Course Guide 2026Language School
Language School
Spain Student Visa
A language course at an accredited Spanish school is one of the most popular qualifying courses for a student visa. Here is everything you need to know about getting a student visa for a language school in Spain.
Overview
Spain Student Visa for Language School Students
The Spain student visa process for language school students follows the same core steps as all other student visa applications — with specific considerations for enrolment letter requirements and course eligibility.
Eligibility Requirements
- At least 20 classroom hours per week
- Course runs for more than 90 days
- In-person delivery at an accredited Spanish institution
- Official enrolment letter from your institution
Key Documents
- Enrolment letter confirming hours, dates, and course details
- Financial proof (bank statements – min. €600–800/month)
- Spain student visa-compliant health insurance
- Criminal record certificate with apostille and sworn translation
- Medical certificate and EX-00 form in Spanish
FAQ
Spain Student Visa for Language School — Questions Answered
Yes — a language course at an accredited Spanish school qualifies for a student visa, provided it runs for more than 90 days and at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week. This is the most common type of Spain student visa application.
More than 90 days. Courses of 90 days or fewer fall within the tourist/short-stay allowance and do not require a student visa. For the student visa, your language course must run for at least 91 days.
At least 20 classroom hours per week. Part-time language courses of fewer than 20 hours per week do not meet the minimum requirement. Request the number of weekly hours on your enrolment letter.
Yes — the school must be officially registered and authorised to provide education in Spain. Ask your school for proof of their registration (Decreto de autorización) if you are unsure.
Some applicants combine courses at the same institution to reach the 20-hour minimum. If you do this, the enrolment letter must clearly state the total combined weekly hours.
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Granada, and Salamanca all have large numbers of accredited language schools with experience in issuing visa-compliant enrolment letters. See our city guides for details.
No — online courses do not qualify for the Spain student visa. The course must be delivered in person at a physical school in Spain.