BBA - Bachelor of
Business Administration
Before coming to study at any of EU Business School's four campuses, it is essential to establish whether visas or other official permits will be required for studying in Spain, Switzerland or Germany.
Students should contact the embassy or consulate of the country where they will be studying for the most up-to-date information on visa requirements. We recommend that a minimum of three months is allowed for procuring visas and other essential official documentation.
EU’s Admissions Services department can provide advice and support throughout the entire process.
Visas & Permits
For a comprehensive list of visa and permit requirements, documents and procedures, please see the campus-specific information below.
Before coming to Barcelona, it is essential to find out whether a student needs a visa to enter, travel and study in Spain. There are many requirements to fulfill in order to receive a visa and, depending on your country of origin, it may take up to three months. Therefore, it is important to start early and allow enough time for the consulate or embassy to process the request. The visa must be issued in the student's home country and is only valid for 90 days.
Students will not need a visa if they are:
- A citizen of the European Union in possession of a valid European Union identification card or passport
- Staying in Spain for three months or less
If the above criteria do not apply, students will need a visa before arriving in Spain. They must apply at the Spanish embassy or consulate general in their home country or country of residence, as the visa will be affixed to their passport before they depart. This must be presented to immigration officials upon their entry into Spain. Within 30 days of arrival, all international students must register as residents and apply for either the Número de Identidad de Extranjero (NIE) or Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero (TIE).
We strongly recommend that students complete all documents necessary for the application process as soon as possible. Spanish translations of all documents are also required.
- Completed visa application forms
- Four passport-size photos (stapled onto each copy of the application)
- Medical certificate issued within the last three months
- Final acceptance documents from EU Business School Barcelona and photocopies
- Proof of health insurance
- Passport valid for six months before the date of application and photocopies
- Background check issued within the last three months
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Spain
- Proof of accommodation in Barcelona
Please bear in mind that the visa requirements may change. Therefore, we recommend that students contact their local Spanish embassy or consulate general to ensure that the requirements are up to date.
Please note:
Each visa application is reviewed individually, therefore the supporting documents may vary. The embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents at any time. The submission of the above documents does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Submission of an incomplete set of documents will lead to a refusal of your visa application. Once a visa has been issued, the purpose of the trip may not be altered. Please note that there is no such thing as an urgent or express visa.
Registering as a resident (all students):
Students wishing to pursue studies in Barcelona (whether European Union or non-European Union students) MUST register as a resident in the city. The process is called empadronamiento and students can register at their nearest city hall. Once registered, EU citizens need to apply for the NIE and non-European Union citizens must apply for the TIE by booking an appointment at the Comisaría General de Extranjería y Fronteras.
Working on a student visa in Spain:
Students with a valid student residence permit are allowed to work in Spain part-time.
Please contact EU’s Admissions Services to receive detailed information about the process and to double check all paperwork.
For more information, please refer to: https://info.euruni.edu/student-services-barcelona
