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U.S. dollar Visa fees 88$ Tourist visit 44$ Child from 6 to 12 years old 0 Minors under 6 years (6 years minus one day) 18$ BLS International Service Fee *Please note that fees are non-refundable.
Embassy Fees
Personal Photo Specifications
Action
Required Documents
Geographical location
Tourism in Spain
Climate in Spain
Capital
the currency
Embassy Fees
Personal Photo Specifications
- A recent passport-sized color photograph, taken against a light background, facing forward, without dark or reflective glasses, or any clothing that conceals the oval of the face.
- Pictures of minors must not show any part of the adult holding them.
Action
This consular office is responsible for accepting visa applications from individuals residing in the consular area. These visas are granted to individuals who wish to travel to Spain for work.
Conditions for submitting a visa application
- Visa applications must be submitted in person by the applicant, or by one of his or her parents if the applicant is a minor.
- The visa application must be submitted within a period of one month, counting from the day following the date on which the employer is notified of the appropriate decision on the initial residence and work permit.
Visa application submission procedures
- Appointments must be requested via email or through the following link: [appointment system link].
- The consular office will provide the applicant with proof of receipt of the application along with a code that enables him to check the status of the file through the following link: [File Status Check System Link].
- The consular office may request that the applicant provide any missing documents, or provide additional documents or data necessary to make a decision on the application. The applicant may also be called for a personal interview.
Duration of decision making
The legal period for reaching a decision is one month from the day following the date of submission of the application, but this period can be extended if an interview or additional documents are requested.
Receiving the visa
The visa must be received in person by the applicant or by his legal representative (if the applicant is a minor) within a maximum period of one month, counting from the day following the date of notification of the appropriate decision. The consular office will inform the applicant regarding the procedures for returning the passport and any other original documents.
Visa refusal
A visa refusal will always be notified in writing, explaining the reasons on which the decision was based.
Appeals
If the visa is refused, the applicant may file an appeal for reconsideration with this consular office within one month from the day following the date of receipt of the notice of refusal. An application for judicial review may also be submitted to the Superior Court of Justice of Madrid within a period of two months beginning on the day following the date on which the applicant receives notification of the visa refusal or refusal of the reconsideration appeal.
Visa validity period
If the contract is for one year, the visa is valid for 90 days. Once the worker arrives in Spain, he must register in the social security system before starting his work activity and apply for an alien ID card at the appropriate foreign nationals office or police station, within one month of his registration in the social security system.
If the employment contract is for seasonal work, the visa will be valid for the entire period that the applicant is allowed to live and work in Spain, and it will not be necessary to apply for an alien ID card upon arrival in Spain.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- All documents must be valid when submitting your visa application.
Required Documents
Schengen tourism visa application form from here
Geographical location
Spain is located in the southwest of the continent of Europe, on the Iberian Peninsula. It is bordered to the far south by Gibraltar, which is Spain's only land border, to the east and southeast by the Mediterranean Sea, to the northeast by France, to the northwest and southwest by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the west by Portugal. To the north is the Bay of Biscay.[1] Spain includes the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, west of Morocco, and the Balearic Islands in the western Mediterranean. Spain has an area of 504,782 km2, making it the third largest European country.
Tourism in Spain
Many tourists are attracted to Spain because of its easy access, warm climate, beautiful beaches, and relatively low cost. Among the most important tourist attractions in Spain are Madrid and its museums, the El Escoral Palace, the Valen Valley, the Emerald Coast, northern Barcelona, Granada, Seville, the Canary Islands, and many others. The number of tourists arriving to Spain in 2003 reached About 51,829,596 tourists with revenues amounting to 46 million dollars, and in 2005 AD the Ministry of Tourism estimated the daily cost in Madrid at approximately only 330 dollars.
Climate in Spain
Spain enjoys a diverse climate, where the weather is cold and humid in the northern coastal areas, and the annual temperature in those areas reaches 14 degrees Celsius, and in Bilbao the temperatures range from 10 to 19 degrees Celsius, and the climate in the central plateau is cold in the winter and hot in the summer. The temperature in Madrid in winter is approximately 8 degrees Celsius and 23 degrees Celsius in summer. In the regions of Andalusia and Levante, the climate is generally moderate, but in summer temperatures reach more than 40 degrees Celsius sometimes.
This visa is only for the purpose of leisure travel, including vacations, sightseeing, visiting friends and family, and other leisure activities. If, during any stage of the visit to Spain, the applicant intends to engage in business or official duties, he or she must refer to other relevant visa sections.
Once applications are received by the Visa Application Centre, they will be sent to the Embassy of Spain in Tripoli. After that, the embassy can contact the applicant directly for a personal interview (if applicable) or for any other inquiries. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy of Spain, the decision along with the passport and other relevant documents will be available for collection at the Visa Application Centre.
