Spain Transit Visa
For travelers connecting through Spanish airports or making brief stops. Quick and simple process for airport transit and short layovers.
Who Needs a Transit Visa?
Travelers from certain countries transiting through Spain
Connecting flights with layovers requiring airport exit
Overnight stays in transit areas
Multiple airline transfers requiring re-check
Transit Without Visa (TWOV)
Many travelers can transit through Spanish airports without a visa if staying in the international transit area and continuing within 24 hours.
Transit Visa Details
Processing: 7-15 days
Validity: Single or double entry
Stay Duration: Up to 5 days
Area: Airport transit zone only
Transit Visa Types
Airport Transit Visa (ATV)
For travelers who need to pass through the international transit area of Spanish airports.
- • Stay in airport transit area only
- • No entry into Spanish territory
- • Valid for specific flight connections
- • Usually required for certain nationalities
Short Stay Transit
For travelers needing to leave the airport during layovers or overnight stays.
- • Allows exit from airport
- • Stay up to 5 days in Spain
- • Can visit nearby areas
- • Requires accommodation booking
Required Documents
Travel Documents
- • Valid passport
- • Confirmed flight tickets
- • Visa for final destination (if required)
- • Travel itinerary
Application Materials
- • Completed visa form
- • Recent passport photos
- • Transit visa fee
- • Supporting documents
Additional (if leaving airport)
- • Hotel reservation
- • Travel insurance
- • Financial proof
- • Return flight confirmation
Smooth Transit Through Spain
Don't let transit visa requirements disrupt your travel plans. We'll help determine if you need a transit visa and handle the application process quickly.