Spain Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

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Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaYes

Data verified 7 August 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Spain. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 102.92). Processing: Schengen C: minimum 21 calendar days (official BLS Bangladesh guidance: 'may be delayed depending on case to case'). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 -- directly confirmed on the official BLS International Bangladesh site as BDT 12,793 visa fee + BDT 2,402 BLS service charge (~USD 103 visa fee equivalent). Applications routed via BLS International Dhaka; Embassy of Spain in Dhaka handles student/work visa categories directly (outside BLS).

Visa types: Schengen C visa: Tourist, Business, Family/Friends Visit, Transit, Cultural/Sports, Medical. National D visa: Student, Worker, Family Reunification, Long-term Residence, Researcher, Non-Lucrative Visa, Digital Nomad Visa. GOLDEN VISA (Investor) PROGRAMME FULLY ABOLISHED 3 April 2025 -- all investment routes discontinued (real estate EUR 500k+, business shares EUR 1M+, bank deposits/funds EUR 1M+, government bonds EUR 2M+); applications filed before the deadline remain protected/renewable, but no new applications are accepted in any category.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen C) / BDT 12,793 + BDT 2,402 BLS service charge

In USDUSD 103

In BDTBDT 12,793 (visa fee only, per BLS)

Minimum bank balance~USD 1119 (EUR 1017)

Service feeBLS service fee: USD 20-30 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodBLS International Dhaka (Schengen); Embassy of Spain Dhaka directly for Student/Work D-visas

Application centreBLS International

Processing timeSchengen C: minimum 21 calendar days (official BLS Bangladesh guidance: 'may be delayed depending on case to case')

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (EUR 113/day proof + EUR 1,017 entry)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (or Carta de Invitación)

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Carta de Invitación signed at Police)

Invitation Letter Conditional Conditional (signed at Police HQ)

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size35 × 45 mm · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application via Spain visa portal; Appointment at BLS International Dhaka; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation OR Carta de Invitación (signed at Police HQ); Bank statement (EUR 113/day proof + EUR 1,017 entry); Employment letter; For Student: admission + funding proof + accommodation.

Visa types (5)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 102.92) 21 calendar days minimum (official BLS Bangladesh page)

Schengen (C) visa confirmed directly on official BLS Bangladesh site: BDT 12,793 visa fee (~EUR 90) + BDT 2,402 BLS service charge, separate line items.

Business Spanish Schengen Type C (Business)

Multiple EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15 working days

Spain Schengen C Business Visa. Apply if Spain is main destination or first Schengen entry point. NOTE: Spain uses BLS International (not VFS) for BD visa processing. Significant BD diaspora ~100K in Spain creates regular family/business travel.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 102.92) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Bangladeshi passport holders changing planes airside at a Spain airport en route to a non-Schengen third country.

Student Spain National D Estudios (Long-Stay Student)

Single EUR 80 (~USD 93.03) 6-12 weeks

Spain National D Estudios — Long-stay Student Visa. Universidad Complutense Madrid, Universidad de Barcelona, IE University, UAM, UPM, Universidad de Sevilla popular. Many Master's programmes in English; undergraduate mostly Spanish-medium.

Work Spain Cuenta Ajena Initial Work Visa / Highly Qualified Worker

Single EUR 96 (~USD 109.78) 3-6 months

Fee figure unchanged from prior verification (not independently re-confirmed this cycle -- USD/BDT recomputed to current FX only). Key policy update: Spain's irregular-migrant regularisation ('arraigo') routes were significantly reformed by Royal Decree 1155/2024, effective May 2025.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections: (1) Spain moderately strict on BD - lower rejection than France/Germany; (2) Insufficient EUR 113/day + EUR 1,017 entry funds (highest in Schengen); (3) Weak ties to BD; (4) Carta de Invitación must be signed at Police HQ in Spain - common rejection; (5) For Student: admission + housing proof; (6) Golden Visa real estate route closed April 2025.

Good to know

Spain visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Spain with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for Spain (Single entry). Apply via BLS International Dhaka (Schengen); Embassy of Spain Dhaka directly for Student/Work D-visas.

How much does a Spain visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The Spain visa fee is USD 103 (about BDT 12,793 (visa fee only, per BLS)). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Spain visa?

Typical processing for a Spain visa is Schengen C: minimum 21 calendar days (official BLS Bangladesh guidance: 'may be delayed depending on case to case'). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Spain on this visa?

A Spain visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Spain visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your Spain visa via BLS International Dhaka (Schengen); Embassy of Spain Dhaka directly for Student/Work D-visas. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.