How much does a Spain family visit visa cost?

For a Spain family visit visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult (standard) — €90; Child 6–11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Spouse/child of EU/EEA/CH citizen — free; BLS service fee — €17; Next-day courier passport return — €34; SMS / email tracking — €2; Premium in-centre service — €115; Premium lounge — €200. Visiting a family member who is an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen makes the visa free under Directive 2004/38/EC — say so when booking and bring proof of the relationship. Visiting a non-EU relative resident in Spain does not exempt you. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Spain family visit visa take to process?

A decision on a Spain family visit visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Spain family visit visa?

BLS International visa application centres (London, Manchester, Edinburgh) on behalf of the Spanish consulate. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Spain family visit visa?

The Spain consular network lists: Valid passport; Schengen application form (signed); 2 biometric photos; Travel medical insurance €30,000+; Invitation letter (carta de invitación) issued by a Spanish police station; Host's DNI/NIE or residence card copy; Proof of relationship (birth/marriage certificate, apostilled if needed); Return flight reservation; Bank statements (3 months); Proof of UK immigration status (BRP/eVisa share code). Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Spain family visit visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 3 submission points in the UK for Spain, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Spain family visit visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Spain family visit visa — used for visiting relatives or a partner, including family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Spain consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€90

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Premium options

Where to apply for a Spain family visit visa

BLS International visa application centres (London, Manchester, Edinburgh) on behalf of the Spanish consulate.

Required documents

Valid passport
Schengen application form (signed)
2 biometric photos
Travel medical insurance €30,000+
Invitation letter (carta de invitación) issued by a Spanish police station
Host's DNI/NIE or residence card copy
Proof of relationship (birth/marriage certificate, apostilled if needed)
Return flight reservation
Bank statements (3 months)
Proof of UK immigration status (BRP/eVisa share code)

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Adult (standard)€90
Child 6–11€45
Child under 6Free
Spouse/child of EU/EEA/CH citizenFree— Directive 2004/38/EC — fee waived with proof of relationship and the EU citizen's ID.
BLS service fee€17— £14.85 incl. VAT per applicant, mandatory for every category.
Next-day courier passport return€34— £29.99 optional return by courier.
SMS / email tracking€2— £1.95 optional.
Premium in-centre service€115— £100 per applicant. Does not speed up the appointment or the decision.
Premium lounge€200— From £175 per applicant (£160 each for groups of 5+).

Visiting a family member who is an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen makes the visa free under Directive 2004/38/EC — say so when booking and bring proof of the relationship. Visiting a non-EU relative resident in Spain does not exempt you.

Booking an appointment

Appointments are booked online with BLS International (London, Manchester, Edinburgh). Standard slots can be several weeks out in peak season. Paid extras (premium in-centre service £100, premium lounge from £175, next-day courier £29.99) add comfort but do not speed up the appointment or the decision.

Practical tips

The carta de invitación must be obtained by your host in Spain in person at a National Police station — it can take 2–3 weeks, so start there first.

What is unusual about the Spain process

A private invitation letter does not replace proof of funds; Spain still asks for around €118 per person per day of stay.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — Spain Visa Application Centre – London
20 St Andrew Street, London EC4A 3AG
All Schengen visa applications for Spain from UK residents are submitted at BLS, not at the consulate.
Manchester — Spain Visa Application Centre – Manchester
Unit 1, 205 Chapel Street, Salford, Manchester M3 5PF
Serves the consular district of Manchester; submission usually 08:30–13:30.
Edinburgh — Spain Visa Application Centre – Edinburgh
Centre serving Scotland; check the BLS site for the current address and opening hours.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Spain consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Spain family visit visa cost?: For a Spain family visit visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult (standard) — €90; Child 6–11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Spouse/child of EU/EEA/CH citizen — free; BLS service fee — €17; Next-day courier passport return — €34; SMS / email tracking — €2; Premium in-centre service — €115; Premium lounge — €200. Visiting a family member who is an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen makes the visa free under Directive 2004/38/EC — say so when booking and bring proof of the relationship. Visiting a non-EU relative resident in Spain does not exempt you. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Spain family visit visa take to process?: A decision on a Spain family visit visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Spain family visit visa?: BLS International visa application centres (London, Manchester, Edinburgh) on behalf of the Spanish consulate. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Spain family visit visa?: The Spain consular network lists: Valid passport; Schengen application form (signed); 2 biometric photos; Travel medical insurance €30,000+; Invitation letter (carta de invitación) issued by a Spanish police station; Host's DNI/NIE or residence card copy; Proof of relationship (birth/marriage certificate, apostilled if needed); Return flight reservation; Bank statements (3 months); Proof of UK immigration status (BRP/eVisa share code). Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Spain family visit visa?: Appointment model: Premium options. Appointments are booked online with BLS International (London, Manchester, Edinburgh). Standard slots can be several weeks out in peak season. Paid extras (premium in-centre service £100, premium lounge from £175, next-day courier £29.99) add comfort but do not speed up the appointment or the decision.
Can I apply for a Spain family visit visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 3 submission points in the UK for Spain, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

🇪🇸 Spain family visit visa: requirements, fee and processing time