Because Europe’s rich culture is unmatched, it’s no surprise that every year, more and more people want to visit the beautiful continent. If you’re one of these people who want to travel around Europe, then you may want to look at getting a Spanish student visa. The process is pretty straightforward, and it really gives you hassle-free access to so many different countries around Europe. In this article, we go over the different ways a Spanish student visa can allow you not only to live in Spain, but also to travel around Europe.
Travel around Europe
Thanks to the free movement perks of being part of the European Union, Spanish student visa holders can travel without any hassle to other European countries that are part of the Schengen Area. Not only will you not have to apply for a visa to visit a country that is part of the Schengen area, but also, flights to and from Schengen countries are relatively cheap.
This is a great advantage of having a Spanish student visa. It comes with a set of advantages. Now, let’s go through a few of them.
Travel around Europe: Advantages of the Spanish student visa:
The Spanish student visa comes with big advantages.
Firstly, it is pretty straightforward to apply for. You can consult the website of the Spanish Embassy in your country to find the list of requirements you will need to bring to your Spanish visa appointment.
Second of all, it allows you to work a certain number of hours a week. Thanks to the new Spanish immigration law, anyone on a Spanish student visa can apply for an authorisation to work up to 30 hours per week. Previously, the weekly cap was just 20 hours. However, now, non-EU students with this document can do more and, therefore, earn more. Just remember that the most important condition is that your working hours do not interfere with your studying hours.
Thirdly, the Spanish student visa allows you to travel around the Schengen area, which is what we will be focusing on in this article. So, let’s get to the travel advantages of having a Spanish student visa.
Travel perks of the Spanish student visa: No visa, no problem (within the Schengen Area)
With a Spanish student visa, you don’t need to apply for a separate visa in order to travel to another country, as long as that state is part of the Schengen Area. This means that you side-step an entire visa application process. And, as any traveller knows, some embassies can have really long turnaround times, depending on the country. So a Spanish student visa really saves you time, energy, and money.
Travel perks of the Spanish student visa: Hassle-free trips
Countries that are part of the Schengen Area allow people to travel freely. What does this mean? Well, this basically means that there is no need for you to go through immigration. Now, let’s face it. Nobody likes the hassle of having to queue for an immigration officer to check your papers and put a stamp on your passport. Depending on the time of your flight as well as its duration, it can be quite stressful and time-consuming.
Also, during peak travel months, these lines can get pretty long. However, with a Spanish student visa, if you are travelling to a country within the Schengen Area from another country under the same agreement, your trip is “fast-tracked.”
Travel perks of the Spanish student visa: It’s relatively cheap
Travel around Europe is so much easier, especially when you’re already in Europe. For instance, you can literally take a bus from Paris to Brussels. Or, you can take a train from Geneva, Switzerland to Milan, Italy. Flying, which is way faster, is also an option. And the best part? It’s relatively cheap!
If a Europe trip has been on your bucket list, then a Spanish student visa may just be your answer. Plus, it gives you a longer period of time to see the European countries that are on your list.
For example, if you take the EBC Road2Spain programme, you get a one-year Spanish student visa with a Cervantes Institute Spanish school. This means that you have one year of this kind of “fast-tracked” access to countries in the Schengen Area. You could travel from Spain to a country of your choice on long weekends and over the holidays. After all, we’re talking about a whole year.
Also, keep in mind that a lot of airline companies have really nice sales that allow you to grab really cheap tickets!
Another great thing about the EBC Road2Spain programme is that it comes with either a Trinity CertTESOL course or a Trinity CertPT course that will certify you to teach English as a foreign language. Because these certifications are accepted and recognised by the British Council, which works in over 100 countries all over the world, you will essentially be securing yourself a teaching job in Spain that could sponsor your travels.
Travel reminders for Spanish student visa holders
Now that we’ve gone over some key advantages of having a Spanish student visa, let’s quickly go over a few important things to remember. Here are some things to keep in mind when travelling with a Spanish student visa:
- Remember to check if the country you’re travelling to is part of the free travel zone. After all, a country can be geographically part of the European continent, but not necessarily part of the Schengen Area. Some European countries may still only let you in with a visa.
- Double-check the entry requirements of the country you will be travelling to. Whether it’s a vaccination certificate or a different document, be up-to-date to avoid any hassles.
- As always, pay attention to your baggage size and weight–especially when it comes to irresistibly cheap flights. Sometimes, they can come with a catch, such as only being allowed to bring a backpack that fits under your seat.
A Spanish Student visa package that allows you to travel and earn
Now that we’ve gone over the travel benefits of having a Spanish student visa, the question is, how can you get one? Well, the EBC Road2Spain is your answer! It’s simple and straight-forward. You get a one-year Spanish student visa and either a Trinity CertTESOL or a Trinity CertPT course. You will get TEFL and TESOL certification, so you will be able to teach in Spain as you study Spanish. Basically, with the Road2Spain programme, you will be able to learn, teach, earn, and travel.
Enrol with us today, so you can book your ticket to Europe already!
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