Spain visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Spain

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Spanish Visa.

  • A Schengen visa application form should be filled completely with all sincerity.
  • Two recent passport photographs with a white background (35mm x 45mm).
  • Passport with at least 2 blank pages which is valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the return date.
  • A cover letter by the applicant stating the purpose of visit to Spain and itinerary. 
  • Prove of civil status. (marriage certificate, birth certificate, birth certificate of children, etc)
  • Original bank account statement with bank stamp and authorized signatory of the bank for the last 3 months.
  • Schengen Travel insurance confirmation of a minimum of 30,000 Euros coverage within Spain. 
  • Determine the type of visa you are applying for.
  • If invited, a letter of invitation from your host should be provided.

Spain Visa for Filipinos

Facts about Spain

There is a lot of top tourist attraction in the city of Spain. Travelers can pick from visiting the beaches in Ibiza to letting off steam on the popular white-sand beaches in Gran Canaria and seeing a lot of historical sites in the country. You are definitely guaranteed a fun-filled stay in the city of Spain.

Recent data showed tourist visits to Spain rose 8.9 percent year-on-year to 82 million tourists. This makes Spain the second most visited country in the world after France.

Spain has 17 sovereign regions with different geography and culture. It is a country on Europe’s Iberian peninsula. Its capital city is Madrid which houses the royal palace and the prestigious Prado museum.

Types of Spain Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 15 days 6 months
Student visa 15 days 90 days
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Work visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Spain Visa

  • A Schengen visa application form should be filled completely with all sincerity.
  • Two recent passport photographs with a white background (35mm x 45mm).
  • Passport with at least 2 blank pages which is valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the return date.
  • A cover letter by the applicant stating the purpose of visit to Spain and itinerary. 
  • Prove of civil status. (marriage certificate, birth certificate, birth certificate of children, etc)
  • Original bank account statement with bank stamp and authorized signatory of the bank for the last 3 months.
  • Schengen Travel insurance confirmation of a minimum of 30,000 Euros coverage within Spain. 
  • Determine the type of visa you are applying for.
  • If invited, a letter of invitation from your host should be provided.
Spain Business visa Spain Student visa Spain Tourist visa Spain Work visa

Spain Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Spain for business purposes.
  • Original Passport with minimum 6 months validity with at least two empty pages
  • Spain business visa application needs to be duly filled and signed
  • Two recent passport-size colored photographs as per Schengen specifications.
  • Company cover letter with entire travel plan on Company letterhead signed by authorized signatory with seal & signature (Sample Business Cover Letter).
  • Proof of sufficient funds.
  • Invitation letter from host Company stating the purpose of the trip, business details, etc.
  • Original updated bank statements for the last one year with bank attestation.
  • Income Tax Returns / Form 16 for the last 3 years
  • Confirmed Flight Tickets.
  • Hotel Reservations/Accommodation.
  • Travel Insurance.

Spain Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Spain to study.
  • Two Schengen visa application forms duly filled out and signed.
  • The passport must be valid for the intended period of your stay in Spain with at least one blank page to affix the visa.
  • Two recent photographs passport size with a white background. Staple one photo on each of the application forms.
  • Letter of acceptance as a full-time student from Spain’s University/School indicating the name, address and registration number of the school with Spain’s Department of Education; full payment of all of the costs of tuition, duration of the program, subjects of the study and hours of study per week, which must be no less than 20.
  • Health Insurance (only the original form will be accepted).
  • Proof of financial means during your stay.
  • You should provide the following: Letter from the University or School in Spain assuming full financial responsibility during your stay
    • Proof of financial aid or scholarship for at least $1,000 per month for room and board
    • Notarized letter from your parents or legal guardians assuming full financial responsibility for at least $1,000 per month for room and board.
    • Personal bank account statements showing at least $1,000 per month of stay.
  • Proof of hostel/accommodation.

Spain Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Spain for sightseeing/visitation.
  • Two passport size photographs(35mm x 45mm).
  • The passport must be valid for the intended period of your stay in Spain with at least one blank page to affix the visa.
  • Personal bank statements for the last three months.
  • Confirmed and valid travel insurance with coverage for emergency medical treatment with a minimum of €30,000.
  • No objection letter from your company (if employed) or school/university (if student).
  • Proof of hotel reservation.
  • Proof of flight reservation.
  • Personal covering letter with entire travel plan (itinerary).

Spain Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to work in an organization in Spain.
  • A passport valid for a minimum of six months ahead of your stay in Spain.
  • Two passport size photographs (35mm x 45mm).
  • Spain work visa application form duly filled. 
  • A cover letter (containing your travel itinerary and plan).
  • Travel insurance policy.
  • Travel itineraries (Either a flight ticket or flight reservation).
  • Financial proof (About 70 Euros for every day you stay in Spain).
  • Authorization letter (This could be a no object letter/leave approval letter from your employer).
  • Proof of clean criminal record. 
  • Proof of financial means during your stay in Spain.

Spain Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Work visa

60.00 (EUR)

Spain Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

Manila

27 floor Equitable Bank Tower 8751 Paseo de Roxas 1226 Makati, Metro Manila Philippines.

www.exteriores.gob.es/embajadas/manila

emb.manila@maec.es

(+63) 2 8817 99 97 (+63) 2 8817 66 76

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spain famous for?

Spain is famous around the world for flamenco music and dance, bullfights, fantastic beaches, and lots of sunshine.

What is Spain known for producing?

Spain is known for producing barley and wheat. The major crops in Spain are predominate on the plains of Castile-León, Castile–La Mancha, and Andalusia, while rice is grown in coastal Valencia and southern Catalonia. Spain also produces vegetables (especially tomatoes, onions, and potatoes) and nuts (almonds).

How is Spain culture?

Spain practices Roman Celtic and Iberian culture. Spanish culture before and after the arrival of the Muslims was based heavily on Roman heritage and the primary religion practiced  Catholicism.

How do you dress in Spain?

In Spain, you are to wear a warm jacket even if the sun is out. A wool peacoat or a parka would work. For anywhere in Spain, aim for wearing three layers: A base layer, a cotton top or sweater, and a jacket.