Welcome
MEET THE TEAM!
Meet the Fulbright Spain team that will manage and administrate your grant this year.
The following videos are intended as general guidance to support your understanding of the visa process and other essential topics. For the most complete and up-to-date information, please refer to the official Fulbright Spain Pre-Departure Guide: https://spain.fulbright.es/predeparture-guide/visas/
VISA PROCESS
Introduction to the Visa Process
This video is for all visa applicants
What type of visa do I need for my stay in Spain during my grant?
Student visa documentation / Over 180 days
This video is for applicants for visas over 180 days
What type of visa do I need if I am going to be in Spain for more than 180 days (6 months)? What documents do I need to obtain it?
Student visa documentation / Up to 180 days
This video is for applicants for visas up to 180 days
What type of visa do I need if I am going to be in Spain for less than 180 days (6 months)? What documents do I need to obtain it?
Visa Appointment
This video is for all visa applicants
What steps should I follow to submit my visa application? Will I have an in-person, or mail-in procedure? What documents do I need to obtain before that?
Background Check (over 180)
This video is for applicants for visas over 180 days
Where do I get my Background Check? Is it needed for my family members? How can I speed up the process? What’s the authentication procedure?
Apostille of the Hague
This video is for all visa applicants
What is the Apostille of the Hague? Where can I get it for my background check? What documents do I need to submit?
Document Translations
This video is for all visa applicants
What’s the process for translating the Apostilled Background Check? Where can I find certified translators? What are the additional steps for those applying through the consulates in Houston or Los Angeles?
Medical Certificate (over 180)
This video is for applicants for visas over 180 days
How can I obtain the bilingual Medical Certificate? How is it different from the Fulbright Program’s Medical History and Examination Form managed by IIE?
HEALTH CARE
Introduction: Health Care, Travel, and Housing
This video is for all visa applicants
What do I need to know about Health Care, Travel, and Housing in Spain?
Making a Health Care Plan
This video is for all visa applicants
When should I start to think about my health care? What do I do if I take medication? Are all medications available in Spain? Can I ship medication from the U.S.?
Health Coverage: ASPE, ASISA, and ASPE Assist
This video is for all visa applicants
What Healthcare benefits are available to me while on the Grant in Spain? Which is my primary health insurance plan and how should I prepare to take care of my mental health as I move abroad?
Travel and Housing
Booking My Flight
This video is for applicants for visas over 180 days
When should I purchase my flight? Where should I arrive? When will I have the Travel Allowance wired to me?
Booking My Flight - For Senior Scholars
This video is for applicants for visas up to 180 days
When should I purchase my flight? Where should I arrive? When will I receive the Travel Allowance? (This information is specific to Senior Scholars).
Housing: an Overview
This video is for all visa applicants
How does the housing market work in Spain? Is Fulbright in charge of my housing? Should I book an apartment now?
FIRST STEPS IN SPAIN
Banking in Spain
This video is for all grantees
When should I open a Spanish bank account? What documents do I need to do so?
Communication
This video is for all grantees
What should I know about using my U.S. smartphone in Spain? How can I get a mobile phone plan? Can I receive packages and mail in Spain?
Documentation in Spain
This video is for applicants for visas over 180 days
What other important documents should I secure upon arrival in Spain? What is the process for getting fingerprinted (Toma de Huellas) in Spain? What is the TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) and how do I obtain it?
For Grantees Coming With Children
This video is for all grantees
What should I know about the education system in Spain? How can I find suitable childcare or schools for my children?
FINDING ACCOMMODATION IN SPAIN
Housing: The Basics
This video is for all grantees
How does housing work in Spain? What type of housing is recommended? Should I book temporary accommodation before finding a permanent place?
Housing: Visiting Apartments
This video is for all grantees
How do I book an appointment to see a room or apartment to rent in Spain? What should I keep in mind when looking at potential accommodations?
Housing: Signing the Lease
This video is for all grantees
What can I expect in terms of paying a deposit? Will my landlord ask for proof of economic means? How can I avoid scams?