Spain Visa for Canadian Citizens
Yes — Canadian passport holders can enter Spain visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Confirmed on Spain's Ottawa Embassy page and EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II.
exteriores.gob.es ↗Entering Spain on a Canadian passport
- → Travel with just your valid Canadian passport. No visa or prior application needed.
- → See the exact document checklist for Canadian applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Canadian applicants
The exact documents Canadian citizens must submit for Spain, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
familyFamily reunification
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/mlt/travel-insurance) Please note that before applying for an appointment for Family Reunification category, you must get your Family reunification certificate approved by Identità. Click here (https://online.vfsevisa.com/mt/en/login) to begin the approval process for Family Reunion certificate. Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist: Visa Requirement – Family Reunification (More than 90 days) Note: - All documents must be submitted in English. If any document is in a different language, a certified translation (ENGLISH) must be provided along with the original. - All translations must be completed by an approved translator from the provided link – (official list of approved translators by CVU) - https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf (https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf) - Applicants must schedule their appointment under the appropriate visa category
workWork permit
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/mlt/travel-insurance). Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist: Visa Requirement – Employment Visa (More than 90 Days) Declaration – Employment Visa (More than 90 Days) (Mandatory) Visa Requirement – Temporary Employment in Malta (Less than 06 months) Note: - All documents must be submitted in English. If any document is in a different language, a certified translation (ENGLISH) must be provided along with the original. - All translations must be completed by an approved translator from the provided link – (official list of approved translators by CVU) - https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf (https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf) - Applicants must schedule their appointment under the appropriate visa category
otherOther
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/mlt/travel-insurance) Application Form for all Visa category - CLICK HERE Declaration is mandatory for all Visa category - CLICK HERE Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist: Visa Requirement - Sports Activity (More than 90 days) DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SPORT TRIALS VISA Visa Requirement - Adoption (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Professional/Business Visa (Necessary Stay for more than 90 consecutive days) Visa Requirement - Citizenship / Residence programmes (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Court Visa (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Cultural Visit (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Diplomatic (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Long Term Visit / Non-Tourism (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Medical (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Official / Political (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Religious (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Scientific Research (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Training (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Re-enter Malta in Case of Lost Documents (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Humanitarian Case (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Spouses & Children Related to an EU National (More than 90 days) Visa Requirement - Sports Trial (More than 90 days) Visa Requirements – Seasonal Workers (more than 90 days) Visa Requirements – Working holiday Visa Note: - All documents must be submitted in English. If any document is in a different language, a certified translation (ENGLISH) must be provided along with the original. - All translations must be completed by an approved translator from the provided link – (official list of approved translators by CVU) - https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf (https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf) - Applicants must schedule their appointment under the appropriate visa category
studentStudy
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/mlt/travel-insurance) Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist: Visa Requirement – Student National Visa (More than 90 days) Note: - All documents must be submitted in English. If any document is in a different language, a certified translation (ENGLISH) must be provided along with the original. - All translations must be completed by an approved translator from the provided link – (official list of approved translators by CVU) - https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf (https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Translators-List-Online-18-Dec-2024.pdf) - Applicants must schedule their appointment under the appropriate visa category
Spain visa for Canada citizens — FAQ
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Spain?
Yes — Canadian passport holders can enter Spain visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Spain?
Canadian passport holders can stay in Spain for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Canadian citizens need for Spain?
A valid passport plus the Spain document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
Related visa requirements
For Canadian citizens