Guide · Barcelona · Before you fly
Key step
Check your visa before you go
Non-EU citizens need a visa to study or work in Spain. It must be done from your home country.
Updated October 2026 · From the Newope arrival plan
Step by step
Check requirements at the Spanish consulate in your country
Students: you'll need your admission letter, insurance and proof of funds
Youth mobility visas exist for some countries, check if yours qualifies
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