Embassy of Spain in the United States

The Embassy of Spain in the United States is the main Spanish diplomatic representation before the U.S. federal authorities. Its functions include the institutional representation of Spain, the protection of Spanish interests, the promotion of bilateral relations and the overall coordination of the Spanish consular network in U.S. territory.

Alongside the Embassy, Spain has a network of Consulates General in the United States, as well as a Consular Section in Washington. These offices provide services to Spanish citizens and, in certain cases, also process applications and documents for foreign nationals who need documentation or authorisations related to Spain.

Main functions of the Embassy of Spain in the United States

The Embassy performs diplomatic, political, institutional, economic, cultural and cooperation functions. It also serves as a link with the authorities of the host country and supports Spain’s external action in areas such as trade, education, defence, consular affairs and relations with the Spanish community residing in the United States.

Main procedures that can be carried out

Registration in the Consular Register as a resident or non-resident.
Issuance and renewal of Spanish passports.
Consular certificates, residence certificates and proof of life certificates.
Civil Registry procedures: births, marriages, deaths and other related matters.
Spanish nationality procedures, including nationality by option, retention, recovery and other legally предусмотренные cases.
Notarial acts, such as powers of attorney, authorisations and wills.
Legalisations, certified copies and document registration.
Consular assistance in emergency situations for Spanish citizens.
Electoral information and procedures related to voting from abroad.
Visas to travel to, study in, reside in or work in Spain, depending on the competent consulate and the applicable procedure.

Embassy of Spain in Washington, D.C.

Location: Washington, D.C.
Address: 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20037
Official website of the Embassy: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Embajadas/washington
Official website of the Consular Section: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/washington

Spanish consular offices in the United States

Consulate General of Spain in Boston

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/boston

Consulate General of Spain in Chicago

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/chicago

Consulate General of Spain in Houston

Location: Houston, Texas
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/houston

Consulate General of Spain in Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles, California
Address: 5055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 860, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/losangeles

Consulate General of Spain in Miami

Location: Miami / Coral Gables, Florida
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/miami

Consulate General of Spain in New York

Location: New York, New York
Address: 150 East 58th Street, 30th Floor, New York, NY 10155
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/nuevayork

Consulate General of Spain in San Francisco

Location: San Francisco, California
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/sanfrancisco

Consulate General of Spain in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Official website: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/sanjuandepuertorico

Embassy website and consular websites

Before attending in person or starting any procedure, it is advisable to check the official page of the competent office, since the appointment system, the required documentation, the consular jurisdiction area and the procedures may change.

In relation to visa procedures for Spain, Yabogados handles legal matters connected with spanish visa refusals, the review of unfavourable decisions and the study of possible appeals against administrative decisions adopted by Spanish authorities abroad. This type of assistance may be especially relevant when a visa to travel to, reside in, study in, reunite with family in or carry out an activity in Spain has been refused, and it is necessary to assess whether the decision is sufficiently reasoned, whether the submitted documentation has been properly evaluated or whether there are legal grounds to challenge the visa refusal.

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