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Long-Term Intensive 20 in Salamanca - Spain
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Long-Term Intensive 20

Long-Term Intensive 20 is our Spanish long-term academic program. The Long-Term Intensive 20 Spanish Program is for those wanting a flexible program that provides language tuition while allowing the full experience of linguistic immersion with extra time to explore the city and culture.

This program consists of 20 group classes each week, which are held generally during the morning in small groups with a maximum of 8 students and an average of 6 students per class. Classes focus on oral expression and comprehension, as well as written communication and interaction; all of which are key components of learning and becoming fluent in a new language.

Following an oral and written placement test that you will complete on your first day at the school, you will be placed in classes that correspond to your correct Spanish level. Classes for every level start every Monday. At the end of the program you will receive a certificate documenting your progress, hours completed, and level of proficiency achieved.



Practical Information
  • Start dates: Any Monday, year round.
  • Lessons of 55 minutes per week: 20 group classes
  • Duration: from 12 to 53 weeks
  • Levels: All levels, from A1 (Beginner) to C2 (Superior)
  • Maximum Students per Class: 8 students
  • Average Students per Class: 6 students
  • Hours of the Classes: Mornings (9:00-13:00) or afternoons (15:00-19:00)
  • Prices: From 165€/week
Levels that you can achieve with this course

It varies from person to person, but in general, students complete level A1 in 3 weeks of Intensive classes, A2: 4 weeks, B1: 6 weeks, B2: 8 weeks, C1: 10 weeks and C2: 12 weeks or more.

Long-term programs with holidays
Special packets of Intensive 20 classes + holidays

Price per packet
3 months 12 weeks Intensive 20 + 3 weeks holidays 2340 €
6 months 24 weeks Intensive 20 + 6 weeks holidays 3960 €
9 months 32 weeks Intensive 20 + 8 weeks holidays 5280 €
12 months 40 weeks Intensive 20 + 10 weeks holidays 6600 €

STUDENT VISAS: Before Entering Spain

STEP ONE: MAKE A VISA APPOINTMENT

Contact your local Spanish consulate or embassy and make an appointment for your visa. The Spanish consulate that corresponds to you can be found here.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • You must go to the Spanish consulate that corresponds to where you are a legal resident. For example, in the US, your consulate is assigned to you based on the state in which you live.
  • Some consulates are busier than others, and the time to the first available appointment can vary from days to months. At your visa appointment, you must present the official documents we provide you with. We will email you these documents after sending the acceptance email.
  • The date of your visa appointment is important. Once your visa is issued, you must enter the Schengen Area within 90 days. For example, if your visa is issued on September 1, you must enter a country in the Schengen Area by November 30. Often, an ideal time to get a visa appointment is in mid- to late September. However, processing times at each consulate can vary from a week up to three months, which should be considered when booking the visa appointment.

STEP TWO: GATHER IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

Gather all the necessary documents before your visa appointment. Some documents may need to be translated into Spanish by an official translator, while others require the Hague Apostille. Check with your consulate for specific requirements. You can find a list of official sworn translators here (the list is organized by the original language and where the translator is physically located).

The following documents are generally required to obtain a student visa. However, you need to confirm the specific requirements at your consulate:

  • Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one empty page for the visa.
  • Visa application form and passport-size photos.
  • An official visa letter certifying admission to our Intensive 20 program or any of the special packets, including Intensive 20 + holidays. (Provided by Cervantes Escuela Internacional after we have accepted your booking)
  • A health insurance policy covering medical expenses and repatriation in the case of accident or sudden illness for the entire period of the stay in Spain.
  • A letter from a doctor stating that the applicant does not suffer an illness that poses a threat to public health following international health regulations. This letter should be stamped and on the doctor's or health center's letterhead.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means during your stay. For example, an official bank statement or a notarized letter from your parents accepting financial responsibility for you.
  • A criminal record certificate issued by the authorities of your country of origin or any country in which you have lived for six months or longer during the past five years.
Again, this is a general list of required documents. You should check with your consulate for specific requirements.
STEP THREE: GO TO YOUR VISA APPOINTMENT

Arrive at your appointment early and with all the required documents and copies.

