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Student visa and residence in Alicante

With its university, its language schools and its easy seaside rhythm, Alicante is a wonderful place to study. If you are a non-EU student planning to stay more than 90 days, you will need a student visa before you travel and a student NIE and TIE once you have arrived on the the Costa Blanca.

What to gather first

  • An acceptance letter from your school or university in Alicante
  • Evidence that you can support yourself throughout your stay
  • Private health insurance that is valid across Spain
  • A criminal record certificate and a medical certificate
  • The student visa, obtained at the Spanish consulate before you fly

Once you land

Within 30 days of reaching Alicante you register your fingerprints and apply for the student TIE. We help you put the file together and secure the appointment, so your first weeks are spent settling in rather than queuing.

In Alicante

The Alicante office sets the pace for the student visa across the Costa Blanca. Our team books your appointment, checks your documentación, and walks you through the day itself.

Frequently asked questions

For courses longer than 90 days the student visa must be obtained at the Spanish consulate in your home country before you travel. The NIE is a separate matter and can be started from home — online providers such as Gestoraz do exactly that.

In certain cases yes, dependants can join you, though the requirements vary; we are happy to look at your particular situation in Alicante.

Ready to get your NIE in Alicante?

Fill in our short application form and we will be in touch within one business day. No queues, no guesswork.