NOTE:
For students who already have a passport, please check BEFORE coming abroad that your passport is not due to expire and that it will be valid for the full length of your stay.
DO I NEED A PASSPORT TO STUDY IN SPAIN ?
Yes, no matter how long you plan to spend abroad it is your responsibility to obtain a passport. If you need help obtaining a passport, you can contact the study abroad office at UW-Platteville.
DO I NEED A VISA TO STUDY IN SPAIN FOR THE SPRING OR FALL TERM ?
Yes, you are required to have a student visa. It is your responsibility to obtain one but you can always contact the study abroad office at UW-Platteville and they will help you obtain one.
DO I NEED A VISA TO STUDY IN SPAIN FOR THE SUMMER OR WINTERIM TERMS ?
No, you will only need a visa if you plan on staying in Spain for more than 90 days.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I LOSE MY PASSPORT ?
If you lose your passport or it gets stolen at any point whilst you are abroad you will need to go to the Police Department and file a report. You will then have to take this report to the Embassy who will give you a temporary passport until you can have a new one issued.