Spanish Consulate Houston
Spain Student Visa 2026

Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and south-central states.

Typically 1–3 weeks after appointment.

Texas Secretary of State in Austin. Mail-in 1–5 business days; in-person faster.

Either is accepted. Texas DPS check covers state records.

Approximately USD 80–90.

Yes — book your appointment as early as possible, especially if aiming for a summer or autumn start. Houston is one of the faster US consulates but slots can fill during peak periods.

Start 10–12 weeks ahead of your intended Spain start date. FBI checks (if used) take 4–8 weeks. Texas DPS state checks are faster. The Houston consulate itself processes in 1–3 weeks, making the overall timeline shorter than some US consulates.

Private health insurance valid in Spain for your full study period, with no excess or co-payment. US domestic plans including ACA plans are not accepted. A Spain-specific international policy is required.

Yes — up to 30 hours per week with work authorisation included in your student visa. Your immigration specialist can add this to your Houston application from the start.

Processing takes 1–3 weeks. Once approved, collect your passport with the visa and enter Spain within the validity period. Within 30 days of arrival, register for empadronamiento and book your TIE card appointment.

Yes — our immigration specialists support clients applying through the Houston consulate, handling document preparation, form completion in Spanish, translation, and full application review.

The Spanish Consulate in Houston covers Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. Residents of other US states should apply at the Spanish consulate that has jurisdiction over their state of residence.