VISA INFORMATION

Spain eagerly welcomes visitors from overseas. Anyone wishing to travel to and enter Spain must have a valid passport and/or the appropriate Spanish Visa. Below are general guidelines and not definitive statements of the law. Since conditions may vary, we recommend that you contact your local Spanish Consulate or Embassy for more information on these requirements. A list of Spanish consulates and embassies in your place of residence can be found at www.spain.info.

All U.S., U.K., and Canadian citizens, including infants, need only a valid passport to enter Spain for stays up to 90 days.

European Union (EU) citizens

Citizens of the EU may enter Spain with a valid identification card (ID) or passport. Minors travelling with their ID card must have a document that shows parental authorization.

Non-European Union foreigners

Most non-EU foreigners need a Visa to enter the country. Citizens from the following countries may only require a valid passport to enter Spain if they are not staying longer than 90 days.

Citizens from any other country require a valid passport and must request a Visa from the Spanish Consulate of your country of residence. We suggest you apply for the Visa well in advance (two months prior to your departure) to ensure that details are confirmed for the Conference.

Please note that the Spanish authorities may request documents showing where you will stay, confirmation of an organized tour, return air tickets, tourist circuit or a personal invitation letter. You may also be asked to show proof of having enough financial resources to support yourself during your stay in Spain.

If travelling with a minor, you may be required to provide proof of your relationship and/or permission from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.