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The only thing you need, in legal terms, is the NIE (Número de Identificación del extranjero). This number, which is unique to each individual, is essential to carry out any transaction in Spain. Since it must appear on all documents that you sign or are issued in Spain, you must have it before signing the deed. The NIE is not complicated to obtain, but it does take a long time; ask me how to make it easier for you to obtain the NIE in order to speed up the process as much as possible.

In addition, although it is not compulsory, having a bank account in Spain will make all the formalities easier, as it will make payments faster and will probably save you some commissions.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Visa application form and visa Documents Checklist (Original and photocopy): The application form must be filled out in capital letters and signed.

2. One passport-type photo. (White Background, 2x2") glued to the form.

3. Passport or Travel Document. (Original and photocopy of the main page). Passport should be no older than 10 years. Please make sure your passport has at least one blank page for the new visa.

4. I.D. Card that proves your place of residence is within the jurisdiction of the Spanish Consulate of Los Angeles (Original and a photocopy). You can provide one of the following documents: U.S. Driver license, State I.D. card, Voter’s Registration Card, current Student I.D.

5. (Non-US Citizens only) Alien Registration Card or long term U.S. Visa. (Original and a photocopy).

- Holders of B-1 and B-2 Visas cannot apply in the United States; they must apply in their country of residence or country of origin.

- Applicants holding Student Visas must also submit their I-20 signed by the university on the last page and a copy of their F-1 Visa.

6. EX 07 Form

7. Model 790-52 Form (plus taxes). Instructions here

8. Model 790-62 Form (plus taxes)

9. Business Plan of Activities that will be carried out, with the anticipated investments shown, your projected profits and the possible amount of jobs created.

10. Copy of Documentation that proves the respective training needed, in each case, the professional qualification/certification legally required for the appropriate professional tasks.

11. Proof of sufficient economic funds, or contracts of investments or loans from financial institutions. There must be evidence of sufficient funds to establish and maintain employment indefinately.

12. Work Permits or Licenses that sanction the building, opening and operation of the planned project.

13. Certification of “absence of police records”

14. Medical Certificate: (Original, photocopy and a translation): It must be recent (Issued within the last 3 months), include letter-head and handwritten signature of a doctor (M.D. or D.O.) with the following format (Please see specifications attached). See common questions and issues for details.

15. Disclaimer duly signed

16. Payment of the Visa Fees is accepted with money orders. Money orders are to be addressed to the General Consulate of Spain Los Angeles. Money will not be reimbursed even if the visa is not granted or is cancelled. See common questions and issues for details.

• Spouse of the main applicant should submit his/ her own visa application for Residence visa, with all required documents plus the Marriage certificate authenticated with the Apostille of The Hague and translated into Spanish.

• Children of the main applicant should submit his/ her own visa application for Residence visa, with all required documents plus the Birth certificates authenticated with the Apostille of The Hague and translated into Spanish.

10 things to know before traveling to spain

1.People eat very late

2.Most people don’t actually sleep during siesta time

3.Things don’t always start on time

4.The public transport is excellent

5.Spanish isn’t the only official language in Spain

6.Paella and Sangria are not available everywhere

7.Flamenco is not really Spain’s traditional dance

8.There are so many festivals in Spain that you could probably visit one every day of the year

9.A lot of Spanish culture was influenced by the Moors

10.August is not the best time to visit.

You can’t be a European Union Citizen in order to get this visa.

Being in legal status in Spain and not having the entry forbidden to the country is necessary.

You must possess sufficient economic funds in order to maintain yourself in the country for 1 or 2 years (depending on the length of your studies). How much should you demonstrate? A monthly 100% of the IPREM, which is about 600€ per month.

Having a private or public medical insurance contract with full coverage in Spain. Learn more about the health insurance requirements here.

You will have to be admitted to the course/university you are planning to study at. This means that before starting your application you must get your acceptance or admission letter from the learning course.

Having clear criminal background records.

For short-term study visas, you must also include round trip flight tickets from and to your country of origin. Don’t make any payment until your visa is issued.

For higher-education studies such as a master’s or postgraduate degree, it is very likely that you will be asked for the homologation or validation of your university degree if you obtained it in your country of origin.

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Things to Consider When Planning to Learn Spanish in Spain

Are you thinking about learning Spanish in Spain?

First of all, great decision. Learning Spanish by immersion is a surefire way to quickly pick up a language and have fun doing it.

And Spain is a fantastic place to study and travel!

If the idea of going to Spain to learn Spanish seems daunting, read on.

This article will provide tips on where to learn Spanish in Spain, what to do once you’re on the ground and how to prepare for your language-learning adventure.

The Ins and Outs of Learning Spanish in Spain

Where to Learn Spanish in Spain

Okay, you’ve decided to go to Spain… Now what? Spain is made up of 17 autonomous communities (like states), each of which has its own distinctive culture and history. Additionally, the regions in Spain vary in terms of the Spanish that’s spoken there. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing a destination in Spain for Spanish learning:

Regional Spanish dialects

Some say that the clearest, easiest-to-understand dialect of Spanish is found in the north-central community of Castilla y León. (Why do you think they call the language Castellano, anyway?) The nearby areas of Castilla La Mancha and Madrid are also known for their relatively clear Spanish. Cities like León, Burgos and Salamanca are known for their “clear” Spanish dialects, which may make them good places for a beginner.

On the other hand, some of the Southern provinces—particularly Murcia, Córdoba, Extremadura and Cádiz—have a reputation of being slightly more difficult for foreigners to understand. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean you should avoid these provinces! Learning regional accents and slang may be tricky at first, but it also can be part of the fun of learning Spanish. And take it from someone who learned Spanish in Extremadura—once you master the regional dialect, you’ll be well prepared to speak Spanish with anyone you meet in Spain.

All in all, each community in Spain has its own interesting linguistic characteristics!

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