Last updated 6 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Internship visa with hosting agreement (max 180 days) D, PCA Spain
Internship visa with hosting agreement (max 180 days) — what you need to know
Intended for foreigners who have obtained a higher education degree within two years prior to applying for residence authorization in Spain (maximum validity 180 days), or who are currently pursuing such a degree and wish to travel to Spain to carry out internships under a host agreement.
The process is initiated by the host organization, which submits the residence authorization application for the internship
The internship must be carried out in the same academic field and at the same qualification level as the degree obtained
Family reunification is not provided
Process: the host organization submits the authorization application (Mercurio) → authorization approval (20 days) → application for a national D visa at the consulate → entry into Spain → TIE card application within 1 month
The applicant's means: from €600 per month in 2026
The authorization does not grant a general right to work outside the agreed program
No labor market test is required
The authorization grants the right to reside and work within the internship program
The internship period counts at 50% towards permanent residence
The internship permit allows a change of status to a work residence permit
No job offer or employment contract is required
Eligible individuals:
- Recent graduate
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 10 days to 1 month. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
D
Type of visa
National visa
Category
Work visas