{"id":83344,"date":"2026-05-11T02:16:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T01:16:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogoespana.com\/?p=83344"},"modified":"2026-05-12T03:24:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T02:24:19","slug":"apply-master-spain-required-documents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogoespana.com\/en\/blog\/apply-master-spain-required-documents\/","title":{"rendered":"Checklist: Masters in Spain for International Students Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
A complete checklist of requirements, including sworn translations and apostilles, for international students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Applying to a Master’s in Spain requires more than just filling out a form. For many international students, the challenge isn’t the academic requirements, it’s the bureaucracy. Terms like “legalization,” “apostille,” and “sworn translation” often catch applicants off guard, leading to delayed or even rejected applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The good news is that the process is predictable if you know the rules. To apply, you generally need seven core documents<\/strong>: a valid passport, your bachelor’s degree, academic transcripts, a CV, a motivation letter, reference letters, and proof of language proficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, the specific format of these documents depends heavily on where you apply. Public universities are strict and often require full diplomatic stamps, while private business schools tend to be more holistic and flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This guide separates the noise from the necessary. We will walk you through the definitive checklist, explain exactly how to “legalize” your foreign degree, and show you how to ensure all your docs meet Spanish university standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The 7 “Must-Haves”:<\/strong> To apply, you generally need a valid passport, bachelor’s degree, academic transcripts, CV, motivation letter, reference letters, and proof of language proficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Legalization is Critical:<\/strong> If your degree is from outside the EU, it is not valid in Spain until it has been “legalized.” For most countries (USA, UK, Latin America), this means obtaining an apostille from the Hague.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Watch Your Expiration Dates:<\/strong> While your diploma and transcript apostilles never expire, other documents like criminal record checks or medical certificates often have a validity of only 3 months. Do not legalize these too early<\/strong>, or they will expire before your visa appointment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n