🏛 Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul
The Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul operates as the official representative of the Spanish Government within its designated regions in Türkiye. Functioning under the authority of the Embassy in Ankara, this diplomatic mission is authorized to accept and process visa applications, as well as provide consular services to Spanish citizens residing in or temporarily staying in Türkiye. In addition to its consular duties, the Consulate plays a vital role in strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries in political, economic, and cultural areas.
📌 Jurisdiction of the Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul
The provinces of Türkiye have been divided into two jurisdictions by Spanish authorities. The Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul is responsible for the following provinces: Antalya, Artvin, Aydın, Balıkesir, Bilecik, Bolu, Burdur, Bursa, Çanakkale, Denizli, Edirne, Giresun, Hakkâri, Isparta, Istanbul, İzmir, Kastamonu, Kırklareli, Kocaeli, Manisa, Muğla, Ordu, Rize, Sakarya, Samsun, Sinop, Tekirdağ, Trabzon, Yozgat, Zonguldak, Bartın, Yalova, and Karabük.
Applicants residing in these provinces must submit their visa or consular requests to the Consulate General in Istanbul, while residents of other provinces are required to apply through the Embassy of Spain in Ankara.
📞 Contact Information – Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul
Address: Karanfil Aralığı Sokak No:16, 1. Levent / İstanbul
Telephone: +90 212 270 74 10 (Dahili: 11 – 12 – 13 – 14) / +90 212 270 24 65
Fax: +90 212 270 74 84
E-mail: cog.estambul@maec.es
Consul General: Carlos Díaz VALCÁRCEL
🕒 Spain Istanbul Consulate General Working Hours
The Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul is open to the public on weekdays between 09:00 and 13:00. Visa applications and all other consular procedures must be completed during these hours. Applicants are advised to plan their appointments accordingly.
📑 Visa Applications at the Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul
The Consulate General in Istanbul is authorized to accept and finalize visa applications from both Turkish citizens and third-country nationals. Applications are made exclusively through accredited visa application centers, and appointments are required. Before applying, applicants must ensure that their documents are complete, accurate, and up to date. Marsel Visa consultants provide professional assistance in preparing required documents, booking appointments, and monitoring the entire application process.
📝 Visa Application Forms – Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul
Depending on the duration of your stay, you must fill out the appropriate form. For stays of less than 90 days, a Spain Schengen Visa is required; for stays exceeding 90 days, a Spain National Visa application must be submitted. Completing the correct application form accurately and in full is essential for your visa process.
⚖️ Consular Services at the Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul
In addition to visa services, the Consulate General also provides a wide range of consular assistance to Spanish citizens permanently or temporarily residing in Türkiye. These services include:
- Civil Registry Services: Registration of events such as birth, marriage, and death.
- Passport and ID Services: Renewal of expired, lost, or damaged passports; handling of ID and driver’s license-related matters.
- Document Legalization: Verification and legalization of official documents for recognition in Spain or Türkiye.
- Notarial Services: Certification of copies, approval of contracts, affidavits, and other official documents.
📅 Official Holidays of the Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul – 2025
The Consulate General of Spain in Istanbul will remain closed on the following official holidays in 2025. Applicants are advised to plan their submissions and appointments accordingly:
- 1 January 2025 – New Year’s Day
- 6 January 2025 – Epiphany
- 30 March – 1 April 2025 – Ramadan Bayram
- 17 – 20 April 2025 – Easter
- 23 April 2025 – National Sovereignty and Children’s Day
- 1 May 2025 – Labour Day
- 19 May 2025 – Atatürk Memorial, Youth and Sports Day
- 6 – 9 June 2025 – Kurban Bayram
- 15 July 2025 – Democracy and National Unity Day
- 15 August 2025 – Assumption of Mary
- 30 August 2025 – Victory Day
- 12 October 2025 – Spanish National Day
- 29 October 2025 – Republic Day
- 8 December 2025 – Immaculate Conception
- December 25, 2025 – Christmas Day
On these dates, the Consulate will not provide services, and visa or consular applications will only be accepted on working days outside the listed holidays.