Spain, the largest country in Southern Europe and the fourth largest country in the entire European continent by area, is a democratic and constitutional monarchy. Felipe VI is the ruling king of Spain and he is also the head of state and commander in chief of the special forces. Spain is also the world’s fourteenth largest economy by nominal GDP and is also a member of the United Nations (UN), European Union (EU), The Council of Europe, North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), The World Trade Organisation (WTO) and many other international organisations. Located on the Iberian Peninsula in South Western Europe, the country’s bordered by the Mediterranean sea, France, Andorra and the Bay of Biscay.

Depending on the Purpose of travel, there are different types of visas to be chosen from. Whether a person intends to visit Spain for Medical purposes or for studies or in search of employment opportunities, different Spain Schengen visas are applicable as suited for the purpose. A person can apply for a Spain visa without any difficulty as Spain is now a member state of the Schengen area too.

The first step in applying for a Spanish visa is to fill up the application form. Nowadays, there are detailed instructions that offer guidance in filling up even simple queries asked by the form. Two recent passport sized photographs are required to be attached to the application form.

A Passport copy and copies of previous visas held is also required to be attached along with a copy of the travel ticket. A Schengen Insurance Document along with a letter stating purpose of visit to Spain is also required. Apart from all these, Statement of Means, Proof of Address, Proof of Residence in the United Kingdom, Employment contract (if any), Bank Statements relating to the past six months, Copies of Income Tax Returns filed etc are also required to be filed. If the visa is for medical purposes, a local medical report, a medical attestation from a hospital or doctor in Spain and payment receipts (if paid) are to be attached.