Spain Schengen Visa for Bangladeshi Citizens
Spain is one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations, famous for Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, and the Balearic Islands. For Bangladeshi passport holders, a Schengen visa is required to visit Spain — and the application is processed through BLS International in Dhaka, the authorized visa application centre for the Spanish Embassy.
Like all Schengen visa applications, you need to submit a flight itinerary showing your planned entry and exit from the Schengen area. A dummy ticket from EchoFlights is accepted — you do not need to buy an actual airline ticket before your Spain visa is approved.
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Spain Visa Types for Bangladeshi Applicants
Spain Tourist Visa (Type C)
The Spain tourist Schengen visa (Category C) allows visits for tourism, family visits, or short trips of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. It is the most commonly applied-for Spain visa from Bangladesh. You need a round-trip flight itinerary, hotel bookings, travel insurance, and proof of financial means.
Spain Student Visa (National Visa — Type D)
If you have been accepted to a Spanish university or language school for a program longer than 90 days, you need a national long-stay visa (Type D). This requires your university admission letter, proof of enrollment fees paid, and a flight itinerary for your planned arrival. Student visas are submitted directly at the Spanish Embassy in Dhaka, not through BLS International for long-stay applications.
Spain Business Visa (Type C)
For attending business meetings, trade fairs (such as MWC Barcelona), or conferences in Spain, the short-stay business Schengen visa requires an invitation letter from the Spanish company, your business registration documents from Bangladesh, and a round-trip flight itinerary.
Spain Visa Requirements for Bangladeshi Passport Holders
The following documents are required for a Spain Schengen tourist or business visa submitted through BLS International:
- Completed Schengen visa application form (signed and dated)
- Valid Bangladeshi passport with at least 3 months of validity beyond the intended stay
- Two recent passport photos (35mm × 45mm, light background)
- Round-trip flight itinerary — dummy ticket accepted
- Hotel accommodation bookings for the full duration of stay
- Travel insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage valid for all Schengen countries
- Bank statement for the past 3–6 months
- Employment letter or business registration proof
- No-objection certificate (NOC) from employer or institution
- Income tax returns (TIN certificate and last assessment year returns)
- Cover letter explaining purpose, itinerary, and intent to return to Bangladesh
BLS International Spain Visa Process in Bangladesh
Spain visa applications for Bangladeshi citizens go through BLS International, the authorized partner of the Spanish Embassy in Dhaka. Here is how the process works:
- Book an appointment — Visit the BLS International website and schedule a visa appointment for the Spanish Embassy. Slots can fill up several weeks in advance during summer and year-end periods.
- Prepare your documents — Compile all required documents. Get your dummy ticket from EchoFlights and make sure all dates across documents are consistent.
- Attend BLS International — Visit the BLS International visa application centre in Dhaka on your appointment date. Submit documents and provide biometrics.
- Pay the visa fee — The Schengen visa fee is €80 (approximately 9,500–10,000 BDT) plus BLS service charges.
- Track your application — BLS International provides a tracking number so you can monitor your application status online.
- Collect your passport — Processing typically takes 10–15 working days, after which you collect your passport from BLS International.
Spain Tourist Visa vs Student Visa — Comparison Table
| Factor | Spain Tourist Visa (Type C) | Spain Student Visa (Type D) | Spain Business Visa (Type C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Submitted via | BLS International | Spanish Embassy directly | BLS International |
| Maximum stay | 90 days / 180 days | Duration of studies (1+ years) | 90 days / 180 days |
| Flight itinerary type | Round-trip required | One-way acceptable | Round-trip required |
| Hotel bookings required | Yes — full stay | University accommodation or rental | Yes — business trip duration |
| Bank balance requirement | €50–100 per day | Proof of scholarship or sufficient funds | Company sponsorship letter |
| Processing time | 10–15 working days | 4–8 weeks | 10–15 working days |
Flight Routes from Bangladesh to Spain
There are no direct non-stop flights from Dhaka to Spain. All routes involve at least one connection. Common options include:
- Dhaka (DAC) → Dubai (DXB) → Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN) — via Emirates
- Dhaka (DAC) → Doha (DOH) → Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN) — via Qatar Airways
- Dhaka (DAC) → Istanbul (IST) → Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN) — via Turkish Airlines
- Dhaka (DAC) → Paris (CDG) → Madrid (MAD) — via Air France (see our Dhaka to Paris flights)
- Dhaka (DAC) → Abu Dhabi (AUH) → Madrid (MAD) — via Etihad Airways
EchoFlights covers all these connecting routes using real airline schedules, so your dummy ticket shows a realistic itinerary with actual layover times and flight numbers.
Tips for a Successful Spain Visa Application
Submit Your Application to the Right Country
For Schengen visas, you must apply at the embassy of your main destination country. If Spain is your primary destination (most nights spent there), apply at the Spanish Embassy via BLS International. If you are transiting through another Schengen country for most of your stay, apply there. Applying at the wrong embassy is a common mistake.
Spanish Language Proficiency for Student Visas
If applying for a student visa to attend a Spanish-language program, you may need to show your DELE (Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera) certificate or proof of enrollment in a language school that accepts beginners.
Travel Insurance Must Cover the Full Period
Your travel insurance must be valid from your first day of entry into the Schengen area to your last day of exit. Many Bangladeshi applicants buy insurance that starts on a different date from their flight — this is a common reason for rejection. Align insurance dates exactly with your dummy ticket dates.
Bank Balance and Sponsorship
Spain generally expects approximately €65–100 per day of stay. If you are being sponsored by a family member or employer, include a sponsorship letter with bank statements from the sponsor. Student visa applicants may show scholarship letters instead.
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