You may apply from 6 months up to at least 15 days before travel. Apply early — at least 3-4 weeks ahead — especially during the summer peak season.

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🇵🇭PHILIPPINES

🇪🇸SPAIN (SCHENGEN)PH-ES

Do Philippines passport holders need a visa to visit Spain (Schengen)?

Q: Does ETIAS apply to Filipino travellers?

No. ETIAS (expected late 2026) is only for visa-exempt nationalities. Filipinos remain visa-required and must apply for a full Schengen visa.

Q: How long can I stay with a Schengen tourist visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, subject to the dates and entries on your visa sticker.

Q: Where do I apply in the Philippines?

At the official Spain Visa Application Centre operated by BLS International, with centres in Manila and Cebu. Book a biometrics appointment in advance.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

EUR 90 for adults (collected in pesos, around PHP 6,240) plus a BLS service charge of PHP 1,170, excluding insurance and optional services.

Yes — Philippine ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Spain for tourism. There is no visa-free entry, no visa-on-arrival, and ETIAS does not apply to you. Spain is part of the Schengen Area, and Philippine ordinary passport holders are on the Schengen visa-required list. You must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C, category C) visa before travelling, applied for in advance through the official Spain Visa Application Centre operated by BLS International in the Philippines (Manila and Cebu). The visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, not Spain alone. Apply at the consulate/centre of your main destination — Spain — if Spain is where you will spend the most days. The standard adult visa fee is EUR 90 (collected in pesos, around PHP 6,240 depending on exchange rate) plus a BLS service charge. Travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage is mandatory. ETIAS (the EU travel authorisation expected to launch in late 2026) does NOT replace your visa requirement: ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities, so Filipinos continue to apply for a full Schengen visa. Diplomatic and official/service passport holders are visa-exempt, but ordinary passport holders are not. Book your biometrics appointment early, especially in peak season (summer), as processing is officially 15 calendar days but commonly takes longer.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C / Uniform Schengen Visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult) + BLS service charge

consular fee only

Processing time

15 calendar days (official); often longer in peak season

standard track

Validity

Valid for the dates granted within the 90/180 limit; multiple-entry visas may be valid up to 5 years

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm purpose and main destination

Determine that your trip is short-stay tourism (under 90 days) and that Spain is your main destination (most days) or first point of entry, which makes Spain the correct country to apply to.

· Tourism· Type C

/02

Gather documents and travel insurance

Assemble passport, application form, photos, flight and hotel bookings, proof of funds, employment/business proof, and Schengen travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· 6-month passport validity

/03

Book an appointment at BLS International

Create an account and book a biometrics appointment at the official Spain Visa Application Centre (BLS International) in Manila or Cebu. Appointments fill quickly in peak season.

· BLS International· Manila / Cebu

/04

Attend the appointment and submit biometrics

Go in person to submit your application and documents, give fingerprints and a photo (biometrics), and pay the visa fee plus service charge.

· Biometrics· In person

/05

Pay fees and track the application

Pay EUR 90 visa fee (in pesos) and the BLS service charge, then track your application online and wait for the decision.

· EUR 90· Online tracking

/06

Collect passport and verify the visa

Retrieve your passport, check the visa sticker for correct dates, number of entries and duration, and ensure you respect the 90/180 rule on entry.

· Check sticker· 90/180 rule

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Passport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, issued within last 10 years, with 2 blank pages

required

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

required

Two recent biometric passport photos meeting ICAO standards

required

Travel medical insurance covering minimum EUR 30,000 for the whole Schengen Area

required

Round-trip flight reservation / itinerary

required

Confirmed accommodation for the full stay (hotel bookings or invitation)

required

Proof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements, payslips)

required

Proof of employment, business registration, or school enrolment

recommended

Cover letter explaining purpose and itinerary of the trip

recommended

Visa fee and BLS service charge (cash/card as accepted)

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Collected in pesos at current rate, around PHP 6,240

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Around PHP 3,120; free for children under 6

BLS service chargePHP 1,170VAT inclusive; per applicant, children under 6 exempt

Travel medical insurancePHP 1,500-4,000Varies by insurer and trip length; min EUR 30,000 cover

Total estimateEUR 90 + PHP 1,170 (about PHP 7,400 total) — About PHP 11,000+ including insurance and optional servicesincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing via BLS International

15 calendar days (official); often longer in peak season

Submit application with biometrics at the official Spain Visa Application Centre; standard route for all tourist applicants.

Early submission (up to 6 months ahead)

Apply 3 weeks to 6 months before travel

Schengen rules allow submission up to 6 months before the trip (15 days minimum); apply early to avoid peak-season delays.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Philippines is on the Schengen visa-required list

Filipino ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for the Schengen Area, so a visa must be obtained before travel to Spain.

High

/02

Spain is a full Schengen member

Entry follows uniform Schengen short-stay rules — the 90/180 day limit applies across all Schengen countries, not Spain alone.

High

/03

ETIAS does not apply to Filipinos

ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities; visa-required travellers like Filipinos continue to need a full Schengen visa.

Medium

/04

Only diplomatic/official passports are exempt

Visa exemption applies to Filipino diplomatic and service/official passport holders, not ordinary passports.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Philippines to Spain route verified

Confirmed via Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the official BLS Spain Visa Application Centre (Philippines), and the European Commission that Filipino ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen short-stay visa (EUR 90, 90/180 rule) and that ETIAS does not replace this requirement.

/09 — The questions