Work-related documents
- A business letter explaining the job assignment with the company in the host country (translated into English or Spanish).
- His summary of the work (translated into English or Spanish).
- Salary certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Bank statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to self-employment
- Work license (translated into English or Spanish).
- Chamber of Commerce (translated into English or Spanish).
- Commercial register (translated into English or Spanish).
- The company's latest tax receipt (translated into English or Spanish).
- Recent invoices or any other papers proving the existence of commercial exchanges by the Libyan company with a company or companies abroad or at home, or both (translated into English or Spanish).
- Company account statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
- Last 6 months personal bank statement (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Card/certificate of the pensioner or his partner’s certificate.
- A declaration of financial responsibility for travel and accommodation costs signed by the spouse or parent and certified, in addition to proof of their income (work certificate, salary slips...).
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
If the contract is for one year, the visa is valid for 90 days. Once the worker arrives in Spain, he must register in the social security system before starting his work activity and apply for an alien ID card at the appropriate foreign nationals office or police station, within one month of his registration in the social security system.
If the employment contract is for seasonal work, the visa will be valid for the entire period that the applicant is allowed to live and work in Spain, and it will not be necessary to apply for an alien ID card upon arrival in Spain.
A business visa is granted to applicants who wish to travel to Spain to carry out business or economic activities, such as meetings, conferences, training courses, trade fairs, etc. This visa can only be issued to applicants who are not remunerated for work by an entity within Spain.
Work-related documents
- A job invitation from an official Spanish company.
- A business letter explaining the job assignment with the company in the host country (translated into English or Spanish).
- His summary of the work (translated into English or Spanish).
- Salary certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Bank statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to self-employment
- Work license (translated into English or Spanish).
- Chamber of Commerce (translated into English or Spanish).
- Commercial Registry (translated into English or Spanish).
- The company's latest tax receipt (translated into English or Spanish).
- Recent invoices or any other papers proving the existence of commercial exchanges by the Libyan company with a company or companies abroad or at home, or both (translated into English or Spanish).
- Company account statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
- Last 6 months personal bank statement (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Card/certificate of the pensioner or his partner’s certificate.
- A declaration of financial responsibility for travel and accommodation costs signed by the spouse or parent and certified, in addition to proof of their income (work certificate, salary slips...).
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
If the contract is for one year, the visa is valid for 90 days. Once the worker arrives in Spain, he must register in the social security system before starting his work activity and apply for an alien ID card at the appropriate foreign nationals office or police station, within one month of his registration in the social security system.
If the employment contract is for seasonal work, the visa will be valid for the entire period that the applicant is allowed to live and work in Spain, and it will not be necessary to apply for an alien ID card upon arrival in Spain.
Visa fees
The fee for a work visa in Spain is 80 euros.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
The invitation visa applies to applicants who hold an official letter of invitation by an eligible Spanish public institution or private organization with a specific event.
Work-related documents
- Invitation from a Spanish public institution or private organization.
- A business letter explaining the job assignment with the organization in the host country (translated into English or Spanish).
- His summary of the work (translated into English or Spanish).
- Salary certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Bank statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to self-employment
- Work license (translated into English or Spanish).
- Chamber of Commerce (translated into English or Spanish).
- Commercial Registry (translated into English or Spanish).
- The company's latest tax receipt (translated into English or Spanish).
- Recent invoices or any other papers proving the existence of commercial exchanges by the Libyan company with a company or companies abroad or at home, or both (translated into English or Spanish).
- Company account statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
- Last 6 months personal bank statement (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Card/certificate of the pensioner or his partner’s certificate.
- A declaration of financial responsibility for travel and accommodation costs signed by the spouse or parent and certified, in addition to proof of their income (work certificate, salary slips...).
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
The work visa is granted for a period of up to 90 days.
Visa fees
The work visa fee is 80 euros.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
The medical visa applies to applicants who intend to travel to Spain for any medical purpose.
Documents related to medical treatment
- An official invitation from a hospital in Spain.
- A medical report explaining the patient’s condition. It is preferable for the patient to have a medical file to diagnose the condition.
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
The medical treatment visa is granted for a period of up to 90 days.
Visa fees
The medical treatment visa fee is 80 euros.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
The long-stay visa to study in Spain is granted to students from outside the European Union who wish to study in Spain for longer than 90 days. This visa can also be issued to accompanying students, such as a spouse or unmarried partner and minor or disabled children.
Activities for which a study visa can be obtained
- Full-time study at an accredited school leading to a degree or certificate.
- Doctoral studies.
- Training activities.
- Student mobility programs at compulsory and/or non-compulsory secondary education level in an officially recognized educational or scientific center.
