Last updated 11 August 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Residence visa for EU training and research D, RUE Spain
Residence visa for EU training and research — what you need to know
Intended for foreign holders of a doctorate or a higher education qualification that grants access to doctoral programs, who have been selected by a research entity to carry out research activities.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 1 year
Consular fee
€80 (~$93)
How does this visa work?
What documents are required to apply for the visa?
What must be prepared?
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
What additional documents may be required?
*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
Do you have any questions?
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