Eligibility: If you legally reside in Washington State, Oregon, Nevada, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Alaska, Hawaii, and Guam, you are eligible to apply for your Spain Non Lucrative Visa at the San Francisco Consulate. San Francisco Consulate serves the California counties of Yuba, Yolo, Tulare, Trinity, Tehama, Sutter, Stanislaus, Sonoma, Solano, Siskiyou, Sierra, Shasta, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, San Mateo, San Joaquin, San Benito, Sacramento, Plumas, Placer, Nevada, Napa, Monterey, Mono, Modoc, Merced, Mendocino, Mariposa, Marin, Madera, Lassen, Lake, Kings, Inyo, Humboldt, Glenn, Fresno, El Dorado, Del Norte, Contra Costa, Colusa, Calaveras, Butte, Amador, Alpine and Alameda.
Residents of other states should locate their respective consulate here.
San Francisco Consulate
Residence Verification: Merely having an address in one of these states is insufficient. You must verify your residency within the consulate’s jurisdiction by presenting a valid driver’s license or other state government-issued ID. Ensure that your ID is valid at the time of your appointment; check expiration dates in advance to determine if renewal is necessary.
It’s important to adhere strictly to your consulate’s specific instructions to ensure your application process is smooth and to avoid unnecessary complications.
Contact Information for the Consulate of Spain in San Francisco
- Address: 1405 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109-5417
- Phone: +1 (415) 922-2995
- Email:
- E-mail (general): cog.sanfrancisco@maec.es
- E-mail Visa Section: cog.sanfrancisco.vis@maec.es
- Website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/sanfrancisco/en/Paginas/index.aspx
Visa Application Instructions
Additional Consular Services
- Overview of All Visas and Consular Services: Link to Consular services
How Spainguru Can Assist with Your Non-Lucrative Visa Application
If you’re planning to apply for a Spain Non Lucrative Visa through the San Francisco Consulate, Spainguru is here to simplify and support your application process. Our partners’s services are tailored to help you navigate the complexities of international migration with ease. Here’s how we can assist you:
- Immigration Experts: Spainguru connects you with experienced immigration advisors who specialize in Spanish visas. They can provide personalized guidance on your Non Lucrative Visa application, ensuring you meet all the necessary requirements.
- Tax Advisors for Spain and the US: Our recommended tax advisors are well-versed in the tax systems of both Spain and the US, helping you understand your fiscal responsibilities and opportunities for tax optimization.
- Sworn Translators: Accurate translation of your documents is crucial for a successful visa application. Spainguru offers access to sworn translators who are experts in legal and immigration-related documents, ensuring that your translations are accepted by the consulate.
- Apostille Services: We recommend private Apostille services that facilitate the apostille certification of your documents, a necessary step for the Spanish authorities to recognize US-issued documents. Spainguru clients enjoy discounts on these services, making your preparation more cost-effective.
- Consulate Appointments: Securing an appointment with the consulate can be one of the more tedious aspects of the visa process. Spainguru’s partners can help schedule your consulate appointments.
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