Can you imagine sitting on a beach with fresh Sangria in hand and the sun hitting your body with its glaze? Who does not wish to be in Spain experiencing beaches, witnessing rich architectural heritage, participating in the vibrant La Tomatina festival, or eating paella? Suppose you’re a US Green Card holder planning a trip to Spain for any purpose, this article will provide step-by-step guidance on obtaining a Spain Schengen Visa from Miami as part of our ongoing series of Spain Schengen visas for green card holders. If you prefer to handle only some of the visa process, sit back and consider outsourcing us. Get started by completing the form below.
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Do US green card holders need a Spain Schengen Visa?
US citizens don’t need a Visa to travel Spain for up to 90 days.
If you are a green card holder and your country of birth does not have a visa liberation agreement as per Schengen area free movement, you need a Spain visa.
Can B1/B2 visa holders apply for a Spain visa from the US?
No, B1/B2 visa holders can only apply for a Spain visa from their country of birth.
Who can apply for a Spain Schengen Visa from the BLS Miami?
- Permanent residents of Florida, Georgia, or South Carolina.
- If you are a tourist visiting Spain as your primary destination.
- If you travel to many Schengen countries, you must spend more time in Spain to apply here.
- If you spend equal time in multiple Schengen nations, your initial entry must be through Spain.
- You can apply 6 months before your travel date.
How to Book an appointment at BLS Miami?
Before visiting the center, make an appointment online through the official website of BLS Miami because walk-ins are not accepted. Ensure all personal information such as passport number, DOB, passport issue, and expiry date is accurate, as any mismatch could result in appointment cancellation.
What documents should be submitted at the Spanish consulate in Miami for a Spain Visa?
- Schengen Visa application forms – filled and signed by the applicant/parents in case of minors. Download your form here.
- Two recent passport-size color photographs of 2X2 inch, printed on matt/glossy paper in a white/off-white background as mentioned in Schengen visa Photo Specifications.
- Passport of your mother country.
- Driving License/Voter’s ID/State ID proving your physical presence in the US.
- Resident card/ EAD with advanced parole/ Visa stamp/Refugee travel document ensuring your return to the US and are valid at least 3 months after your return.
- Write a Cover letter mindfully, as it is the most important document.
- Itinerary for round trip flight reservations with applicant name, Booking ID, and flight number. Don’t book flight tickets until your visa is approved. Use our FlightGen app to make your itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation such as hotel reservations / Invitation letter by Host / Cruise Itinerary from the tour guide. Use our service to make temporary hotel bookings,
- Approved travel health insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 for the entire stay inside the Schengen area for emergency medical assistance. Get your pre-approved travel insurance below.
Additional documents
- Financial proof confirming enough funds throughout your trip, such as
- The account maintaining a minimum balance of $115 per day per person in the last 3 months or a minimum of $ 1,200 if the trip is less than 10 days
- The last 3 months’ bank statements
- If your trip is sponsored, please provide a Sponsorship letter along with the sponsor’s bank statements.
- Last year’s Taxes: W2,1099 & 1040 Form
- Proof of employment, based on the following scenarios
- Business Travelers: Get a letter from the US company describing your stay and purpose of the trip and an Invitation letter from the Span company.
- Retired: Provide pension statement issued by Social Security Administration.
- Employee: Submit leave approval letter from your company, last 3 pay stubs, and recent ITR
- Self-employed: Provide last 3 bank statements, recent ITR, and professional license if applicable.
- Students: Submit school ID card, F1 copy, or transcripts.
- Documents for Minors, such as
- Signed & accurately filled visa application forms by Parents/ Guardians along with their latest bank statements, pay stubs, tax forms, and Government ID’s.
- Birth certificate of minors
- Parents must provide a legal custody document if they are divorced.
- Notarized letter permitting travel signed by both parents
Visit the documents required for the Spain Schengen Visa for a more detailed explanation.
What is the visa fee for the Spain Schengen Visa at BLS Miami?
- Pay the visa fee by Cash / Debit card.
- Applicants are charged 20$ as a service fee, which includes tax.
- For short-term category visas, children below the age of 6 do not need to pay visa fees/ service charges.
| Tourist/Airport Transit/ Business / Transit visa for Seamen | 85.00 |
| Children between 6-12 years | 42.00 |
| Nationals of North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia | 37.00 |
| Nationals of Cabo Verde | 64.00 |
| Nationals of Cabo Verde (Children between 6-12 years) | 32.00 |
What other services does BLS VAC offer?
The VAC provides various “value add” services which are pricey. Therefore, we advise you to prepare all the paperwork before attending the interview.
| Photocopy | USD 0.50/page |
| Courier(In the city) | USD 35 |
| Courier (Out of City) | USD 35 |
| Photo Booth | USD 15 |
| Internet Kiosk | USD 10 |
| Form Filling | USD 10 |
| Prime Time Service | USD 70 |
| Flexi Hour Service | USD 35 |
| Premium Lounge | USD 60 |
| SMS | USD 5 |
What is the Spain visa application process at BLS Miami?
- Book your Appointment online.
- Download the Spain Visa Application form.
- Get your paperwork ready as per the Documents Checklist.
- Get your Cover letter, Flight Itinerary, Travel medical insurance, and Proof of accommodation.
- If your trip is sponsored, you need to provide a Sponsorship letter.
- For Minors, Issue a Parental authorization letter permitting travel.
- Fill out the visa collection acknowledgment notice, ensuring you have medical insurance for the trip and would not cancel before travel.
- Attend the interview with a hard copy of the application form, and minors must be accommodated to the interview by parents/guardians.
- Submit your paperwork and provide biometrics data.
- Pay the visa fee through cash or debit card
- Get your visa, once approved, usually takes 15 days.
How long does it take to get an approved Spain visa in Miami?
The processing time is 15 working days but may be extended in some cases due to additional security checks. To avoid delays, apply for a Visa at least 15 days before your planned trip.
Which Schengen visa should I apply for?
- Tourist Visa
- Transit Visa
- Business visa
- Visitor visa
- Diplomat visa
- Medical visa
- Student Visa
- Visa for Sports and Film Crew
- Spouse Visa
Why was my Spain Schengen Visa rejected?
Irrespective of the place you apply for a visa, there could be many reasons for visa rejection. Some of the common mistakes are
- Incomplete visa application form or mismatching details in the form as that of passport.
- Not providing detailed flight itinerary/proof of accommodation/ Travel medical insurance
- Not maintaining enough funds
- Any previous records of overstaying a visa.
- For any criminal records in the past
- Any health condition that is a risk to the public, e.g., Covid-19
- Expired passport
- Failed to follow any instructions given by the consulate or embassy.
- Producing fraudulent documents
- Not being clear about the details you gave during the interview
Where is the Spanish Consulate in Miami?
250 Catalonia Ave, Suite 706, Coral Gables, Miami 33134
Timings :
Inquiry and Collection Time – 15:00 to 16:00 hrs (Monday to Friday)
Submission Time – 08:30 to 13:30 hours (Monday to Friday)
Phone: +1-786-329-7199
Email: [email protected]