Study in Spain from Pakistan

Checked October 9, 2026 against official sources

Spain draws Pakistani students with relatively low public-university fees, a warm climate, and a strong international reputation, especially as Europe's favourite Erasmus+ destination. Hundreds of degrees are taught fully or partly in English, and learning Spanish, one of the world's most spoken languages, adds career value. New immigration rules let students work part-time, and graduates can stay for up to two years to find a job or start a business.

Work while studyingHigher-education students may work (employed or self-employed) up to 30 hours per week, compatible with their studies, without a separate work permit

Work after graduationResidence permit for job search or entrepreneurship: up to 24 months (non-extendable) after completing at least a bachelor's-level (EQF level 6) degree

Why Pakistani students choose Spain

More than 800 degrees taught fully or partly in English at Spanish universities
Public university bachelor's tuition of roughly EUR 700-1,800 per year
Student stay permit allows work of up to 30 hours per week without a separate work permit
Graduates can stay up to 24 months to look for work or start a business
Official degrees are recognised across the European Higher Education Area

What it costs

Living costs: Barcelona · Madrid (daily food, transport and rent estimates).

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Student visa and English

According to SEPIE, Spanish universities offer more than 800 degrees taught wholly or partly in English, including 80 bachelor's and 322 master's programmes taught 100% in English.
You must have health insurance with an insurer authorised in Spain, offering cover similar to the Spanish National Health System, to get the student stay permit.

Steps to study in Spain

Search official degrees on the Ministry's QEDU or RUCT databases, or SEPIE's search tools for English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes.
Apply directly to the university and get an admission letter for a full-time programme leading to a degree or certificate.
Pay the enrolment or registration fees, as proof of payment is required for the permit.
Get health insurance from an insurer authorised in Spain and gather proof of funds (100% of the IPREM per month for yourself).
Obtain a police clearance certificate for the last five years and have non-Spanish documents translated by a sworn translator.
Apply for the student visa in person at the Spanish embassy or consulate in Pakistan at least two months before your course starts; tourist visas cannot be converted into student visas in Spain.
Travel to Spain, enrol at your university and complete any registration the immigration authorities require for your stay.

Frequently asked questions

How much money do I need to show for a Spanish student visa?

Spain's immigration rules require funds equal to 100% of the IPREM (Spain's public income index) for each month of your stay, unless your accommodation is already paid for the whole stay. Family members need 75% of the IPREM for the first person and 50% for each additional person. Check the current IPREM amount with the Spanish embassy.

Can I work while studying in Spain?

Yes. Under the immigration regulation in force since 2025, higher-education students are automatically allowed to work, employed or self-employed, as long as it is compatible with their studies. Work is limited to 30 hours per week, and exceeding this can end your permit.

Can I stay in Spain after my studies?

Yes. Graduates with at least a bachelor's-level degree can apply for a residence permit to look for work or start a business for up to 24 months, which cannot be extended. You apply online from 60 days before to 90 days after your student permit expires, with health insurance and enough funds.

Can my family join me in Spain?

Yes, family members can apply to accompany you. They stay for the same period as you, need health insurance and must be covered by your funds. However, family members of students are not allowed to work while they hold this permit.

Can I study in Spain in English?

Yes. Spanish universities offer more than 800 degrees taught fully or partly in English. SEPIE runs search tools for English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes. Many programmes are still taught in Spanish, so check the language of instruction for your course.

Official study portal

Amounts in PKR use today's exchange rate. Rules change; always confirm on the official pages linked here before you apply.