMPANYING FAMILY MEMBERS
Submit for each family member:
- Documents listed in points 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12 (where applicable)
- Proof of family relationship:
- Marriage certificate (for spouses)
- Birth certificate (for children)
- Divorce/custody documents (if applicable)
- These documents must be apostilled/legalized and translated into Spanish
(see overview Section).
VISA PROCESSING TIME
- Processing time is up to 1 month from the date of submission.
- May be extended if additional documents or an interview are required.
- Once approved, the visa must be collected in person within 1 month.
Failure to do so will result in the application being archived.
- Visa refusals will be notified in writing with reasons.
- In case of refusal applicants may file:
- An administrative appeal within 1 month, or
- A judicial appeal to the High Court of Justice in Madrid within 2 months.
- The appeal letter and supporting documents must be in Spanish or
translated into Spanish (see overview Section).
BLS is competent to accept visa applications from individuals residing in the consular district or
who are regularly in the consular district for study purposes.
Applying for a study visa also entails applying for a study stay permit.
- Visa application period: Visa applications may be submitted up to 6 months before the
start of the corresponding study programs.
- Place of submission: Applications must be submitted to BLS INTERNATIONAL:
399 Interchange 21, 23rd Floor, Unit 2301, Sukumvit Rd, Klongtoei Nuea, Wattana, Bangkok, Thailand
Phone+6625660786
Email: info.bkk@blshelpline.com
WEB: https://thailand.blsspainvisa.com/index.php
- Proof of receipt: Once the visa application is submitted at BLS, the Embassy will
provide the applicant with proof of receipt of the application with a code that enables
them to check the status of the dossier through the following link: https://sutramiteconsular.maec.es/Home.aspx
- Rectifying the application: The Embassy may ask the applicant to submit, in the term of
10 working days, any missing documents, or to provide additional documents or data
that are necessary for a decision regarding the application. The applicant may also be
called in for a personal interview.
- Decision period: The legal period for reaching a decision is of 1 month
from the day after the application submission date, but this period may be
extended if an interview or additional documents are requested.
- Collecting the visa: The visa must be collected in person by the applicant or by their
representative (if the applicant is a minor) within a maximum period of 2 months,
counted as of the day after the date on which the favourable decision is notified. The
Consular Office will inform the applicant regarding the procedure for the return of the
passport and any other original documentation.
- Refusal of the visa or study stay permit: Refusals of the visa or study stay permit will
always be notified in writing, setting forth the grounds on which the decision adopted
was based.
- Appeals: If a study stay permit or visa is refused, the applicant may submit an appeal for
reconsideration to this Consular Office within 1 month of the day following the date on
which notification of the refusal is received. An application for judicial review may also
be filed with the High Court of Justice of Madrid within the 2-month period beginning
the day after the date on which the applicant receives notification of the visa refusal or of
the dismissal of the reconsideration appeal.
- Validity period of the visa: If the stay in Spain does not exceed 6 months, the visa will
be valid for the entire stay and Foreigner Identity Card won’t be required.
If the stay in Spain is for longer than 6 months, the visa will be only valid for a 90 days.
In this case, the student must apply for a Foreigner Identity Card within a period of 1
month from their entry into Spain, at the Foreign Nationals' Office or the Police Station
of the province of residence.