Barcelona Sagrada Familia and cityscape at sunset

Ancient Universities. Modern Work Rights.

Spain lets international students work up to 30 hours a week automatically — no separate permit needed.

€2,000–€8,000
Tuition (Non-EU, Public)
30 Hrs/Week
Automatic Work Authorization
12 Months
Post-Study Work Permit
€600/Month
Minimum Funds Required
Spain university campus
Country Overview

The Country Where You Can Work While You Study — Automatically.

Since the 2025 reform, Spain's student visa automatically includes work authorization for up to 30 hours a week — no separate permit process. Combined with tuition that's a fraction of Anglophone destinations, Spain offers one of Europe's best study-to-work pathways.

The Study House Approach

The Spanish System Rewards Preparation. We Provide It.

THE BRIDGE

University & Programme Matching

We match your academic profile to the right public university and region, where tuition and cost of living vary significantly.

THE FINANCE

Proof-of-Funds Documentation

We prepare your financial documentation to meet the ~€600/month threshold and guide sponsorship-letter requirements where applicable.

THE DOCUMENT

Apostille & Consular Legalisation

We manage translation, notarisation, and Apostille certification for your complete academic and financial document package.

Visa Pathway

The National Visa (Type D). The Gateway to Spain.

Non-EU students need a National Visa (Type D) for courses over 90 days, followed by a residence card (TIE) after arrival.

  1. 01University acceptance letter secured
  2. 02Proof of funds arranged (~€600/month)
  3. 03Documents translated, notarised, and Apostilled
  4. 04Visa application filed at the Spanish Consulate
  5. 05Consular interview and biometrics completed
  6. 06Visa granted — TIE residence card collected within 30 days of arrival

Visa Specifications

Processing Time6–12 weeks
Work Rights30 hrs/week (automatic since 2025)
Minimum Funds~€600/month
Post-Study12-month work-permit modification
SPAIN Institutional Database

Partner Universities in Spain

Our network of partner institutions in Spain spans top-ranked public and private universities. Below is a preview.

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University of Barcelona, historic building

University of Barcelona

Barcelona

Complutense University of Madrid, Faculty of Medicine

Complutense University of Madrid

Madrid

University of Valencia, La Nau building

University of Valencia

Valencia

Your Spain Application Starts With One Question: Are You Eligible?

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