How to apply for an extension of a short stay
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When can an extension of a short stay (without a visa) be authorised in Spain?
An extension of a short stay in Spain (without a visa) may be authorised when exceptional circumstances or reasons justify it.
An extension of stay in Spain may be authorised for purposes other than work or residence for nationals of countries whose citizens are not required to obtain a visa to enter Spanish territory.
What law governs extensions of a short stay (without a visa) in Spain 2018?
The main legislation governing extensions of a short stay in Spain in 2018 is:
- Organic Law 4/2000, of 11 January, on the rights and freedoms of foreign nationals in Spain and their social integration (Article 30).
- Regulations implementing Organic Law 4/2000, approved by Royal Decree 557/2011, of 20 April (Article 32).
What are the requirements for an extension of a short stay in Spain?
The requirements for authorisation of an extension of a short stay in Spain are:
- Not be a citizen of an EU Member State, the European Economic Area or Switzerland, or a family member of a citizen of one of these countries to whom the EU citizens’ regime applies.
- Not be subject to grounds for an entry ban, expulsion or return.
- Have sufficient means of subsistence for the requested extension of stay.
- Have travel insurance that covers medical expenses and repatriation associated with an accident or sudden illness throughout the requested extension of stay.
- Guarantee return to the country of origin or admission to a third country. For example, a ticket in the applicant’s name with a confirmed return date before the requested period of stay ends.
- Provide evidence of exceptional reasons for requesting the extension.
What documents are needed to apply for an extension of a short stay?
The documents needed to apply for an extension of a short stay in Spain are:
- Application form (EX-00) submitted in duplicate (download it from the Ministry’s website).
- Full passport or travel document valid beyond the requested extension period.
- Provide evidence of the exceptional reasons cited in support of the extension request.
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the period for which the extension is requested.
- Travel medical insurance with the same coverage as that required for the visa application and valid for at least the requested extension period.
- Proof of return to the country of origin: a confirmed return ticket for a specific date.
Where do you apply to extend a short stay?
You can apply to extend a short stay at the Immigration Office, the relevant higher police headquarters or the police station in the area where you are staying.
Who can submit an application to extend a short stay?
A foreign national in Spain with a short-stay permit.
When should you apply to extend a short stay?
You must apply to extend a short stay before the authorized 3-month period expires.
When do you pay the fee to extend your stay?
The fee to extend your stay must be paid before the extension is granted. It becomes payable when the application is accepted for processing and must be paid within 10 working days.
Which fee form applies to an extension of a short stay, and how much does it cost?
The fee form for extending a stay is 790, Code 052, if the application is processed by the Immigration Office, or Form 012 if it is processed at a police station. The fee is 16,81 euros, plus an additional 1,05 euros for each day the stay is extended.
What happens if your application to extend your stay is refused?
If an application to extend a stay is refused, the decision will require the applicant to leave Spain. They must do so before the initial stay period ends or, if that period has already expired, within the period set out in the decision, which cannot exceed 72 hours.