Requirements
- 1.Valid passport (valid for at least three months beyond the intended date of departure from the Schengen Area, issued within the last 10 years, and with at least two blank pages)
- 2.Schengen Visa application form, fully completed and signed
- 3.Two recent passport-sized photos (3.5x4.5 cm, white background)
- 4.Travel medical insurance (minimum coverage of €30,000 for emergency medical treatment and repatriation, valid throughout the Schengen Area)
- 5.Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter from host in Spain)
- 6.Proof of financial means (bank statements for the last 3-6 months, pay slips, sponsorship letter if applicable)
- 7.Round-trip flight reservation
- 8.Proof of employment/student status (employment contract, leave letter from employer, university enrollment letter)
- 9.For minors: birth certificate, consent letter from non-traveling parent(s), copies of parents' passports
- 10.Visa fee payment confirmation
- 11.Interview at the Spanish Embassy/Consulate in Tehran or VFS Global
Important Notes
Iranian citizens require a Schengen visa to enter Spain. The application process can be lengthy and requires extensive documentation. Processing times can be extended up to 45 days in some cases, especially if additional scrutiny or consultation is required. The visa fee is 80 EUR, which is approximately 80 USD, but subject to exchange rate fluctuations. Obtaining an appointment can be challenging. It's highly recommended to apply well in advance of the planned travel date.