Spain visa types
Explore Spain visa categories — work, study, family, visit, and more. Compare options, check requirements, and find the right visa for your situation.
17 visa types across 7 categories
Every visa type has different requirements, timelines, and eligibility rules. Browse visa guides by category to understand which option fits your situation. Each listing covers key requirements, processing times, and links to official sources so you can compare pathways with confidence.
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Work visas
National Work Visa guide for Spain.
Digital Nomad Visa guide for Spain.
Entrepreneur Visa guide for Spain.
Highly Qualified Professional Visa guide for Spain.
Intra-Company Transfer Visa guide for Spain.
Self-Employment Visa (Autónomo) guide for Spain.
Research Visa guide for Spain.
Seasonal Work Visa guide for Spain.
Study visas
National Student Visa guide for Spain.
Family visas
Family Reunification Visa guide for Spain.
Residency & green cards
Non-Lucrative Residence Visa guide for Spain.
Long-Term Residence guide for Spain.
Other
Schengen Visa (Tourism) guide for Spain.
Schengen Visa (Business) guide for Spain.
Golden Visa (Investor) guide for Spain.
Tips for choosing a visa type
- Match your purpose of travel to the right visa category before comparing options.
- Check official processing times — they vary by visa type and location.
- Review required documents early; some visas need employer or school sponsorship.
- Understand the difference between nonimmigrant (temporary) and immigrant (permanent) visas.
- Use official government sources to verify eligibility — VisaMind provides guidance, not legal advice.
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