Spain Visa Applications at BLS Houston
Everything you need to apply for a Spain Schengen visa from Houston, United States — address, opening hours, fees in USD, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
BLS Houston
2500 West Loop South, 3rd Floor, Suite 350
Houston, 77027
United States
Phone & email specific to Spain visa enquiries
| Phone | +1 516-888-1169 |
| [email protected] |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Collection only after BLS International receives your processed visa back from the Spain consulate.
Spain visa fees in USD.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Spain consulate, and the BLS International service charge for handling your appointment.
$ — USD
ISO USDAll fees on this page are quoted in USD. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the Spain consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Adult (12 and above) $106.00
The standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for most applicants aged 12 or older.
Adult — reduced rate (visa-facilitation countries, 12+) $41.00
Reduced fee for short-stay Schengen visa applications by nationals of the countries listed below, under EU visa-facilitation agreements. Children of these nationals (aged 6–11 and under 6) apply free of the visa fee.
Applies to: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine
Child (6 to 11) $53.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 11 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
Cape Verde — Adult (18+) $71.00
Reduced rate for adult nationals of Cape Verde.
Cape Verde — Child (12 to 17) $35.00
Reduced rate for nationals of Cape Verde aged 12 to 17.
Cape Verde — Child (under 12) Free
Cape Verde children under 12 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
BLS International service charges
Operator's own fees, in addition to the embassy fee. Inclusive of VAT.
Service charge (per application)
$20.00Required, paid in addition to the embassy fee.
Cheapest case (non-exempt)
General fee + service charge
Reduced rate + service charge
Optional courier and notification add-ons sit on top. Some applicants apply free — see exemptions below.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years old (all nationalities) — also exempt from the BLS service fee for short-term visas
- Children of nationals from Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Ukraine, applying as visa-facilitation nationals
- Cape Verde children under 12
- Pupils, students and accompanying teachers on a school trip
- Researchers travelling to perform scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 or under attending seminars, conferences, sporting, cultural or educational events
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a Spain visa at BLS Houston?
BLS Houston is located at 2500 West Loop South, 3rd Floor, Suite 350, Houston, TX, 77027. Spain visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the Spain counter opening hours at BLS Houston?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00–14:00 (Submissions); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 15:00–16:00 (Inquiry & Collection).
How do I contact the Spain counter at BLS Houston?
You can reach the Spain counter at BLS Houston by phone +1 516-888-1169 or email [email protected].
How do I book a Spain visa appointment at BLS Houston?
Start your Spain visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at BLS Houston as part of the process.
Other visas processed at BLS Houston.
Other centres processing Spain visas in United States.
Ready to apply for your Spain visa?
BLS Houston handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.