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Spain visa · Kochi, Kerala
Spain Visa from Kochi, Kerala
Planning a holiday or family visit to Spain? The Spain Schengen visa is handled by BLS International, which has a centre in Kochi. Visa Xpert prepares your checklist, forms and file, and books your appointment.
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Spain visa at a glance
- Who it is forTourists and family or friend visits, up to 90 days in any 180
- Centre in KeralaYes – BLS International Kochi
- Visa fee₹9,599 adults (€90) + ₹1,802 BLS charge
- Talk to usCall +91 89211 53604 or WhatsApp
Quick answer
A Spain Schengen tourist visa lets you stay up to 90 days in any 180. You can apply in Kerala: BLS International has a Spain centre in Kochi. The visa fee is ₹9,599 adults (€90), plus the BLS service charge ₹1,802 (incl. 18% GST); waived for children under 6. Typical documents: passport, application form, 3 months' stamped bank statements, ITR for recent years, leave letter or business proof, flight and hotel bookings, and travel insurance of at least €30,000. Visa Xpert, Kochi prepares and checks the full file.
Spain visa: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official visa | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) for tourism, issued by Spain |
| Apply through | BLS International – official BLS site |
| Centre in Kerala | ✓ BLS centre in Kochi BLS International Kochi: Incuspaze, Oberon Mall, Padivattom, Edappally – submission Monday to Friday 08:00–13:00, passport collection 16:00–17:00 |
| Decided by | Consulate General of Spain, Mumbai (covers Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Maharashtra and more) |
| Visa fee | ₹9,599 adults (€90) · ₹4,799 children 6–12 · free under 6 |
| Service charge | BLS service charge ₹1,802 (incl. 18% GST); waived for children under 6 Visa fee and BLS charge in cash or demand draft (bring proof for NEFT/RTGS/IMPS) |
| Visa Xpert service charge | ₹3,000 per person Our consultancy fee for preparing and checking your file – separate from the visa fee and the VFS/BLS charge |
| Processing time | 15 calendar days from the day after submission; up to 45 days if more checks are needed |
| When to apply | Mumbai jurisdiction: travel must be at least 15 calendar days after submission; apply up to 6 months ahead |
| Application form | Official Schengen form filled online and printed – handwritten forms are not accepted (since 4 November 2024) |
| Length of stay | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
Fees, centres and rules as published on the official BLS and embassy pages, checked on 24 October 2026. Rupee amounts follow the exchange rate and can change, so we confirm the latest before you apply.
Spain tourist visa document checklist
Based on the current BLS and embassy checklists for applicants in India. The embassy can ask for more, so we confirm the list for your profile before you apply.
Application & passport
- Schengen form completed and signed (a parent signs for minors); errors in the form mean it is not accepted
- One recent colour photo, light background, face clearly visible
- Passport valid 3 months after leaving Schengen, issued in the last 10 years, 2 blank pages
- Copies of the biometric page, previous visas and stamps from your current and last passport
Trip documents
- Cover letter explaining the visit
- Round-trip flight booking (don't buy tickets until the visa is granted)
- Hotel bookings for the full stay, or an invitation letter from a Spanish resident issued by the Spanish police
- Travel insurance front page only: at least €30,000, whole stay, all Schengen countries
Proof of funds
- Original stamped and signed bank statements for the last 3 months (yours and your sponsor's)
- ITR-V or Form 16 for the last 2 years (yours and your sponsor's)
- Salary slips for the last 3 months, if employed
- Self-attested PAN card copy
- Sponsor: original signed letter stating what they will pay and how much, plus proof of relationship
Proof of residence
- Utility bills from the last 6 months with your name and address, or a lease or house deed, showing you live in the Mumbai consulate's area (Kerala is included)
Minors
- Form signed by both parents
- Notarised authorisation signed by both parents
- Self-attested copies of both parents' passports
- Submitted by the legal representatives
Good to know
- Your jurisdiction depends on where you have lived for the last 6 months, not where your passport was issued.
- Since 4 March 2026 Indian citizens do not need an airport transit visa to connect through Spain to a non-Schengen country.
- Refused? You can appeal to the Mumbai consulate within 1 month through any BLS centre.
How we help with your Spain visa
- Right country & categoryWe check that Spain is your main Schengen destination and that tourism is the right category.
- Checklist & documentsA checklist for your profile, plus a review of bank statements, ITR, leave letter and bookings.
- Forms, insurance & bookingsOnline form, cover letter, itinerary, approved travel insurance and visa-friendly flight and hotel reservations.
- Appointment & submissionWe book your BLS International Kochi appointment and guide you through submission and biometrics.
Spain visa: frequently asked questions
Is there a Spain visa centre in Kerala?
Yes. BLS International has a centre in Kochi that accepts Spain visa applications (submission Monday to Friday 08:00–13:00, passport collection 16:00–17:00). Book the appointment online before you go.
What is the Spain visa fee from India?
₹9,599 adults (€90) · ₹4,799 children 6–12 · free under 6. On top of this you pay the BLS service charge ₹1,802 (incl. 18% GST); waived for children under 6.
How long does a Spain Schengen visa take?
15 calendar days from the day after submission; up to 45 days if more checks are needed. Mumbai jurisdiction: travel must be at least 15 calendar days after submission; apply up to 6 months ahead.
How much bank balance do I need for a Spain visa?
There is no fixed minimum for most countries. The embassy checks that your 3-month bank statements, ITR and income comfortably cover your trip and that you have steady ties to India. We review your statements before you apply.
Is there a Spain visa centre in Kochi?
Yes. BLS International, Spain's visa partner, has a centre at Oberon Mall, Edappally, Kochi. Kerala applications are decided by the Consulate General of Spain in Mumbai.
Can Visa Xpert guarantee my visa?
No consultant can guarantee a visa. We make sure your application is accurate, complete and well documented, which gives you the best possible chance. The decision is made only by the embassy.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS, BLS or the embassy?
No. Visa Xpert is an independent visa consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with VFS Global, BLS International, any embassy or any government.
How do I get started?
Call or WhatsApp +91 89211 53604 with your travel dates. Our office is at North Mulloth House, Ravipuram, MG Road, Kochi, Kerala.
Official sources
- BLS International – Spain visa in India (Short Term Visa)
- Consulate General of Spain, Mumbai – Schengen visas
Last checked: 24 October 2026. Requirements, fees and processing rules change, so we confirm the latest for your case before you apply. Visa Xpert is an independent consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with the Embassy of Spain, VFS Global, BLS International or any visa centre.
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