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How to get a Spain visa from Ghana

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ghanaian passport holders travelling to Spain.

Visa types & fees

4 visa options for travelling to Spain.

Business visa

Processing time15 days
Validity90 days

Student visa

Processing time15 days
ValidityVariable

Tourist visa

Processing time15 days
Validity90 days

Work visa

Processing time15 days
ValidityVariable

Application requirements

Documents Ghanaian applicants need to provide.

  • A valid passport/travel ID
  • Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
  • Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
  • Two current passport-sized photos
  • Medical/travel insurance
  • Travel itinerary
  • Letter of acceptance from university or place of study - for students
  • A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
  • Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Spain for tourism purposes.
  • You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
  • Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or sponsor living in Spain.
  • This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
  • During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
  • The passport you are using must have at least two blank pages.
  • You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
  • This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

Business visa

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Spain for business purposes.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Spanish company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
  • Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.

Student visa

  • This is the type of visa issued to those travelling to Spain for the purpose of study.
  • You are to submit the application for a Spanish student visa at the Spanish embassy or consulate, or any other intermediate application centers in your country.
  • The Spanish student visa may take up to 2-3 months to be issued.
  • Unlike the visit visa, the student visa offers a longer duration.
  • The decision about your application is based on the information and the supporting documents you provide.
  • These documents have to be sent as originals, accompanied by two photocopies of each.
  • Any person applying for this visa must be ready to submit proof of an admission into a study program in a recognized educational institution in Spain.
  • You are to also submit a letter of commitment by a local resident (a person living in Spain), showing they’ll be covering your accommodation and/or other living costs while you’ll be there.

Work visa

  • If you’re planning on taking a job in Spain, you need to get a work permit first.
  • There are a number of different types of Spanish work permits, as well as exemptions, depending on your employment situation.
  • The Spanish work permit is closely linked to your residence status in Spain, and in most cases, a job will need to be arranged before you can apply for a permit to move to Spain.
  • European Union nationals do not require work or residence permits to live and work in Spain, although if staying in the country for more than three months they will have to register as residents.
  • Non-EU nationals, on the other hand, face a complicated process as in most cases it is necessary to have a contract of employment before they can apply for a work permit.
  • Ensure you have gotten in a job in the country before initiating the visa application process.
  • A letter from your employer in the country confirming that you have been offered a job is required.
  • The address of the company, as well as your job description, should be clearly stated in the letter.

Where to apply

Spain embassy & visa application centers in Ghana.

Accra

AddressDrake Avenue Extension, Airport Residential Area, Accra-Ghana
Phone+233 30 277 4004
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Frequently asked questions

What currency is used in Spain?

The currency of Spain is the euro, just like in other European Union countries.

How safe is Spain to travel to?

Spain is one of the safest European countries to visit. There is little serious crime. There is some pickpocket theft in the metros of the big cities and in crowded places that are frequented by tourists.

Is Spain a Schengen country?

Yes.

What is the most common food in Spain?

Originating in Valencia, paella is a rice dish prepared with meat or seafood and probably takes the crown in terms of being Spain's most famous food.

Spain embassy in Ghana All Ghana visa requirements
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Spain visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.