How much does a student visa cost in Spain in 2025?

Dreaming of an educational experience in Spain is more than just learning Spanish — it's immersing yourself in a rich culture, expanding professional horizons, and transforming your life. For Brazilians who wish to study in the Iberian country in 2025, understanding the costs and requirements of a student visa is the first step in this journey. In this complete guide, Be Easy provides all the information you need to plan your exchange without surprises.

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Types of student visas for Spain

The student visa for Spain is an authorization that allows a stay of more than 90 days for studies, training, internships or volunteering. It is important to understand that for study stays of less than 90 days, a specific student visa is not required, and a Schengen visa may be sufficient depending on your nationality.

Spain offers several types of student visas, each suited to a specific type of educational program:

• Visa for full-time studies: For programs that lead to obtaining a diploma or certificate
• Visa for student mobility programs: For high school or secondary school exchanges
• Visa for unpaid internships: For practical experiences in public or private organizations
• Visa for voluntary services: For volunteer programs with objectives of general interest

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Student visa costs for Spain in 2025

Understanding the costs involved in obtaining a student visa to Spain is essential for proper financial planning. The amount of the consular fee for a Spanish student visa varies annually as adjusted by the Spanish government.

For 2025, official student visa costs include:

1. Basic consular fee: Approximately 80 euros for visas with a stay of more than 90 days
2. Additional services: Possible processing fees that vary by consulate
3. Apostille of documents: Additional cost for authenticating Brazilian documents, ranging from R$ 50 to R$ 150 per document

In addition to the official fees, it is important to consider the indirect costs for obtaining a visa, such as:

• International health insurance (mandatory): Between 300 and 800 euros per year
• Certified translations: Approximately R$ 80 per page
• Criminal record certificates: Around R$ 50
• Medical certificate: Varying between R$ 150 and R$ 300

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Documentation required for a student visa

Preparing the correct documentation is crucial for the approval of your student visa to Spain. The documents must be submitted in Spanish and many require an apostille, guaranteeing their international validity.

For Brazilian students who plan Study and Work in Spain, the list of documents includes:

• Duly completed and signed national visa application form
• Recent photograph, passport size, color, with light background
• Passport valid for the entire duration of the desired stay, with at least two blank pages
• Proof of admission to the Spanish educational institution, detailing the study program
• Proof of financial availability (100% of the monthly IPREM)
• International health insurance with full coverage in Spain
• Criminal record certificate (for stays longer than 180 days)
• Medical certificate certifying the absence of diseases with public repercussions
• Proof of residence in Brazil

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Financial proof for the student visa

One of the most important aspects when applying for a student visa to Spain is the proof of sufficient financial resources. The Spanish government establishes minimum values to ensure that students can remain in the country during their stay in the country.

By 2025, you'll need to prove:

1. Own resources: 100% of the IPREM (Public Indicator of Multiple Effects Income) per month of stay, approximately 580 euros per month
2. Accompanying family members: Additional 75% of the IPREM for the first member of the family and 50% for each additional member
3. Duration: For courses longer than one year, it is necessary to prove resources for the first 12 months

The proof can be made in the following ways:

• Own resources: Bank statements for the last three months, recent payslips, investments
• Family media: Certified family member statement, proof of kinship, family member's bank statements
• fellowships: Official document from the grantor entity specifying the amount of the scholarship

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Deadlines and procedures for applying

The student visa application process for Spain requires adequate planning, respecting specific deadlines and correctly following all the steps established by the consulate.

The first step is to understand the ideal timeline:

• The request can be made up to 90 days before the start of the studies (not before)
• The legal deadline for review and decision is 1 month from the complete submission
• In periods of high demand, this deadline may be extended
• The granted visa must be withdrawn within 2 months after approval

The general procedure includes the following steps:

1. Gather all necessary documentation
2. Schedule an interview at the Spanish consulate
3. Attend the interview in person with all documents
4. Pay consular fees
5. Wait for the review of the order
6. Check online status
7. Withdraw the visa when available

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Work permit for students

A great advantage of a student visa to Spain is the possibility to work legally during the study period, providing not only international professional experience, but also an additional source of income.

For students with programs starting at 24 weeks, as offered by the program Digital Nomad Visa in Spain, working conditions include:

• Permission to work up to 30 hours a week during term time
• Possibility to work up to 40 hours a week during academic holidays
• Average salary of approximately 10 euros per hour
• No additional work permit required
• Possibility of paid internships related to the area of study

This permission is particularly advantageous for those who wish to:

• Supplement the budget during the exchange
• Acquire international professional experience
• Improve Spanish language proficiency
• Expand your network of professional contacts
• Enrich the curriculum with experience in Spanish companies

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Visa validation and procedures upon arrival in Spain

After obtaining a student visa, it is essential to understand the necessary procedures when arriving in Spain to guarantee your legal stay in the country.

For stays longer than 180 days, the initial visa is valid for 90 days, during which period you must:

1. Apply for a Foreigner's Identity Card (TIE) within one month of entry
2. Schedule an appointment at the immigration office or police station in the province where you will study
3. Present passport with visa, proof of enrollment, health insurance, and proof of address
4. Register for the municipal census (emamiento) at the local city hall
5. Open bank account to facilitate payments and receipts

The Foreigner's Identity Card is essential for:

• Prove your legal stay in the country
• Access public services
• Traveling within the Schengen area
• Work legally under visa conditions
• Rent properties and hire services

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Be Easy

Na Be Easy, we understand that planning an exchange involves many important details, so we offer full assistance in applying for a student visa to Spain. Our specialists accompany each stage of the process, from preparing the documentation to guidelines for your arrival in the country, ensuring that your experience of studying and working in Spain is smooth and enriching. Get in touch today and make your exchange dream a reality!

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