- Voluntary services within the framework of programs seeking to achieve public interest goals.
- Couple programs.
- Conversation class assistants.
Documents related to the study
- Proof of acceptance for study, training, volunteer activity or training.
- High school diploma + transcript, translated into Spanish.
- Criminal record check certificate.
- Medical certificate.
Documents related to the financial situation
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An original and a copy of documents proving that the applicant (or his legal representative or a family member supporting him) has sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of the student’s residence and return, as well as the residence and return of the family members accompanying him.
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The minimum requirement is equivalent to 100% from the Index of Public Income Multi-Effects (IPREM) in Spain.
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To this amount must be added 75% of IPREM for the first family member and 50% of IPREM for each additional family member.
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If proof is provided that accommodation for the entire stay has been prepaid, this amount will be deducted.
Documents related to family status
- For single people: birth certificate, translated into Spanish.
- For married people: family status, translated into Spanish.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
You can apply for a local Italy visa that enables you to stay within Italian territory only and it is not possible to travel outside Maltese territory.
Documents related to the study
- Proof of acceptance for study, training, volunteer activity or training.
- High school diploma + transcript, translated into Spanish.
- Criminal record check certificate.
- Medical certificate.
Documents related to the financial situation
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An original and a copy of documents proving that the applicant (or his legal representative or a family member supporting him) has sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of the student’s residence and return, as well as the residence and return of the family members accompanying him.
-
The minimum requirement is equivalent to 100% from the Index of Public Income Multi-Effects (IPREM) in Spain.
-
To this amount must be added 75% of IPREM for the first family member and 50% of IPREM for each additional family member.
-
If proof is provided that accommodation for the entire stay has been prepaid, this amount will be deducted.
Documents related to family status
- For single people: birth certificate, translated into Spanish.
- For married people: family status, translated into Spanish.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
- Tourist visa
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This visa is only for the purpose of leisure travel, including vacations, sightseeing, visiting friends and family, and other leisure activities. If, during any stage of the visit to Spain, the applicant intends to engage in business or official duties, he or she must refer to other relevant visa sections.
Once applications are received by the Visa Application Centre, they will be sent to the Embassy of Spain in Tripoli. After that, the embassy can contact the applicant directly for a personal interview (if applicable) or for any other inquiries. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy of Spain, the decision along with the passport and other relevant documents will be available for collection at the Visa Application Centre.
Work-related documents
- A business letter explaining the job assignment with the company in the host country (translated into English or Spanish).
- His summary of the work (translated into English or Spanish).
- Salary certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Bank statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to self-employment
- Work license (translated into English or Spanish).
- Chamber of Commerce (translated into English or Spanish).
- Commercial register (translated into English or Spanish).
- The company's latest tax receipt (translated into English or Spanish).
- Recent invoices or any other papers proving the existence of commercial exchanges by the Libyan company with a company or companies abroad or at home, or both (translated into English or Spanish).
- Company account statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
- Last 6 months personal bank statement (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Card/certificate of the pensioner or his partner’s certificate.
- A declaration of financial responsibility for travel and accommodation costs signed by the spouse or parent and certified, in addition to proof of their income (work certificate, salary slips...).
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
If the contract is for one year, the visa is valid for 90 days. Once the worker arrives in Spain, he must register in the social security system before starting his work activity and apply for an alien ID card at the appropriate foreign nationals office or police station, within one month of his registration in the social security system.
If the employment contract is for seasonal work, the visa will be valid for the entire period that the applicant is allowed to live and work in Spain, and it will not be necessary to apply for an alien ID card upon arrival in Spain.
- Work Visa
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A business visa is granted to applicants who wish to travel to Spain to carry out business or economic activities, such as meetings, conferences, training courses, trade fairs, etc. This visa can only be issued to applicants who are not remunerated for work by an entity within Spain.
Work-related documents
- A job invitation from an official Spanish company.
- A business letter explaining the job assignment with the company in the host country (translated into English or Spanish).
- His summary of the work (translated into English or Spanish).
- Salary certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Bank statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to self-employment
- Work license (translated into English or Spanish).
- Chamber of Commerce (translated into English or Spanish).
- Commercial Registry (translated into English or Spanish).
- The company's latest tax receipt (translated into English or Spanish).
- Recent invoices or any other papers proving the existence of commercial exchanges by the Libyan company with a company or companies abroad or at home, or both (translated into English or Spanish).
- Company account statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
- Last 6 months personal bank statement (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Card/certificate of the pensioner or his partner’s certificate.
- A declaration of financial responsibility for travel and accommodation costs signed by the spouse or parent and certified, in addition to proof of their income (work certificate, salary slips...).
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
If the contract is for one year, the visa is valid for 90 days. Once the worker arrives in Spain, he must register in the social security system before starting his work activity and apply for an alien ID card at the appropriate foreign nationals office or police station, within one month of his registration in the social security system.
