Types of Visa for Relatives

Relatives of students from outside the European Union (non-EU) - Basic information

Relatives of students from countries outside the European Union who intend to visit Spain must obtain a Type D visa for student relatives before leaving their country or obtain a permit once in Spain.

It is important to anticipate the length of your stay beforehand as a Type D visa is only valid for 180 days (D Student 180 days) and once in Spain it is not possible either to renew the visa or apply for  an Authorised Stay Permit with a limited stay visa. If you anticipate staying for longer than 6 months, you will need to obtain a Type D Student Visa (open).

In the case referred to in Article 52.1.a), the family members of foreign nationals who hold a long-term stay authorization for higher education studies may apply for the corresponding visas or long-term stay authorizations to enter or remain legally in Spain during the remaining validity period of the holder’s authorization, provided that at least ninety calendar days remain.

Family members shall be understood to include the spouse, registered partner, minor children, or adult children who require specific support.

The family member must be in a regular situation at the time of applying for the stay permit as a student’s family member.