Step-by-step guide
Let us walk you through the process
The first step is to determine which visa type you need, and check whether you’re eligible to apply for it.
You’ll also need to know the documents that you’ll have to submit along with your application, how long the application might take and fees you’ll have to pay.
Each application must comply with the guidelines applicable for your visa category.
If your documents are not in Spanish, you may need to get translations prepared before applying. You may use the translation service at the Visa Application Center.
Once you are ready to apply, you can download the visa application form, complete it, print the complete form and bring it with you to the Visa Application Centre (together with the documents required for the Visa category chosen) for submission.
Once you have filled your visa form, you need to book an appointment.
Once you have made your application, you will need to pay your visa application fee.
You will have to pay the Visa fee at the Visa Application Centre only in Cash.
You’ll have to submit your completed visa application form at the Visa Application Centre in person.
If you would like to receive detailed tracking information, you may be able to get updates by SMS sent directly to your phone.
You can also track your visa application status online. Use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your last name to access this service.
After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your passport from the Visa Application Centre or have your passport returned to you by courier for an additional fee.
Collecting your passport in person: bring the receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre and a form of Government identification. If permitted you may be able to send a representative to collect your passport; they will need to present a letter of authorization signed by you, bring the receipt issued to you by the Visa Application Centre and their Government identification.
Please check the Visa Application Centre opening time for the options available to collect your documents .
Ready to apply?
Start your visa process and then come back to VFS Global with your reference number to take advantage of the services on offer.
Additional Information
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