Spain Visa from India 2026 — BLS Centres, Fees & Docs
Last reviewed: 15 July 2026 · Verified against current VFS Global India fees
Spain uses BLS International, not VFS. Full 2026 guide: BLS centres, ~INR 9,599 fee, documents, jurisdiction split and processing time for Indians.
Quick answer: For a Spain tourist visa from India you apply for a Schengen Type C (short-stay) visa through BLS International — not VFS Global, which is the single most common mistake applicants make. Book at blsspainglobal.com, submit at a BLS Spain centre (New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar or Puducherry), and expect the government visa fee of about INR 9,599 for adults plus a separate BLS service fee of around INR 1,802.
Does Spain use VFS or BLS in India?
Spain does not use VFS Global. The Spanish Embassy and Consulate in India have appointed BLS International as their official outsourcing partner for visa applications. This trips up a lot of first-time applicants, because most other Schengen countries (Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland and more) do run through VFS. If you turn up at a VFS centre expecting to file a Spain visa, you will be turned away.
Common mistake: Booking a VFS appointment for Spain. Always book through the official BLS Spain portal at blsspainglobal.com. If a website or agent tells you Spain goes through VFS, that is a red flag.
Everything else about the visa follows the standard Schengen rules — same EUR 90 government fee, same 90-days-in-180 stay limit, same harmonised document list. It is only the application centre operator that is different.
Who needs a Spain Schengen visa?
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Spain for tourism, visiting family or friends, business or any short stay. A Spain Schengen Type C visa lets you stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Which country should you apply to? Apply to Spain only if Spain is your main destination (where you spend the most nights) or your first point of entry into the Schengen Area if your nights are split evenly. If you are spending more time in France or Italy, apply to that country instead — applying to the wrong country is a valid ground for refusal.
BLS Spain centres in India (2026)
BLS International operates Spain visa application centres across the following cities. You choose your centre based on your jurisdiction (see the next section), not simply the nearest city.
New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Jalandhar
Mumbai, Ahmedabad
Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Puducherry
For centre addresses, opening hours and how these compare with VFS locations for other countries, see our guide to VFS visa application centres in India — just remember Spain itself is handled by BLS, not VFS.
Which mission covers your city? (Jurisdiction split)
Spain has two decision-making missions in India, and your application is routed to the one that covers your state of residence. Booking under the wrong jurisdiction leads to your appointment being cancelled, so check this carefully before you book.
| Decision-making mission | Covers (broadly) |
|---|---|
| Embassy of Spain, New Delhi | North & East India — Delhi NCR, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Bihar, West Bengal, the North-East and other northern/eastern states |
| Consulate General of Spain, Mumbai | West & South India — Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry and other western/southern states |
State-to-mission mapping can be adjusted by the Spanish authorities. The BLS Spain portal shows the correct jurisdiction when you select your city of residence during booking — always confirm it there before paying.
Spain tourist visa fees from India (2026)
There are two charges: the government visa fee (set in euros, collected in INR at the mission's exchange rate) and a separate BLS service fee. Optional add-ons like courier, premium lounge and SMS are extra.
| Charge | Adult (12+) | Child 6–12 | Under 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government visa fee (EUR) | EUR 90 | EUR 45 | Free |
| Government visa fee (approx INR) | ~INR 9,599 | ~INR 4,799 | Free |
| BLS service fee (approx) | ~INR 1,802 | ~INR 1,802 | ~INR 1,802 |
The EUR 90 / EUR 45 / free-under-6 government fee has been uniform across all Schengen countries since 11 June 2024. The INR figures move slightly with the exchange rate, so treat them as close estimates and confirm the exact amount on the BLS payment screen.
Tip: Visa fees, once paid, are non-refundable even if the visa is refused. Get your file right the first time rather than reapplying.
Documents required for a Spain tourist visa
Spain follows the harmonised Schengen tourist checklist. Prepare the following, and carry originals plus one clear photocopy of each.
Core documents (everyone)
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
Issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond your return, with at least 2 blank pages. Plus a copy of the bio/address page.
Two recent biometric photos, 35×45 mm, white background, ~70–80% face coverage, not older than 6 months.
Personal letter explaining your trip, dates and itinerary.
Round-trip flight reservation and a day-by-day travel plan.
Confirmed hotel bookings for every city, or a host's invitation and proof of stay.
Valid across all Schengen countries for the full trip, minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage.
Personal bank statements for the last 3–6 months, bank-stamped (passbook copies not accepted).
Proof of employment / status
| Applicant type | Add these documents |
|---|---|
| Salaried employee | Last 3 months' payslips, employment/appointment letter, leave-sanction letter, ITR or Form 16 for the last two years |
| Business owner / self-employed | Company registration and GST certificate, ITR for the last two years, business bank statements |
| Retired | Pension statements for the last 3 months and/or proof of income from property or investments |
| Student | Enrolment certificate, No Objection Certificate from the school/university, and bank statements |
| Minor (under 18) | Birth certificate, both parents' passport copies, notarised parental consent if travelling without one or both parents |
Warning: Bank passbook photocopies are not accepted — you need proper bank-stamped statements. Weak or unexplained financial documents are a leading cause of Schengen refusals.
The mission always reserves the right to ask for extra documents, and submitting the listed documents does not by itself guarantee a visa. Never submit fake or "arranged" bank balances or forged bookings — a detection means a refusal on your record that follows you across all Schengen countries.
Appointment, biometrics and processing time
Here is the typical journey from booking to passport collection:
Create an appointment on blsspainglobal.com under the correct jurisdiction and city.
Submit documents and give biometrics (fingerprints + photo) at the BLS centre.
If you gave Schengen biometrics in the last 59 months, they may be reused — but the mission can still ask you to appear.
Collect your passport in person or by courier once a decision is made.
Processing time: Standard Schengen short-stay processing is up to 15 working days from the day the application reaches the mission (excluding the day of submission and courier transit). In peak summer season it can take longer, so apply early.
When to apply: You can apply up to 6 months before travel, and no later than 15 working days before your intended departure. Booking flights and hotels 6–8 weeks out is the safe window.
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Frequently asked questions
Spain uses BLS International, not VFS Global. All Spain Schengen visa applications from India are booked and submitted through BLS Spain at blsspainglobal.com. VFS does not handle Spain visas.
The government visa fee is EUR 90 (about INR 9,599) for adults and EUR 45 (about INR 4,799) for children aged 6–12, with children under 6 exempt. A separate BLS service fee of around INR 1,802 applies per applicant, plus any optional add-ons.
BLS Spain centres operate in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar and Puducherry. You choose your centre based on your jurisdiction, not just the nearest city.
The Embassy of Spain in New Delhi covers North and East India, while the Consulate General of Spain in Mumbai covers West and South India. The BLS portal shows the correct mission when you select your city of residence.
Standard processing is up to 15 working days from when the application reaches the mission, excluding the submission day and courier transit. Summer peaks can take longer, so apply 6–8 weeks ahead.
A signed application form, valid passport, biometric photos, cover letter, confirmed flights and accommodation, Schengen travel insurance with at least EUR 30,000 cover, bank-stamped statements, and employment or business proof appropriate to your status.
Yes. First-time Schengen applicants must give fingerprints and a photo in person at the BLS centre. If you provided Schengen biometrics in the last 59 months they may be reused, though the mission can still require you to appear.
You can apply up to 6 months before your travel date and no later than 15 working days before departure. Applying 6–8 weeks ahead is the safe window.
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Sherbir Singh GrewalDirector, Pro Lifeset Overseas Pvt Ltd · B.Tech, Information Technology (2007)
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