Yes, Indian passport holders need a valid visa, specifically a Schengen visa, to travel to Spain for short stays like tourism, business, family visits, or other approved activities for up to 90 days within 180 days. Spain does not offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry for Indian citizens.

Here are the Spain tourist visa requirements for Indians:

• Valid passport

• Visa application form

• Photograph

• Proof of residence

• Proof of travel purpose 

• Proof of financial means

• Proof of travel

• Proof of accommodation

• Travel insurance

• Proof of employment

  Valid passport:

  A passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area. It must have been issued within the last 10 years and contain at least two blank pages.

  Visa application form:

  Completed, error-free and signed- Spain visa application form.

  Photograph:

  One recent passport-sized photograph that meets Spain's specific visa photo requirements (e.g., white background, no older than 6 months).

  Proof of residence:

  The Permanent Account Number (PAN) must be presented.  

  Proof of travel purpose:

  A clear and concise cover letter outlining your personal information, purpose of visit, financial means and intent to return. 

  Proof of financial means:

  The Spanish government needs proof of your capability to fund your stay. To demonstrate the same, provide bank account statements for the last six months and ITR acknowledgement for the last two years. 

  Proof of travel:

  Provide proof of roundtrip tickets and proof of intra-Schengen flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental if you are travelling to several Schengen States. 

  Proof of accommodation:

  Submit the proof of accommodation for your entire stay in Spain. If invited, submit an invitation letter signed by the inviting person and duly notarised in Spain.

  Travel insurance:

  You must have travel insurance that is valid for all Schengen Countries. It should cover at least €30,000 or equivalent for all risks for the entire duration of the trip. 

  Proof of employment:

  This can be an employment contract, leave approval letter from the employer or certificate of employment. 

   

  Note: Depending on the specific circumstances mentioned in the visa application, additional documents will be required. For example, you will need a sponsorship letter if your trip is sponsored. 

   

   

Here’s how you can apply for a Spain tourist visa from India: 

1. Gather Your Documents

2. Log in to PostMyVisa 

3. Book Your Appointment

4. Submit Your Documents at the Centre

5. Pay the PostMyVisa & Service Fee

6. Receive Your Visa

The Spain visa fees for Indians are, for Adults: €90, for Children (6-12 years): €45, and for Children under 6 years: Free of cost.

Generally, the fee for a Spain Schengen visa is non-refundable if your visa application is denied. However, if you apply through PostMyVisa, you can receive a refund even if your application is rejected under PostMyVisa Protect (which is free).

Spain visa applications can be submitted up to 6 months in advance of your planned travel date and at least 15 days before your trip. Since visa processing times can vary, it is best to apply 4-6 weeks in advance to avoid any last-minute delays.

Yes, you will need to submit your passport for the processing of your Spain visa application. The passport is required for identity verification, for checking your travel history, and for affixing the visa sticker if approved.

Yes, you can apply for a Schengen visa without a confirmed flight booking. However, you will need to provide a flight itinerary or reservation as proof of your intended travel dates. 

Yes, you can apply for a Spain Schengen visa without confirmed accommodation, but you still need to show proof of where you plan to stay. This can include temporary hotel bookings or an invitation letter from friends or family who will be hosting you.

The consulate requires this to ensure that you have arrangements in place for your stay. Even if your plans are not finalized, providing a reservation or written confirmation of your accommodation will satisfy this requirement during the visa application process.

If you haven't filed income tax returns (ITRs) for the past two years, this may pose a challenge for your visa application. However, you can take the following steps to address the situation:

• Provide a cover letter: Write a cover letter explaining why you haven’t filed ITRs. Common reasons might include recent employment, income below the taxable threshold, or being a dependent.

• Submit alternative documents: Include other financial documents that prove your income and financial stability, such as bank statements, salary slips, or investment documents.

• Sponsor's ITR: If someone else is sponsoring your trip, submit their ITRs along with a sponsorship letter to strengthen your application.

Authorised by the government: Postmyvisa is authorised by the United Arab Emirates government to handle your visa application.

Easy to use: PostMyVisa is easy to use and allows you to apply for your visa in under 10 minutes, allowing for a seamless process.

Convenient document upload: You can easily upload your photo and passport by either selecting files from your device or using the camera on your smartphone or laptop.