Visa · Category C
Tourist visa to Spain — up to 90 days
The Schengen category C visa is the simplest way in: no medical certificate, no police certificate, no apostille. It fits short visits, an orientation trip and modular programmes up to 90 days. It does not work for our main 9-month course — for that you need a type D visa.
Reviewed: November 2026
What you need to file
- Schengen visa application form (filled online, printed and signed)
- 1 colour photo 3.5×4.5 cm on a white background
- International passport (valid for at least 3 months after return) + copies
- Health insurance for the whole stay, minimum €30,000 cover, no deductible
- Hotel booking or proof of accommodation for the whole stay
- Return tickets or itinerary
- Financial guarantee: 3-month bank statement
- Employment certificate, self-employment statement or student card
The current full list is on the Spanish consulate's website in your country of residence. Different consulates ask for different packs.
When the C visa works for studying at IEAE
- · Orientation visit to the school, trial class, meeting with a teacher.
- · Short modular programmes up to 90 days (if IEAE runs that format in your year).
- · Summer intensives.
For the main HOTR0508 course (640 h, 9 months) the C visa does not work — after 90 days your stay expires and a C visa cannot be extended. File for the type D visa straight away.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Next step
Planning a short visit to the school?
We host guests during live classes. Tell us the date — we'll reserve a slot in classroom 7B and suggest what to see in Valencia in 3 days.
Reviewed: November 2026
This information is provided for reference only. Requirements set by Spanish consulates and immigration authorities can vary by country and change over time; the final decision on your case rests with the consulate or the competent authority. This material is not legal advice. Before submitting documents, verify current requirements against official sources (exteriores.gob.es, extranjeria.inclusion.gob.es, BOE) and, if needed, consult an immigration lawyer.