How much does a Spain tourist visa cost?

For a Spain tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult (standard) — €90; Child 6–11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Family member 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. Family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens exercising free-movement rights are exempt from the visa fee. Children under 6 are free; ages 6–11 pay a reduced fee. Service-provider fees (BLS) are charged in addition to the consular fee. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Spain tourist visa take to process?

A decision on a Spain tourist 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 tourist visa?

BLS Spain Visa (outsourced) in most jurisdictions; consulate for special cases. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Spain tourist visa?

The Spain consular network lists: Valid passport (2 blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond return); Completed Schengen visa application form; 2 recent biometric photos (35x45mm, white background); Travel medical insurance min. €30,000 coverage; Round-trip flight reservation; Hotel bookings or invitation letter; Proof of accommodation for entire stay; Bank statements (last 3 months); Proof of employment / study; Cover letter explaining trip purpose; Travel itinerary. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Spain tourist 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 tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Spain tourist (schengen c) visa — used for short holiday or sightseeing trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. 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 tourist visa

BLS Spain Visa (outsourced) in most jurisdictions; consulate for special cases.

Required documents

Valid passport (2 blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond return)
Completed Schengen visa application form
2 recent biometric photos (35x45mm, white background)
Travel medical insurance min. €30,000 coverage
Round-trip flight reservation
Hotel bookings or invitation letter
Proof of accommodation for entire stay
Bank statements (last 3 months)
Proof of employment / study
Cover letter explaining trip purpose
Travel itinerary

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
Family member of EU/EEA/CH citizenFree— Directive 2004/38/EC — fee waived with proof of relationship.
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+).

Family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens exercising free-movement rights are exempt from the visa fee. Children under 6 are free; ages 6–11 pay a reduced fee. Service-provider fees (BLS) are charged in addition to the consular fee.

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

Book the standard slot early — premium slots exist but cost more. Bring photocopies of everything.

What is unusual about the Spain process

Spain offers paid "door-to-door" service where BLS collects your documents and delivers the passport back. Not available everywhere.

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 tourist visa cost?: For a Spain tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult (standard) — €90; Child 6–11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Family member 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. Family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens exercising free-movement rights are exempt from the visa fee. Children under 6 are free; ages 6–11 pay a reduced fee. Service-provider fees (BLS) are charged in addition to the consular fee. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Spain tourist visa take to process?: A decision on a Spain tourist 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 tourist visa?: BLS Spain Visa (outsourced) in most jurisdictions; consulate for special cases. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Spain tourist visa?: The Spain consular network lists: Valid passport (2 blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond return); Completed Schengen visa application form; 2 recent biometric photos (35x45mm, white background); Travel medical insurance min. €30,000 coverage; Round-trip flight reservation; Hotel bookings or invitation letter; Proof of accommodation for entire stay; Bank statements (last 3 months); Proof of employment / study; Cover letter explaining trip purpose; Travel itinerary. 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 tourist 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 tourist 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 tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time