BA (Hons) in
Business Management
(International Business)
Before coming to study at any of EU Business School's four campuses, it is essential to establish whether visas or other official permits will be required for studying in Spain, Switzerland or Germany.
Students should contact the embassy or consulate of the country where they will be studying for the most up-to-date information on visa requirements. We recommend that a minimum of three months is allowed for procuring visas and other essential official documentation.
EU’s Admissions Services department can provide advice and support throughout the entire process.
Visas & Permits
For a comprehensive list of visa and permit requirements, documents and procedures, please see the campus-specific information below.
Before coming to Barcelona, it is essential to find out whether a student needs a visa to enter, travel and study in Spain. There are many requirements to fulfill in order to receive a visa and, depending on your country of origin, it may take up to three months. Therefore, it is important to start early and allow enough time for the consulate or embassy to process the request. The visa must be issued in the student's home country and is only valid for 90 days.
Students will not need a visa if they are:
- A citizen of the European Union in possession of a valid European Union identification card or passport
- Staying in Spain for three months or less
If the above criteria do not apply, students will need a visa before arriving in Spain. They must apply at the Spanish embassy or consulate general in their home country or country of residence, as the visa will be affixed to their passport before they depart. This must be presented to immigration officials upon their entry into Spain. Within 30 days of arrival, all international students must register as residents and apply for either the Número de Identidad de Extranjero (NIE) or Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero (TIE).
We strongly recommend that students complete all documents necessary for the application process as soon as possible. Spanish translations of all documents are also required.
Required documents:
- Completed visa application forms
- Four passport-size photos (stapled onto each copy of the application)
- Medical certificate issued within the last three months
- Final acceptance documents from EU Business School Barcelona and photocopies
- Proof of health insurance
- Passport valid for six months before the date of application and photocopies
- Background check issued within the last three months
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Spain
- Proof of accommodation in Barcelona
Please bear in mind that the visa requirements may change. Therefore, we recommend that students contact their local Spanish embassy or consulate general to ensure that the requirements are up to date.
Please note:
Each visa application is reviewed individually, therefore the supporting documents may vary. The embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents at any time. The submission of the above documents does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Submission of an incomplete set of documents will lead to a refusal of your visa application. Once a visa has been issued, the purpose of the trip may not be altered. Please note that there is no such thing as an urgent or express visa.
Registering as a resident (all students):
Students wishing to pursue studies in Barcelona (whether European Union or non-European Union students) MUST register as a resident in the city. The process is called empadronamiento and students can register at their nearest city hall. Once registered, EU citizens need to apply for the NIE and non-European Union citizens must apply for the TIE by booking an appointment at the Comisaría General de Extranjería y Fronteras.
Working on a student visa in Spain:
Students with a valid student residence permit are allowed to work in Spain part-time.
Please contact EU’s Admissions Services to receive detailed information about the process and to double check all paperwork.
For more information, please refer to: https://info.euruni.edu/student-services-barcelona/
Before coming to Switzerland, it is essential to find out whether a student needs a visa to enter, travel and study here. There are many requirements to fulfill in order to receive a visa and, depending on the country of origin, it may take up to three months to receive a visa. Therefore, it is important to start early and allow enough time for the consulate to process the request. The visa must be issued in the student's home country and is only valid for 90 days.
Students will not need a visa if they are:
- A citizen of Switzerland or the European Union in possession of a valid European Union identification card or passport
- A citizen of a country which is part of the European Economic Area or European Free Trade Association and in possession of a valid passport
Students must apply at the Swiss embassy or consulate general in their home country or country of residence as the visa will be affixed to their passport before they depart. We strongly recommend that students complete all documents necessary for the application process as soon as possible and provide translations of all documents in any language other than French or English.
Required documents in Geneva:
- Final acceptance documents from EU Business School Geneva and photocopies
- Passport valid for six months before the date of application and one photocopy
- E form
- O form and/or bank certificate stating you have an active account with a minimum of CHF 30,000 (the bank certificate must be in the student’s name ONLY)
- D form
- “A qui de droit” (stating that you will leave Switzerland after completing your studies)
- CV/résumé
- A signed letter of motivation stating both the reason for studying in Switzerland and detailing your post-study plans
- Address in Switzerland
- 2 passport size photos (35mm x 45mm)
- Full study plan
- Copy of diplomas and transcripts
Important:
Should a student need the O form, they will also need a copy of the passport or ID of the person who will sponsor them along with proof of their ability to pay.
