Spain Internship Visa – Requirements & How to Apply

• National Visa Application Form – Completed and signed by the applicant (or a guardian if a minor).
• Passport-size photograph – Recent, color, with a light background.
• Valid passport – Must be valid for at least one year with two blank pages. Passports older than 10 years are not accepted.
• Residence and internship authorization – Official approval from Spanish immigration authorities.
• Criminal record check certificate – Original and copy from countries of residence in the past two years, plus a declaration of no criminal history for the last five years.
• Proof of residence in the consular district – Legal residence or attendance at in-person classes in the area.
• Representative’s identity and authorization – If applying on behalf of a minor, proof of identity and relationship is required.
• Visa fee payment – Must be paid at the time of application in the local currency.

⚠️ Important: Any foreign documents must be legalized or apostilled and, where required, must include an official translation into Spanish.

• For document legalisation, check: UK Government Guide.
• For certified Spanish translators, see: Official List.

The consulate may request additional documents or require you to attend a personal interview.

theInterna can assist with legalisation and translations of your documents in the UK if needed.

Your sponsoring entity in Spain must submit the following documents as part of your Internship Residence Authorization application:

• Internship Agreement (Convenio de Prácticas) including:
  • Program details, objectives, and components.
  • Internship duration and conditions.
  • Number of hours and supervision details.
  • Legal relationship between the student and host entity.
• Proof of university enrollment (for students enrolled in a UK university).
• Confirmation that the internship aligns with the student’s academic field and qualification level.

• Proof of legal entry into Spain (must be within your 90-day Schengen allowance).
• Medical insurance covering the full stay in Spain.
• Criminal Record Certificate (ACRO for UK applicants) – must cover the last five years.

• National Visa Application Form (2 copies, completed and signed).
• Recent passport-size photograph (light background, no head coverings).
• Valid passport (must be valid for at least one year and contain two blank pages; passports older than 10 years are not accepted).
• Residence Authorization Approval (original and copy, issued by the Spanish immigration office).
• Criminal Record Certificate (covering the last 5 years).
• If applying through a representative:
  • Copy of their identity document or passport.
  • Power of attorney or proof of representation.
• Visa Fee Payment (€80, varies by nationality).
• Additional documents may be required at the discretion of the consulate.

• Official application form (EX-17) – completed and signed.
• Original passport – must be valid.
• Government Fee 790 proof of payment – confirmation of the required fee.
• Recent passport-size photograph – color, white background.
• Town Hall Registration (Empadronamiento) – must reflect your current address and be issued within the last three months.