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title: Spain visa for citizens of Australia
description: Citizens of Australia can visit Spain without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Spain visa for citizens of Australia

Citizens of Australia can visit Spain without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay may be requested at border.

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for entire stay plus 3 months.
2. **Book travel and accommodation** — Arrange flights and lodging for your stay.
3. **Travel to Spain** — Present passport at border; no visa required for stays up to 90 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Australian Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): May be requested by border officers.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statements or cash may be requested.
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but strongly advised for Schengen travel.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Approximately €100 per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Credit cards
- Cash

Schengen border officials may ask for proof of funds; no set minimum but common guideline.

## Good to know

- ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is planned for implementation in the future; currently not required.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 3 months beyond stay)** — Ensure passport validity exceeds stay by at least 3 months.
- **Previous overstay in Schengen area** — Comply with 90/180-day rule strictly.
- **Inadequate proof of sufficient funds or onward travel** — Carry evidence of funds and return/onward ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Australia need a visa for Spain?

Citizens of Australia can visit Spain without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Australia stay in Spain?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Australia need for Spain?

Valid Australian Passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel insurance (recommended).

### How long must my passport be valid for Spain?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Spain visa for every passport](/visa/spain)
- [Every destination for Australia passport holders](/visa/passport/australia)