Please bear in mind that the visa requirements may change. Therefore, we recommend that students contact the local Swiss embassy or consulate general to ensure that the requirements are up to date.
Please note:
Each visa application is reviewed individually, therefore supporting documents may vary. The embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents at any time. The submission of the above documents does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Submission of an incomplete set of documents will lead to a refusal of your visa application. Once a visa has been issued, the purpose of the trip may not be altered. There is no such thing as an urgent or express visa.
Registering as a resident (all students):
Students wishing to pursue studies in Switzerland (whether European Union or non-European Union citizens) MUST register as a resident in the city within two weeks of arrival. Please visit the EU Student Affairs Office on campus to pick up the necessary forms and receive detailed instructions on how to complete the residence permit process.
For more information, please refer to: info.euruni.edu/student-services-switzerland
Before arrival, it is essential to know the visa requirements to enter, travel and study in Germany. There may be many requirements to fulfill depending on the student's country of origin and it may take up to three months after submission to receive an answer, with no possibility to expedite the process. There’s no shortage of students applying for visas, so it is vital to book an appointment well in advance.
Students will not need a visa if they are:
- A citizen of the EU/EEA/EFTA countries
- A partner or child of an EU/EEA/EFTA national, but only if they are traveling together
- Students will not need a visa for short-term stays (up to 90 days) if they are a holder of a diplomatic or special passport from Chad, Ghana, Philippines, Thailand or Turkey
- Students will not need a visa for short-term stays (up to 90 days) if they are a holder of a diplomatic passport from Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Macedonia, Malawi, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Namibia, Pakistan, Peru, Russian Federation, Serbia, South Africa, Tunisia, Ukraine or United Arab Emirates
- Students will not need a visa for short-term stays (up to 90 days) and may be eligible to apply for a residence permit directly in Germany (those marked with *), if they are a citizen of one of the following countries:
Albania, Chile, Malaysia, San Marino, Antigua & Barbuda, Costa Rica, Mauritius, Serbia, Argentina, El Salvador, Macedonia, Seychelles, Australia*, Guatemala, Mexico, Singapore, Bahamas, Honduras, Monaco, St. Kitts & Nevis, Barbados, Hong Kong (SAR passports), Montenegro, Taiwan (only passports with an ID number), Bosnia and Herzegovina (only biometric passports), Israel*, Nicaragua, U.S.A.*, Brazil, Japan*, New Zealand*, Uruguay, Brunei, South Korea*, Panama, Vatican City, Canada*, Macao (RAE only), Paraguay and Venezuela. All other nationalities will need to apply for a visa. Note that the requirements for obtaining visas might change. Contact your local German embassy to ensure you have the most up-to-date list of requirements.
Required documents:
- Two completed visa application forms in German with all the required photos and signatures
- Health insurance covering at least the first 90 days of the stay. Once students move to Germany, they will need to register with a German insurance-provider
- Passport and photocopies
- Motivation letter and CV
- Evidence of previous academic performance/degree certificates
- EU Business School acceptance letter
- English level certificate (IELTS/TOEFL/CAE)
- Students must prove they have at least €10,236 per year at their disposal.
- There are three options:
- Deposit a security payment into a blocked account;
- A resident in Germany provides the Munich Foreigners Office with a guarantee letter to cover your expenses;
- Scholarship confirmation of at least €720 per month from a certified institution.
It is strongly recommended that students complete all documents accurately and provide translations for all documents that are in any language other than German. The requirements for obtaining visas may change, therefore, we recommend that students contact their local German embassy or consulate general to have the most up-to-date list of requirements.
Please note:
Each visa application is reviewed individually, therefore the requested documents may vary. Each embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents at any time. The submission of the above documents does not guarantee the issue of a visa. Submission of an incomplete set of documents will lead to a refusal of a student's visa application. Once a visa has been issued, the purpose of the trip may not be altered. There is no such thing as an urgent or express visa.
For more information, please refer to: https://info.euruni.edu/student-services-munich/