Spain visa for Saudi citizens

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Saudi citizens require a Schengen short-stay visa to travel to Spain, including the Balearic Islands of Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera. The visa is obtained from the Spanish consulate or the visa centre it uses in the country of residence. This page summarises the process for a tourist visit to these islands.

What the visa status means

Saudi Arabia is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, meaning its nationals must hold a visa for short stays in the Schengen area. A Schengen visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. It covers travel to Spain and other Schengen countries for tourism, business or family visits.

The visa does not permit paid work or study. For stays longer than 90 days, a national visa or residence permit is required. Always check the official Spanish consulate website for the latest rules before applying.

Before you travel and at the border

Apply for the visa well before your planned departure. The application is submitted in person at the Spanish consulate or visa centre in your country of residence. Documents include a valid passport, completed application form, travel insurance, proof of accommodation and return flights.

At the border, present the visa and passport. Border officers may ask for proof of sufficient funds and the purpose of the visit. The visa is valid for the Schengen area, so you can enter Spain directly or via another Schengen country.

Arriving on the islands

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) and Menorca Airport (MAH) are the main entry points for those islands. Formentera has no airport; fly to Ibiza, then take a ferry from the port of Ibiza to La Savina. Mallorca is a transit point only for connecting flights or ferries to the other islands.

When arriving, ensure your passport is stamped on entry. The visa allows free movement within the Schengen area, so you can travel between the islands by ferry or domestic flight without additional checks. Check the current ferry schedules and flight timetables before travelling.

Staying longer, working or studying

A Schengen short-stay visa does not permit paid employment or formal study. For work, study or residence longer than 90 days, you need a national visa or residence permit. Apply at the Spanish consulate in your country of residence before travelling.

Check the official website of the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the consulate for the specific requirements. Rules change, so always verify the current procedure. The Balearic Islands follow Spanish national immigration law.

How to apply

1. Determine which Spanish consulate or visa centre covers your place of residence.
2. Book an appointment at that consulate or visa centre.
3. Prepare the required documents: passport, application form, travel insurance, accommodation proof, flight itinerary and financial means.
4. Attend the appointment in person to submit documents and provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph).
5. Wait for the decision; the consulate may request additional information or an interview.
6. Collect the visa or have it sent to you, then travel to Spain within the visa's validity period.

Documents

• Valid passport with at least two blank pages, issued within the last ten years.
• Completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
• Travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000 for medical emergencies.
• Proof of accommodation: hotel bookings or a letter of invitation.
• Round-trip flight itinerary or proof of travel plans.
• Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay, such as bank statements.

ETIAS and EES: new EU entry systems are being introduced. Check travel-europe.europa.eu before you travel.

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