RESIDENCE RENEWAL FOR STUDENTS

I-INTRODUCTION

To remain in Spain legally during this entire training stage, like any non-EU foreign citizen, it is necessary to process a Stay Authorization for Studies.

This authorization is characterized by the fact that it lasts for one year and, like any other permit, it can be renewed once it expires.

II-RENEWAL OF THE STUDENT CARD

Legally, the renewal of the student card is known as the Extension of authorization to stay for studies, it is an annual extension of this authorization to carry out studies, student exchanges, non-work internships or volunteer services in Spain. The annual extension of the stay of family members of foreigners staying for studies, student exchange, non-work internships or volunteer services is also authorized.

III-REQUIREMENTS TO RENEW THE STUDENT CARD

They are the following :

-a-Not be a citizen of a State of the European Union, the European Economic Area or Switzerland, or a family member of citizens of these countries, to whom the Union citizen regime applies.

-b-Have no criminal record in Spain or in their previous countries of residence for crimes existing in Spanish law.

-c-Not being prohibited from entering Spain and not appearing as rejectable in the territorial space of countries with which Spain has signed an agreement in this regard.

-d-Have sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of stay and return to their country and, where appropriate, those of their family members, in accordance with the following amounts:

-d1-For its support.

-d2-For the support of their families.

-e-Have public or private health insurance that covers the risks normally insured for Spanish citizens.

-f-In the case of minor students who are not accompanied by their parents or guardians, their authorization.

-g-Prove that the specific requirements regarding the activity for which you were authorized to remain in Spain continue to be met (see the corresponding information sheet).

-h-Have passed the tests to continue their studies, or continue with non-work practices or continue volunteer services. This requirement may be accredited through carrying out studies or research in the territory of another Member State of the European Union, within the framework of temporary programs promoted by the Union itself.

IV-TIME AT WHICH THE STUDENT CARD MUST BE RENEWED

Like any card, the permit must be renewed to be able to remain in Spain legally.

Here there are two deadlines :

-a-Within 60 calendar days prior to the expiration date of the authorization.

-b-It may also be presented within 90 calendar days, without prejudice to the initiation of the corresponding sanctioning procedure.

V-SUBSEQUENT APPLICATION FOR THE PHYSICAL STUDENT CARD

Request for a physical copy-Within one month from the notification, the foreigner must personally request the foreigner's identity card at the Immigration Office or Police Station of the province where the authorization has been processed.

Fingerprint processing - At the time of the fingerprint processing, the applicant will show his or her passport or travel document and provide :

-a-Application for a foreigner card, in official form.

-b-Proof of payment of the card fee.

-c-Three recent color photographs, on a white background, passport size.