Every stop on the line
Each guide is built from official sources, listed at the end so you can check them yourself.
Get ready
Sort these out first.
Health cover
Which cover you need depends on your passport. Sort it out before you travel.
All studentsStudent visa and long-term stay
For students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland who will study in Spain for more than 90 days.
Other passportsTemporary protection for Ukrainians
The EU protection for people who fled the war in Ukraine: who can get it in Madrid, what it gives you, and how to stay after it ends.
Other passports
Get registered
Make it official in Spain.
Padrón: registering your Madrid address
Everyone living in Madrid must register with the city. Book an appointment and bring your housing documents.
All studentsEU citizen registration certificate
For EU, EEA and Swiss students staying more than three months. It's issued on the spot at your appointment.
EU, EEA and SwissTIE: your foreigner identity card
For non-EU students staying more than six months. You must request it within one month of entering Spain.
Other passports
Get set up
Everyday life in Madrid.