Tourist visa
Everything about the Spanish tourist (Schengen) visa in one place — from documents and insurance to applying through a visa centre, reasons for refusal and the 90/180 rule.
Spain tourist visa in 2026: the complete guide
A step-by-step guide to the Spanish tourist visa: documents, applying through a visa centre, processing times, insurance, cost and the 90/180 rule.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaWhat documents you need for a Spanish tourist visa
A detailed checklist for a Schengen tourist visa: passport, application form, insurance, bookings, finances and invitations.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaInsurance for a Spanish tourist visa: which policy works
Medical insurance requirements for a Schengen visa: minimum cover, excess, repatriation and common mistakes.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaHotel and flight bookings for a Spanish tourist visa
Which hotel and flight bookings the consulate will accept, and why you shouldn't buy non-refundable tickets in advance.
Updated 10 June 2026 Tourist visaSponsor letter and proof of funds for a tourist visa
How to prove you have enough money for a tourist visa: bank statements, a sponsor letter and typical mistakes.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaHow to book a visa centre appointment to submit your documents (BLS / VFS)
How to book an appointment to submit your tourist visa documents at a visa centre (BLS or VFS): booking, payment, what to bring.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaWhy Spanish tourist visas get refused and what to do
Common reasons for a tourist visa refusal and what to do next: appealing, reapplying, fixing your documents.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaMultiple-entry or single-entry visa for Spain: what's the difference
How a multiple-entry visa differs from a single-entry Schengen visa, who can count on one and how it relates to the 90/180 rule.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaThe Schengen 90/180-day rule: how to count your days correctly
How the rule of 90 days in any 180 works in the Schengen area, how to count it and what happens if you overstay.
Updated 29 September 2026 Tourist visaInvitation from friends or family for a tourist visa
How to arrange an invitation from friends or family in Spain: the Carta de Invitación, how to get it and common mistakes.
Updated 29 September 2026