A Spain Tourist Visa from UAE is a short-stay Schengen visa for eligible UAE residents travelling to Spain for tourism. Applications are submitted through BLS International when Spain is the correct main Schengen destination. Al Hadaf Al Masi can review your profile, identify the documents relevant to your circumstances and help organise your file before submission. Request a personalised checklist to start.
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Spain Tourist Visa from UAE – Overview
Apply for Spain when it is the country where you will stay the longest during a multi-country Schengen trip; if the stay is equal across countries, the country of first entry determines the responsible embassy. BLS accepts short-stay applications in the UAE through its Dubai and Abu Dhabi centres. Applications may be lodged up to 180 days before travel, and applicants aged 12 years and above must attend in person for biometric enrolment.
Quick Visa Information
| Information | Details |
| Visa Type | Tourist / Short-Stay Schengen Visa (Category C) |
| Destination | Spain |
| Apply From | UAE |
| Maximum Stay | Up to 90 days for a short-stay visa |
| Visa Fee | AED 388 standard “Other Nationals” rate |
| BLS Service Fee | AED 73 per application, VAT inclusive |
| Processing Time | Minimum 3 weeks; may take longer depending on the case |
| Application Centre | BLS International – Dubai or Abu Dhabi |
Visa fees, BLS service charges, centre details and processing instructions can change. Recheck the official BLS page immediately before payment or submission.
Spain Tourist Visa Fees from UAE
| Applicant / Fee | Current Official Amount |
| Adults / Other Nationals | AED 388 |
| Children 6–12 | AED 194 |
| Children under 6 | AED 0 |
| BLS service fee | AED 73, VAT inclusive |
BLS lists AED 388 as the standard fee for “Other Nationals”. Reduced or exempt rates apply to certain nationalities and categories, and the AED amount can change with the exchange rate. Recheck the live fee table before applying.
Documents Required for a Spain Tourist Visa
- Appointment confirmation through the BLS booking system
- Completed Schengen visa application form in English or Spanish, signed and dated
- Original sponsor / employer letter or NOC in English, where applicable
- Passport with valid UAE residence visa and at least two empty pages
- Copies of UAE residence permits issued within the last five years, where applicable
- One recent biometric passport photograph
- Copies of passport bio/residence pages and previous Schengen / US / UK / Canada / Japan visas
- Schengen travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage plus repatriation
- Proof of accommodation in Spain: hotel booking, property document or official invitation, as applicable
- Personal bank statements for the last three months
- Sponsor salary certificate and financial documents for dependants, where applicable
- Signed written travel itinerary
- Return ticket booking
- Marriage certificate translated into English or Spanish if spouses are of different nationalities
- Minor consent / custody documents and birth certificate, where applicable
- Sponsor passport, residence visa and supporting NOC for dependants not applying with the sponsor
- Trade licence translated into English or Spanish for self-sponsored applicants, where applicable
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Spain Visa Photo Requirements
- One recent colour biometric photo, normally no more than 6 months old
- White or off-white background with the face clear and in focus
- Full-face, non-smiling image without sunglasses or head covering unless worn for religious or ethnic reasons
- Printed on normal photographic paper and affixed to the visa application form
Spain Visa Processing Time from UAE
BLS states that the minimum processing time instructed by the Embassy of Spain is 3 weeks and that delays may occur depending on the case. Applicants should submit at least 3 weeks before the intended travel date. Applications lodged in Dubai or Abu Dhabi are forwarded to the Embassy of Spain in Abu Dhabi on the next working day, and processing time starts excluding the BLS submission date. The official terms also state that the Consular Section should resolve applications within a maximum period of 3 months.
How to Apply for a Spain Tourist Visa from UAE
- Confirm Spain is the correct main Schengen destination for your itinerary.
- Book an appointment through the official BLS Spain UAE appointment system.
- Complete and sign the Schengen visa application form and prepare the official tourism checklist documents.
- Attend the BLS centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi; applicants aged 12 and above must attend in person for biometrics.
- Submit the passport and supporting documents and pay the applicable visa fee and BLS service charge by cash or card.
- Track the application and follow BLS instructions for passport collection after notification.
Spain Tourist Visa Forms
- Spain Schengen Visa Application Form – English
- Spain Tourism Checklist – UAE
- BLS Spain UAE Tourist Visa Page
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spain Tourist Visa from UAE
1. How much is a Spain tourist visa from UAE?
BLS currently lists AED 388 for standard “Other Nationals”, AED 194 for children aged 6–12 and AED 0 for children under 6. The BLS service charge is AED 73 including VAT. Special reduced or exempt rates apply to certain nationalities and categories, so recheck the official fee table before submission.
2. How long does a Spain visa take from Dubai?
BLS states a minimum processing time of 3 weeks and warns that individual cases may take longer. The official terms also note that the Consular Section should resolve applications within a maximum period of 3 months.
3. What documents do I need for a Spain tourist visa?
The official tourism checklist covers the application form, passport and UAE residence, sponsor or employment documents, photo, insurance, accommodation, three months of bank statements, itinerary, return booking and profile-specific documents for dependants or minors.
4. Where do I apply for a Spain visa in UAE?
Submit through BLS International in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Use the official BLS appointment system and follow the current appointment confirmation for centre details and submission instructions.
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