Spain Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Spain. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via BLS International Manila/Cebu. Spain has significant Filipino community (~50,000 — historical colonial ties, mostly in Madrid, Barcelona — domestic workers, caregivers). Special arrangement: Filipinos may apply for Spanish citizenship after 2 years residency (vs 10 for others).

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Spanish National D (>90 days): Work (Highly Qualified, Salaried), Study, Family Reunification, Non-Lucrative (passive income), Digital Nomad (EUR 2,646/month), Agricultural Worker quota, Au Pair, Golden Visa (under reform). Spain-PH bilateral agreement allows Filipino citizenship after 2 years residency.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In PHPPHP 6,039

Minimum bank balance~USD 110/day (EUR 100)

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 days within 180-day period.

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 Manila/Cebu (Spanish Embassy Manila direct)

Application centreBLS International

Processing time15-21 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

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Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 100/day for first 10 days)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Carta de Invitación)

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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

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation / Carta de Invitación (notarized invitation); Bank statement (3-6 months); Employment letter; ITR (BIR 2316); PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Biometrics at BLS Manila/Cebu.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Filipinos (~15-25%): (1) Insufficient funds — Spain has specific EUR 113/day minimum; (2) Weak ties to Philippines; (3) Family ties in Spain (~50K Filipino diaspora) raise migration flags; (4) Past Schengen overstays; (5) Spanish citizenship after 2 years incentivizes migration — extra scrutiny; (6) Carta de Invitación not properly notarized; (7) Inadequate insurance; (8) Hospitality sector migration concerns; (9) Direct embassy in Manila; (10) Filipino domestic worker recruitment fraud to Spain (DMW POLO Madrid).

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Spain, 5th Floor ACT Tower, 135 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City 1251, Philippines

Phone+63 2 7798 8585

Emailemb.manila@maec.es

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Spain visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

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

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Spain (Single entry). Apply via BLS International Manila/Cebu (Spanish Embassy Manila direct).

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

The Spain visa fee is USD 99 (about PHP 6,039). 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 15-21 working days. 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 Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Spain visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Spain visa via BLS International Manila/Cebu (Spanish Embassy Manila direct). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.