Non-US citizen applying for a Spain tourist visa with expiring visa
I am an Indian citizen studying in the US on an f-1 visa. My program end date is 14th of December 2018, and I am going back to India on the 19th of December. My travel plans - India to Spain 24th of December Spain to India 4th of January This means I don't have enough time to apply for a Spain visa from the consulate in India. So I have to apply from the Spanish consulate in DC. However, while talking to the DC consulate, the person on the phone said since my i20/f-1 expires on the 14th of December, I can't apply for a visa from within the US. But I don't understand why this is a problem since I am returning to India - my home country, not the US, from Spain. From what I read online, someone successfully got a visa in a similar situation (they showed a ticket back to their home country). Is there anything I can do here?
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According to OP:
I spoke to them again, and showed them that I have applied for an extension for my visa. That was enough for them! So relieved I that i'm getting my winter holiday!
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Can I get an extended visa for Spain?
A Long Stay Visa for Spain is a permit to enter and remain in Spain for a period longer than three months. It enables its holder not only to reside in Spain, but also to perform several activities, which the Spain Schengen Visa prohibits.Can I travel to Spain without a visa after Brexit?
Will I need a visa to travel to Spain after Brexit? The majority of UK citizens will not need a visa to travel to Spain. The country still permits visa-free access to British visitors for up to 3 months for tourism and business purposes. However, British nationals will soon need a visa waiver to enter Spain.How do I get a visa to stay in Spain longer than 90 days?
If your stay in Spain involving any sort of studying for longer than 90 days at a time, you will need a student visa. If your study stay is less than 90 days, you should apply for a Schengen Tourism Visa link to section above.Is Spain accepting tourist visa applications?
All embassies and consulates of all the Schengen countries accept visa applications, but you have to apply at a diplomatic office of the main destination you plan to visit.How To Apply For Europe Tourist Visa |🇪🇺SCHENGEN VISA | Everything You Need To Know
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