Visiting Spain is an exciting opportunity for many. For Pakistani citizens, traveling to Spain requires obtaining a Schengen Visa, which also allows access to other Schengen countries. Although we don’t handle Schengen visa applications at the moment, this guide will help you through the process.
Do Pakistani citizens need a Spain Schengen Visa?
Yes, Pakistani citizens need a Schengen Visa to travel to Spain. This visa allows short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for purposes such as tourism, business, or visiting family.
It also grants access to all other Schengen countries during the visa’s validity period.
Learn more about the Spain Schengen Visa
Here are all the countries you will be able to visit in the Schengen zone:
How to apply for a Spain Schengen Visa from Pakistan
Here’s what you need to do to apply for a Spain Schengen Visa from Pakistan:
1.Complete the visa application form: Download the Schengen visa application form from the Spanish embassy website.
2.Gather the required documents:
- Valid passport: It needs to have been issued in the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond your departure.
- Two recent passport-sized photos: These must meet Spain Schengen Visa requirements.
- Travel insurance: You need a minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies.
- Proof of accommodation: This can be hotel bookings or a letter of invitation from your host.
- Proof of financial means: You can use bank statements from the last 6 months.
- Flight reservation: Provide proof of return travel dates
3.Book an appointment: Schedule your visa appointment at a BLS Spain Visa Application Center in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore.
4.Submit your application: Attend your visa appointment, submit all required documents, and provide biometric data (fingerprints and a photograph). You may also need to attend an interview.
Processing the visa application takes approximately 15 days, but it can extend up to 30 or even 60 days in busy periods or when additional documentation is required.
Spain embassy in Pakistan
For consular services or further questions, you can contact the Spanish Embassy in Islamabad:
Address: Street 6, Diplomatic Enclave, G-5, Islamabad
Phone: +92 51 208 87 77