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Spain

Sun, fiesta and heritage

From Gaudí's architecture in Barcelona to Andalusian palaces and the beaches of the Balearic Islands, Spain combines culture, sunshine and easy living. Perfect for family holidays, honeymoons and getaways with friends.

CapitalMadrid
LanguageSpanish
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Time differenceSame time as Kinshasa in winter, +1 hour in summer
From KinshasaWith one stopover, usually in Europe
ClimateMediterranean: hot, dry summers

When to go?

April to June

Ideal temperatures for city visits.

July and August

Beach season; very hot in Andalusia.

September and October

The sea is still warm and there are fewer crowds.

Must-sees

Barcelona — Spain
01

Barcelona

The Sagrada Família, Park Güell and the Gothic Quarter.

Seville — Spain
02

Seville

Plaza de España, the Alcázar and flamenco.

Madrid — Spain
03

Madrid

Plaza Mayor, the Prado Museum and Retiro Park.

The Balearic Islands — Spain
04

The Balearic Islands

Turquoise coves in Majorca and Ibiza.

Itinerary idea: 10 days in Spain

  1. 1

    Barcelona (3 days)

  2. 2

    High-speed train to Madrid (2 days)

  3. 3

    Seville and Andalusia (3 days)

  4. 4

    Relaxing on the coast (2 days)

Every trip is tailor-made to your dates, budget and wishes.

OUR PACKAGES

Schengen visa support

Essential
$400

A full review of the file you have prepared, with a written report of corrections and missing documents.

Complete
$900

Preparation from A to Z: profile analysis, exact document list, check of every document, form and appointment.

Premium
$1,500

Everything in Complete, plus handling of bookings, help taking out insurance, priority handling, interview preparation and follow-up. Flights, hotel and insurance are paid by you.

Orientation meeting: $50. File opening: $200, non-refundable, deducted from the package price (the $50 meeting fee is deducted from this $200). Our fees cover our support only: official fees (visa, application centre, insurance, translations), flights and accommodation are extra and paid by you. The decision rests solely with the consular authorities. See payment details

Study in Spain

Accessible universities and a quality of life students love.

The key steps

  • Admission to a Spanish institution
  • Study visa applied for at the Spanish mission
  • Proof of funds and health insurance

Requirements change: check them on official websites. Wanderlust supports you from orientation to settling in; admission is decided by the institutions and the visa by the competent authorities.

Formalities from the DRC

Congolese nationals need a short-stay Schengen visa, applied for from the country of main destination. Prepare your file several weeks in advance.

Entry requirements, fees and processing times change regularly: always check the latest information on official websites. Wanderlust helps you prepare your file; the decision rests solely with the competent authorities.

Read: Schengen visa from Kinshasa: the documents to prepare

Our advice

  • Spaniards eat dinner late, often after 9 pm.
  • The high-speed rail network between major cities is excellent.
  • Protect yourself from the sun in summer, especially in the south.

Ready to discover Spain?

Visa, flights, accommodation, transfers: we organise your trip from start to finish.