Spain Schengen Visa Application Process & Requirements In Kenya

Application & Identification:

• Visa Application Form
  Ensure the visa application form is fully completed and signed.

• Passport
  Submit your original passport, valid for at least three (3) months after your return date, issued within the last ten (10) years, and containing a minimum of two blank pages.

• Previous Passport
  Include your previous passport if the current one was issued within the last three years.

• National ID
  Attach a clear photocopy of your Kenyan national ID card, showing both the front and back.

• Passport Photograph
  One recent color passport-size photo (45mm × 35mm) taken against a white background is required.

Travel History & Fees:

• Previous Visas
  Submit clear copies of any UK, US, Canada, Australia, and Schengen visas issued within the past three years.

• Visa Fee Payment
  Include proof of payment for the visa application fee.

Residency Requirements (Non-Kenyans Only):

• Kenyan Residence Permit
  A copy of your valid Kenyan residence permit, with at least three months’ validity beyond your travel dates.

• Reason for Applying in Kenya
  A written explanation outlining why you are applying for a Spain visa in Kenya if you are not a Kenyan resident.

Travel Arrangements:

• Flight Itinerary
  A preliminary flight reservation showing your intended travel dates.

• Travel Itinerary
  A detailed travel plan is required if you will be visiting more than one Schengen country.

• Accommodation Confirmation
  Confirmed hotel or apartment reservations covering the entire duration of your stay.

• Invitation Letter (Family or Friends)
  If visiting relatives or friends, submit a certified invitation letter issued by the Spanish Police.

Insurance & Financial Evidence:

• Travel Medical Insurance
  Insurance coverage of at least €30,000, valid for the entire stay, covering medical emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation.

• Personal Bank Statements
  Original bank statements for the last three months, stamped by the bank ( Must include a filled bank statement verification form)

• Payslips
  Copies of payslips from the last three months.

• Proof of Sufficient Funds
  Evidence showing €90 per day and a minimum total of €815 for the trip.

Employment & Income:

• Employer Letter
  A signed letter from your employer confirming:

  • Job position

  • Salary

  • Employment terms

  • Approved leave dates

  • Purpose of travel

  • Employer contact details

• Self-Employed Applicants
  Submit your KRA PIN certificate, business registration documents, and business bank statements for the last three months.

• Retired Applicants
  Proof of pension payments or other retirement income.

Proof of Ties to Kenya:

• Documents demonstrating strong ties to Kenya, such as:

  • Marriage certificate

  • Property title deed

  • Tenancy agreement

Additional Requirements for Minors:

• Birth Certificate
  The child’s original birth certificate along with a copy.

• Parents’ Identification
  Copies of both parents’ ID cards and passports.

• Parental Consent Letter
  A notarized consent letter from both parents, or from the non-travelling parent.

• Legal Custody Documents
  A custody order where applicable, especially if:

  • A parent is deceased, or

  • The guardian is not a biological parent.

• School Confirmation Letter
  A letter from the school indicating:

  • Child’s details

  • School holiday dates

  • Parents’ names

  • School contact information

• Group Travel Details
  A complete list of group members and the supervising adult if the minor is travelling as part of a group.

• Invitation Letter for Minors
  A certified invitation letter if the minor is visiting family or friends in Spain.