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Long-term Spanish courses in Spain

Stay for three months, six months or a year: the longer you study, the more Spanish you use every day, and the weekly price usually falls. Pick a destination, a length and an accommodation to see the full price for each course.
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How a long stay works

Long-term courses suit a gap year, a sabbatical or career break, or simply a longer stay in Spain. You can start from zero, and most schools take students at every level. If you are planning to study a degree at a Spanish university, see our university pathway courses instead.

  • Start dates. Many courses start on a Monday, and some have fixed start dates. Each course shows its dates.
  • Holidays. Many long-term programmes let you take a week off every now and then. The conditions depend on the school.
  • Changing city. Schools with several locations, for example Don Quijote and Enforex, usually let you combine cities.
  • Accommodation. Host families, shared flats and residences are normally available, often at long-stay rates. Use the accommodation chips above the list to see the full price.
  • Level. There is normally no minimum level.

Choose your length

About three months. A first serious block of study, with courses of around a trimester.

About six months. A popular choice for a sabbatical or career break.

Nine months. Roughly an academic year, a good fit if you want to work towards a DELE exam alongside your classes.

A year. The full-immersion option, with annual programmes in several cities.

The lengths offered depend on the school, so the length selector above only lists lengths you can actually book.

What a long stay costs

The prices on the cards are course fees, with the mandatory fees included. Choose a length and an accommodation above the list and the card shows the total for your trip, split into course and accommodation. Flights, meals, insurance and living costs are not included.

Longer courses normally cost less per week than short ones, because schools set lower weekly rates for longer stays. Whether registration fees, course books and exam fees are included depends on the school, so please check the course page or ask us. For tips on costs and housing, see the guides below.

Guides for planning a long stay

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Do I need a visa?

It depends on where you are from and how long you stay.

  • EU and EEA citizens do not need a visa to study in Spain.
  • Citizens of the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and many other countries can normally stay in Spain for up to 90 days within any 180 days without a visa. For a course longer than that you usually need a student visa. The school provides the enrolment letter for your application, and we can help with the paperwork. Neither the school nor we can guarantee that a visa is granted: the decision is always the consulate’s.

Entry rules change, so please check the current requirements with your Spanish consulate before you book. More in our guide Do you need a visa to study Spanish in Spain?

Questions and answers

Can I change city during my stay?

Yes, with schools that have several locations (such as Don Quijote and Enforex) you can usually combine cities.

Is there a minimum level?

There is normally no minimum level. You can start from zero.

Is a longer course cheaper per week?

Normally, yes. Schools set lower weekly rates for longer courses. Choose a length above the list to compare totals.

Can I take holidays during a long course?

Many long-term programmes let you take a week off every now and then. The conditions depend on the school, so ask us about the course you are interested in.

What accommodation can I book for several months?

Host families, shared flats and residences are normally available, often at long-stay rates. Which options exist depends on the school. See Where to stay during your Spanish course.

Can I prepare for a DELE exam on a long course?

Some programmes include preparation for the DELE exam. Look for it in the course description, or see our exam preparation courses.

What happens if I need to cancel or change my dates?

School cancellation policies vary. We can send you the conditions of the course you are interested in on request.

Not sure which length or city suits you?

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