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Visa & Immigration

We Handle the Visa โ€”
You Focus on Your Future

Our immigration consultants guide you through every step of the Spanish and Portuguese student visa process โ€” so nothing gets missed and nothing gets delayed.

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Portugal

Student Visa (Type D)

Requirements

  • University acceptance letter
  • Proof of financial means (~โ‚ฌ760/month)
  • Valid passport
  • Health insurance
  • Accommodation proof
  • Clean criminal record certificate

Timeline

Apply via VFS Global or Portuguese Consulate. Processing: 4โ€“8 weeks

Post-Arrival

AIMA registration ยท NIF (tax number) ยท Local health centre registration

Post-Study

2-year job-seeker permit. Permanent residency pathway after 5 years.

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Spain

Student Visa (Type D)

Requirements

  • University enrolment letter
  • Proof of funds (~โ‚ฌ600/month)
  • Valid passport
  • Health insurance with Spanish coverage
  • Accommodation proof
  • Clean criminal record

Timeline

Apply at Spanish Consulate in home country. Processing: 4โ€“6 weeks

Post-Study

2-year post-study work authorisation. EU residency pathway after 5 years.

The Process

Your Visa Journey, Step by Step

01

Receive your university offer letter

Your journey begins with an official acceptance from your chosen Spanish or Portuguese university.

02

Our consultants prepare your full document pack

We compile every required document โ€” financial proof, insurance, accommodation, criminal record certificate, and more.

03

Book your consulate appointment

We guide you through the VFS Global or consulate booking process in your home country.

04

Submit your visa application

Your complete application is submitted with confidence โ€” nothing missing, nothing delayed.

05

Receive your visa approval

Processing typically takes 4โ€“8 weeks. We track your application and keep you informed throughout.

06

Travel to Spain or Portugal

Your consultant briefs you on arrival procedures, what to expect at the airport, and your first steps.

07

Register on arrival โ€” NIF/NIE, housing, health

We handle your local registration, tax number, health centre, and full city orientation from day one.

08

Begin your studies

You arrive prepared, registered, and ready to focus on what matters โ€” your education.

09

Activate your post-study work permit

After graduation, we guide you through the 2-year post-study work authorisation process.

After You Arrive

Post-Arrival Support

NIF/NIE registration
Housing guidance
Health system registration
Bank account setup
City orientation and welcome support
SIM card setup

Ready to Start Your Visa Process?

Talk to an Immigration Consultant