Spain

Economic Overview

• The economy boomed between 1986 and 1990.
• Agricultural sector mainly contributes to the growth (fruits, vegetables and olive oil).
• Developed manufacturing industry, mainly textiles, food-processing, iron and steel, mechanical building and naval engineering sectors.
• Second most favoured tourist destination in the world.

Contacts of Trade Ministries/ Associations

Business Visa Rules
The allowable activities of business visitors are limited to the following:

• To attend any business meetings or discussions;
• To attend any sales calls to potential client in Spain;
• To attend any seminars or "fact-finding" meetings.

• Business Visitors must have a residence and an employer outside of Spain, he/she must not be in any manner subordinate to the management of the entity doing business in Spain, and he/she must be traveling to Spain for a limited and pre-set time period.
• Business Visitors must not receive any compensation from sources within Spain; however, incidental expenses like accommodation, travel, and meals may be paid by the host.
• Business Visitors must have evidence of adequate funds to defray expenses while on the business visit.
• Business Visitors must have a specific, realistic and pre-determined plans for his or her stay in Spain.
• The period of intended stay of the visitor must be consistent with the intended purpose of the trip.

• Business Visitors from countries where a visa is required must present supporting letters and other documents as evidence of the purpose and intended duration of their trip before they may be granted a Business Visitor Visa to enter Spain.
• The validity of the visa is 90 days within given 180 days period. Usually extension is not granted.
• No special visa category to allow foreigner to perform technical activities. It requires a work permit.