Immigration Lawyer? Or DIY
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Immigration Lawyer? Or DIY
We'll be applying for a non-lucrative visa later this spring. Wondering if people used an immigration lawyer or some other sort of consultant to get their paperwork done or if they did it themselves. If you used someone I'd love your referral. If you did it yourself, would love for you to share your tricks and tips.
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Re: Immigration Lawyer? Or DIY
We'll be applying for a non-lucrative visa later this spring. Wondering if people used an immigration lawyer or some other sort of consultant to get their paperwork done or if they did it themselves. If you used someone I'd love your referral. If you did it yourself, would love for you to share your tricks and tips.
Canadians, as all citizens of non-European Union (EU) countries, must obtain a visa from a Spanish consulate in their home country if they plan to:
- Work in Spain;
- Reside in Spain for more than 90 days or;
- Study in Spain for more than 90 days.
The documents required for a visa application depend on the reason for coming to Spain and include:
- a valid passport
- application forms
- photos
- a medical certificate
- a police clearance certificate (issued by the RCMP)
- fees
Those applying for a visa to work in Spain will also require: - a pre-contract
students will require: - a letter of acceptance from an approved Spanish educational institution
- proof of private health insurance
- proof of financial resources for the length of their stay
Canadians requesting the Youth Mobility Agreement between Canada and Spain will also require: - proof of residency in Canada (provincial health card or provincial driver’s licence)
- Return ticket or sufficient funds to purchase a return ticket
- Proof of financial reliability
- Other documents may be requested depending under what category you request the youth mobility visa.
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Re: Immigration Lawyer? Or DIY
You are unlikely to find members who are in a similar position as 99% are British and have no need to apply for visas as they are still EU citizens.
That will change of course at the end of this year. Hopefully someone will be able to help but the Spanish embassy will give you advice.
That will change of course at the end of this year. Hopefully someone will be able to help but the Spanish embassy will give you advice.
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Re: Immigration Lawyer? Or DIY
We'll be applying for a non-lucrative visa later this spring. Wondering if people used an immigration lawyer or some other sort of consultant to get their paperwork done or if they did it themselves. If you used someone I'd love your referral. If you did it yourself, would love for you to share your tricks and tips.
I've seen people spending thousands of pounds in simple immigration applications that anyone can do. All a lawyer will do is quickly check the form for you, as it must be you in person who submits it at the Spanish consulate in Canada.
Only if your application is refused it might be worth to involve a lawyer who's knowledgeable about the appeal process.
Anyway feel free to PM me and I'll to help with any queries you may have.