STEP FOUR: GET YOUR VISA

At your appointment, you should ask how your passport and visa will be returned to you, as each consulate works differently.

The busiest time for consulates is summer when they process a high volume of visas for students coming to Spain in the fall. This process could take up to six weeks or more.

Visa FAQ

HOW APPLYING TO THE STUDENT VISA FROM WITHIN SPAIN

Short Answer: While technically possible for citizens of countries like the USA, Australia, or Japan, we strongly advise against this option. Due to the strict 2026 immigration regulations, applying from within Spain is extremely risky. We highly recommend completing the process at the Spanish Consulate in your home country before traveling.

Why we discourage applying after your arrival:

  • The Deadline Trap: New regulations require you to submit your application at least 30 days before your tourist stay expires AND at least 2 months before your course start date. For most travelers, meeting both deadlines upon arrival is nearly impossible.
  • Document Obstacles: You must have your original Criminal Record Check (Apostilled) and a valid Medical Certificate with you. If any document is missing or contains an error, you will likely run out of legal tourist days before you can fix it, forcing you to leave the country.
  • Complex Digital Filing: Applications within Spain must be filed electronically via the government’s official platform, which requires a Spanish Digital Certificate that is difficult for newcomers to obtain quickly.
  • No Work Rights: Please note that for Spanish Language schools, the student visa does not grant an automatic right to work. You must prove you have sufficient funds to cover your entire stay upfront.

Conclusion: To ensure a stress-free start to your studies and avoid the risk of being denied, please book an appointment at your local consulate well in advance.

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WHAT HAPPENS IF I ARRIVE LATE FOR MY PROGRAM DUE TO VISA ISSUES?

When applying for your visa, remember that the course starting date is flexible and can be changed depending on visa requirements. Send a provisional booking indicating the estimated starting date you would like for now (you can start our classes any Monday year-round). Then, if necessary, you can postpone the program if your visa is delayed. 2 weeks' notice is required.

CAN I ENTER SPAIN BEFORE THE DATE POSTED ON MY VISA?

Entering or leaving Spain a few days before/after your student visa is in effect won’t be a problem if you are from the countries listed below*. Just be sure that when you enter the Schengen Area, you get your passport stamped. If, for some reason, an immigrations officer doesn’t stamp your passport (this is rare, but does occasionally happen), please be sure to keep your boarding passes and the paid receipt for your flight. You would need them to get your Spanish student residency card. *These countries are: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Holland, Honduras, Hong Kong and Macao (China), Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

CAN MY WIFE/HUSBAND AND CHILD/CHILDREN ACCOMPANY ME?

Yes, your immediate family members can accompany you while you are studying in Spain. Each family member must apply for a separate visa and can apply for a non-Lucrative visa. An individual appointment may be needed to present their visa application. We recommend checking with the consulate to see what their procedure is. Remember to bring a copy of your marriage certificate and/or birth certificates with you to Spain because Spanish police will need to see them to issue your family members their residency cards.

ONCE I GET TO SPAIN, HOW DO I GET MY STUDENT RESIDENCY CARD?

We will give you the document to apply for the NIE on our school office during your first week of classes.

DO YOU KNOW IF I WILL BE LEGALLY ABLE TO WORK OR DO AN INTERNSHIP WITH A STUDENT VISA?

Work Authorization: No. Under the current 2026 regulations, student visas for Spanish language courses do not include an automatic right to work. Automatic work authorization (up to 30 hours per week) is exclusively reserved for students enrolled in Higher Education degrees (University or Advanced Vocational Training). If you are studying at a language school, you are expected to have sufficient private funds for your stay.

Internships: You may only perform an internship if it is strictly academic and curricular, meaning it must be a mandatory part of your specific study program and officially recognized by your school. Since most general Spanish courses do not include a mandatory internship module, this option is generally not available for language students.

Recommendation: If your goal is to work while living in Spain, we recommend exploring Higher Education programs or Vocational Training (FP) that officially include work rights in the visa.