Spain
Very strict: an application without accommodation proof is almost always refusedBeyond accommodation, Spain requires proof of at least €122 per person per day, or a minimum of €1,099 total for stays of 9 days or more, to show you can support yourself during the trip (source: Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores).
Spain's Schengen tourist visa (Type C) requires proof of accommodation for every night of the stay. Official guidance accepts a confirmed hotel or tourist-apartment reservation showing the applicant's name, the property's address, and its phone number (source: Spain Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
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Visa Requirements
Spain issues its Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) for both tourism and business purposes, authorizing stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Whichever purpose you're traveling for, the supporting documents are largely the same: passport, accommodation, financial means, insurance and a return ticket.
| Visa Type | Duration | Cost | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Tourism | Authorizes stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Standard decision within 15 calendar days of application (may extend to 45 days if extra documents or an interview are needed). Applications open 6 months to 15 days before travel. | €90 for adults (12+); €45 for children aged 6–11; free for children under 6 - EU-wide fee, unchanged since June 11, 2024~90 EUR | Valid passport issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area, Proof of accommodation for every night of the stay: confirmed hotel/tourist-apartment reservation with applicant's name, property address and phone, or an official invitation letter from the local Police Department if staying with family/friends, Proof of sufficient financial means: minimum €122 per person per day, or at least €1,099 total for stays of 9 days or more, Travel medical insurance valid across the whole Schengen area for the full stay, minimum €30,000 coverage including repatriation, Round-trip or onward travel ticket/itinerary matching the accommodation dates |
| Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Business/Professional purposes | Same visa category as the tourism variant: stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period, 15-calendar-day standard decision time (up to 45 days in some cases). | €90 for adults (12+); €45 for children aged 6–11; free for children under 6 - EU-wide fee, unchanged since June 11, 2024~90 EUR | Same core documents as the tourism purpose: passport, accommodation proof, financial means, medical insurance, and return travel ticket, Invitation letter or proof of the business relationship from the Spanish host company or partner, Proof of accommodation for every night of the stay in Spain, matching the business itinerary, Letter from the employer confirming position, purpose of travel, and whether costs are covered, Travel medical insurance covering a minimum of €30,000 across the Schengen area |
Transit Rules
Travelers who already hold a valid Schengen visa can transit through Spain without a separate authorization. Applications open as early as 6 months before travel and no later than 15 days before departure.
Documents Required
- Valid passport issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond departure from the Schengen area
- Proof of accommodation for every night of the stay - confirmed hotel or apartment reservation with your name, the property's address and phone number
- Proof of financial means: €122 per person per day, or €1,099 minimum for stays of 9+ days
- Travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000 across the Schengen area
- Round-trip or onward travel ticket matching your accommodation dates
- Completed visa application form, submitted 15 days to 6 months before travel
Practical tip
Because Spanish consulates require accommodation covering the entire trip before deciding the application, travelers who haven't locked in their itinerary often use a fully refundable hotel booking to satisfy the requirement without risking money if plans change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Spain require a hotel booking for a Schengen visa?▾
Yes. Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists proof of accommodation as a required document, accepted as a confirmed hotel or apartment reservation, a tour operator's itinerary, or - for private stays - an official invitation letter from the local Police Department.
What details does the hotel booking need to show?▾
The reservation should show the applicant's name, the property's full address, and a phone number, and it must cover every night of the trip, matching the dates on your flight or transport reservation (source: Spain Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
Do I need to prepay the hotel for a Spanish visa?▾
No. A confirmed reservation is enough, prepayment isn't required. GetHotelProof issues exactly this: a real, refundable hotel booking with your name and the property's details, valid for 96 hours after delivery.
How much money do I need to show for a Spain visa, besides the hotel booking?▾
Spain asks for proof of at least €122 per person per day, or a minimum of €1,099 total for stays of 9 days or more, alongside your accommodation proof (source: Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores).
How much does the Spanish Schengen visa cost?▾
€90 for adults (12 and over) and €45 for children aged 6 to 11; children under 6 apply free. This fee has been unchanged across the Schengen area since June 11, 2024 (source: European Commission, Migration and Home Affairs).
Can I book a hostel instead of a hotel for my Spain visa?▾
The requirement is proof of accommodation, and a hostel or apartment reservation showing the same details - your name, property address, phone number and dates - works the same way as a hotel booking.
Is the accommodation requirement the same for tourism and business visas?▾
Yes. Both the tourism and business variants of Spain's Type C visa ask for accommodation proof covering every night of the stay, alongside the core documents (passport, financial means, insurance, return ticket) - the business visa additionally needs an invitation or proof of the business relationship (source: Spain Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
How can GetHotelProof help with my Spain visa application?▾
GetHotelProof books a real, refundable hotel in your name for your Spanish itinerary and emails a PDF confirmation with the property's name, address, phone number and your dates - the exact format Spanish consulates ask for. Ready in 60 seconds, from $12.90.
