Student Visa Type D
Spain
Last updated: December 23, 2025
3 months (renewable)
$160
4-12 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you live in Spain while studying for 6+ months. You get a special ID card that lets you travel across Europe freely. It's easier to get than most visas—about 97% of applications are approved. You can work part-time (up to 30 hours per week) while studying. You can also bring your spouse or children with you. After you graduate, you might be able to stay and work in Spain. This visa is different from a tourist visa. It's designed specifically for serious students with real enrollment at Spanish schools.
Key Benefits
- Work part-time up to 30 hours per week (full-time during holidays)
- Travel freely across 27 European countries
- Bring spouse and children with you
- Access to Spain's public healthcare system
- Get residence ID card for banking and renting
- Switch to master's or different program without leaving Spain
- Path to stay and work in Spain after graduation
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Not from EU, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway
- Accepted by official Spanish school with acceptance letter
- No serious criminal record
- Can show €600 per month in bank savings
- Good health with no serious contagious diseases
- Not banned from Spain or Schengen area
- Age 18+ for most programs (some secondary education has no minimum)
- No language test required but some programs may require Spanish skills
Financial Requirement
Must show €600 per month ($660 USD). If bringing family: 1st family member add €450/month, each additional family member add €300/month.
Documents
- Application formOfficial government form
- Valid passportMust be valid for at least 15 months
- Proof of enrollmentLetter from Spanish school confirming acceptance
- Bank statementsLast 3-6 months showing €600+ per month
- Health insurancePrivate insurance covering entire stay, minimum €50-100 per month
- Medical certificateFrom doctor confirming good health
- Criminal record checkFor ages 18+; from all countries where you lived past 5 years
- Housing proofRental contract, school housing letter, or family invitation in Spain
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.