If the employment contract is for seasonal work, the visa will be valid for the entire period that the applicant is allowed to live and work in Spain, and it will not be necessary to apply for an alien ID card upon arrival in Spain.
Visa fees
The fee for a work visa in Spain is 80 euros.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
- Invitation Visa
-
The invitation visa applies to applicants who hold an official letter of invitation by an eligible Spanish public institution or private organization with a specific event.
Work-related documents
- Invitation from a Spanish public institution or private organization.
- A business letter explaining the job assignment with the organization in the host country (translated into English or Spanish).
- His summary of the work (translated into English or Spanish).
- Salary certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Bank statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to self-employment
- Work license (translated into English or Spanish).
- Chamber of Commerce (translated into English or Spanish).
- Commercial Registry (translated into English or Spanish).
- The company's latest tax receipt (translated into English or Spanish).
- Recent invoices or any other papers proving the existence of commercial exchanges by the Libyan company with a company or companies abroad or at home, or both (translated into English or Spanish).
- Company account statement for the last 6 months (translated into English or Spanish).
- Last 6 months personal bank statement (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Card/certificate of the pensioner or his partner’s certificate.
- A declaration of financial responsibility for travel and accommodation costs signed by the spouse or parent and certified, in addition to proof of their income (work certificate, salary slips...).
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
The work visa is granted for a period of up to 90 days.
Visa fees
The work visa fee is 80 euros.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
- Medical Visa
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The medical visa applies to applicants who intend to travel to Spain for any medical purpose.
Documents related to medical treatment
- An official invitation from a hospital in Spain.
- A medical report explaining the patient’s condition. It is preferable for the patient to have a medical file to diagnose the condition.
Documents related to the applicant’s status
- Birth certificate (translated into English or Spanish).
- Family status (translated into English or Spanish).
Documents related to the child
- In the event that a child travels with only one of his parents, a personal declaration must be submitted by the other parent issued by a contract editor stating his approval for his child to travel, mentioning specific travel dates.
Authentication of documents
All documents issued by Libyan government departments, as well as those issued by contract editors, must be officially authenticated by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and translated into either English or Spanish.
Visa validity period
The medical treatment visa is granted for a period of up to 90 days.
Visa fees
The medical treatment visa fee is 80 euros.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
- Study visa
-
The long-stay visa to study in Spain is granted to students from outside the European Union who wish to study in Spain for longer than 90 days. This visa can also be issued to accompanying students, such as a spouse or unmarried partner and minor or disabled children.
Activities for which a study visa can be obtained
- Full-time study at an accredited school leading to a degree or certificate.
- Doctoral studies.
- Training activities.
- Student mobility programs at compulsory and/or non-compulsory secondary education level in an officially recognized educational or scientific center.
- Voluntary services within the framework of programs seeking to achieve public interest goals.
- Couple programs.
- Conversation class assistants.
Documents related to the study
- Proof of acceptance for study, training, volunteer activity or training.
- High school diploma + transcript, translated into Spanish.
- Criminal record check certificate.
- Medical certificate.
Documents related to the financial situation
-
An original and a copy of documents proving that the applicant (or his legal representative or a family member supporting him) has sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of the student’s residence and return, as well as the residence and return of the family members accompanying him.
-
The minimum requirement is equivalent to 100% from the Index of Public Income Multi-Effects (IPREM) in Spain.
-
To this amount must be added 75% of IPREM for the first family member and 50% of IPREM for each additional family member.
-
If proof is provided that accommodation for the entire stay has been prepaid, this amount will be deducted.
Documents related to family status
- For single people: birth certificate, translated into Spanish.
- For married people: family status, translated into Spanish.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.
- Local visa
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You can apply for a local Italy visa that enables you to stay within Italian territory only and it is not possible to travel outside Maltese territory.
Documents related to the study
- Proof of acceptance for study, training, volunteer activity or training.
- High school diploma + transcript, translated into Spanish.
- Criminal record check certificate.
- Medical certificate.
Documents related to the financial situation
-
An original and a copy of documents proving that the applicant (or his legal representative or a family member supporting him) has sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of the student’s residence and return, as well as the residence and return of the family members accompanying him.
-
The minimum requirement is equivalent to 100% from the Index of Public Income Multi-Effects (IPREM) in Spain.
-
To this amount must be added 75% of IPREM for the first family member and 50% of IPREM for each additional family member.
-
If proof is provided that accommodation for the entire stay has been prepaid, this amount will be deducted.
Documents related to family status
- For single people: birth certificate, translated into Spanish.
- For married people: family status, translated into Spanish.
comments
- All documents submitted must be translated into Spanish and certified by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The visa application must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.