Spain Student Visa Planner
Enter your course start date — get your personalised timeline, exact deadlines, and required bank balance. Free, instant, no sign-up required.
Tell us about your plans
Required bank balance
Based on IPREM 2026 (≈€600/month × your course duration). Your consulate checks this amount — and your bank statement history.
Your personalised action timeline
Key documents to prepare
- ⚠ Criminal background check + apostille — order first, takes longest
- ⚠ Health insurance (Spain-compliant, €30k+ coverage, zero co-pay) — not travel insurance
- ✓ Enrollment letter from accredited school — showing 20h+/week, exact dates
- ✓ Bank statement (3 months, certified, stamped)
- ✓ Proof of accommodation in Spain
- ✓ Valid passport, passport photos, completed visa form (EX-01)
Get this plan by email
We'll send your personalised timeline as a PDF — plus country-specific tips for your consulate.
Or book a free 15-min call — we'll review your specific situation.
Common questions
How much money do I need for a Spain student visa?
The required amount is based on Spain's IPREM — approximately €600 per month of your stay in 2026. For 9 months, that's €5,400. Use the calculator above for your exact figure. Note: the format and history of your bank statement matters as much as the amount.
How early should I start preparing?
Start at least 3–4 months before your course date. Criminal record checks can take 4–6 weeks to apostille, consulate appointments book out 4–8 weeks in advance, and processing takes 4–8 more weeks after submission.
What if my timeline shows I'm already late?
Book a free call immediately — we've helped applicants in tight timelines before. The key is knowing which steps can be done in parallel and which consulates have shorter appointment windows.
Is this calculator accurate for all countries?
The bank balance calculation is based on official 2026 IPREM figures and is accurate for all nationalities. The timeline adds extra weeks for countries where apostilles take longer (India, Nigeria, Pakistan) or where additional verification is required (Russia/CIS).