Hola,

I am interested in doing the TEFL-in-Spain course in Granada. I was told that, upon completion of my course, I would get a job offer, and with that job offer, would be able to obtain a work permit. I have heard from some people that I can only apply for a work permit in Spain in the US (being an American), which would mean I would have to make a trip home (a huge pain). However the representative with whom I spoke said that it would also be possible to apply for the permit at the American consulate in Spain. I know I’m not the first person to have had this idea, so I am wondering if anybody had any experience in this area, and could attest to whether or not it is indeed possible to apply for the permit/visa at the American Consulate in Spain. Thanks! -Ryan

Z.

Might be an idea ot contact the American Consulate in Spain directly and ask them.

Here is the Embassywebsite

http://spanish.madrid.usembassy.gov/

You could get a list of their Consular Offices from them.

Patricia

From the website of the U.S. Embassy in Spain: “American citizens wanting to study, reside, or work in Spain must obtain the appropriate visa from the Spanish Embassy or Consulate in their state/country of last residence.  After the visa has been issued, foreigners have three months to apply for the corresponding permit with the Spanish authorities in Spain. Obtaining a residence or work permit is a complicated process; since regulations change continually, we suggest that you check the Ministry of Interior?s website, or call the Ministry of Interior, within Spain, toll-free at 060. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also manages a website.”

http://madrid.usembassy.gov/citizen-services/information-for-travelers/traveling-to-spain.html

Ministry of the Interior: http://www.interior.gob.es/