Please Note: There is a service charge of 5.670 KD per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants.

Countries with a visa facilitation agreement with the European Union and children between the ages of 6-11 years. The Schengen visa fee amounts to 11.75 KD , for national of Albania, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Fyrom, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine.

• EU Agreement with Cabo Verde the Visa fee for 18 years old and above is 20.440KD, 12-18 years old is 13.640 KD and for below 12 years old will be Gratis.
• The Visa fees can be paid by Cash or Card (subject to change)
• All fees are non-refundable.

Travel Insurance is mandatory for travelling to Spain. You may get your travel insurance from any authorized insurance company/agent or you may Click here if you wish to avail it now from Europ Assistance.

For ease understanding and submission of document please refer to the checklist attached.

"Checklist for Libyan Applicants"

Passports must contain the following information:

A stamp with person's identity, date and place of birth, date and place of issue and expiry data translated into French or English

Short stay visas (Schengen)

• The procedures and conditions for issuing these visas are set out in European Parliament and Council Regulation (CE) No. 810/2009, which establishes a Community Code on visas.
• The short stay visa application must be submitted on a duly completed application form (original and copy), which can be downloaded free of charge from this web page or can also be obtained free of charge from Spanish Diplomatic Missions or Consular Offices abroad.
• The visa must be applied for either in person or through a duly accredited representative in the Diplomatic Mission or Spanish Consular Office in the country where the applicant legally resides. If there is no Diplomatic Mission or Consular Office in a particular country, applicants can apply for the visa in the Diplomatic Mission or Consular Office that represents Spain in that country.
• When submitting the visa application, the established fee must be paid (generally €60). This fee is non-refundable and therefore will not be refunded if the visa application is unsuccessful. Under certain circumstances applicants may be entitled to a reduction or may be exempt from paying the fee. Please consult the Diplomatic Missions or Spanish Consular Offices. For all other necessary requirements, please consult the Diplomatic Mission or Consular Office where the visa application is being made as these may vary according to the reason for the visit and the applicant's country of origin.
• The maximum period for processing short stay (Schengen) visa applications is fifteen calendar days from the date the application is submitted. This period can be extended to a maximum of 30 calendar days in specific cases, especially if a more detailed examination of the application is required. By way of exception, in specific cases in which additional documentation is required, this period can be extended to a maximum of 60 calendar days.
• If the visa is issued, it must be collected in person from the competent Diplomatic Mission or Consular Office, or collected by a duly authorised representative, within a period of one month from the date that notification is given of the award.
• If the visa application is unsuccessful, the applicant will be notified via a standard form stating the reason the visa was refused. In this case, the applicant can file a judicial review appeal before the High Court in Madrid within a period of two months from the notification date or optionally, an appeal for review before the Diplomatic Mission or Consular Office within one month from the notification date.

In addition: If travelling on business:

• Original letter of invitation from a duly registered company in Spain specifying the dates and purpose of visit and which part is responsible for the travel expenses.
• Original letter from employer specifying the dates and the purpose of visit and which part is responsible for the travel expenses.
• 3. Details of accommodation (hotel reservation, specifying the period to stay).

For the accreditation of economic means, foreigners must adhere to the requirements set out in Order PRE/1282/2007 of May 10, which establishes the economic means that foreigners wishing to enter Spanish territory must prove that they have at their disposal. This currently stands at 95 euros per day per person, and in all cases a total minimum of 950 euros per person.

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against white background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Minimum of 12 to 15 days are required for processing your visa applications. Some applications may take longer to get processed.

Visas can only be processed once all supporting documents have been received!

Please note:

• Visa applications will be rejected if application forms are not fully completed and signed and are not accompanied by the required documents.
• The possession of a visa is only one of the prerequisites for entry into the territory of the Schengen State. Should the Schengen State’s border authority refuse entry, no claim to refund of the visa can be submitted.
• The Schengen State’s Consular Offices reserve the right to request further documentation should it be deemed necessary.
• For organized groups arrangements should be made well in advance with relevant issuing authority.
• There is no guarantee that a visa will be issued and no rights can be derived from the information obtained in the general Schengen visa requirements
• Visa processing fees are non-refundable if a visa is rejected.
• The border police at your arrival in the Schengen area may request the presentation of sufficient funds, a letter of invitation, hotel reservation and proof of medical insurance. Failure to present said funds/documents may result in entry being refused.
• Delays and procedure: It is the responsibility of the applicant to be aware of delays and requirements for the issuance of visas, before making travel arrangements and applying for a visa.

Please note that all applications are processed individually. The Visa Officer may invite you for an interview or request further documentation or information, which can prolong the processing time.

Visa Application Form (English Language)