🇪🇸 BLS Spain Visa Los Angeles - Complete Guide 2026
Need a Spain Schengen visa from Los Angeles? BLS International Los Angeles is your official visa application center for Spain. Serving Southern California and the Southwest (S.CA, AZ, NM, UT, HI), this center handles Spain Schengen visa applications with appointment-based services and cashless operations.
💳 IMPORTANT: NO CASH ACCEPTED
BLS Los Angeles is 100% cashless. Only card payments (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover) accepted. Carry your debit/credit card for all payments.
Quick Facts: BLS Los Angeles
| Location | Downtown Los Angeles, CA 90017 |
| Public Transport | Metro access (Red/Purple Lines) |
| Serves States | S.CA, AZ, NM, UT, HI |
| Timings | Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Adult Visa Fee | $90 + $30-$55 service fee |
| Phone | +1-213-555-0100 |
| Website | blsspain-usa.com |
| Payment | Card only - NO CASH |
Spain Visa Fees at BLS Los Angeles
| Category | Visa Fee | BLS Service Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $90 | $30-$55 | $120-$145 |
| Child (6-17 years) | $80 | $30-$55 | $110-$135 |
| Child (0-5 years) | FREE | $30-$55 | $30-$55 |
| Courier (Optional) | $25-$40 | $25-$40 | |
Payment Mode: Debit/Credit cards only (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover). Online payment via blsspain-usa.com.
How to Reach BLS Los Angeles
🚇 By Metro (Recommended)
- Red/Purple Lines: Pershing Square, 7th St/Metro Center, Civic Center stations
- Walk 5-10 minutes from station to BLS center
- Check metro.net for routes and schedules
- Metro is most convenient for downtown LA
🚌 By Bus
- Metro bus lines serve downtown extensively
- DASH downtown shuttle available
- Check metro.net for bus routes
🚗 By Car/Rideshare
- Uber/Lyft available throughout LA
- Limited street parking (metered)
- Public parking lots available ($15-35/day)
- Consider Metro for convenience
Regional Coverage
BLS Los Angeles serves:
- Southern California
- Arizona, New Mexico, Utah
- Hawaii
US residents from these states must apply at BLS Los Angeles for Spain Schengen visas.
Application Process
- Book Appointment: Visit blsspain-usa.com, create account, book slot (2-3 weeks advance)
- Prepare Documents: Passport, US visa/Green Card, photos, insurance ($50K), bank statements (3 months), tickets, hotels, employment letter
- Pay Fees: Online via website or card at center (NO CASH)
- Attend Appointment: Submit documents, biometrics (fingerprints, photo)
- Track Status: Via blsspain-usa.com using reference number
- Collect Passport: Self-pickup or courier delivery ($25-$40)
Processing Time
- Standard: 10-15 working days after Spanish consulate receives documents
- Peak Season (May-Sep): 15-20 working days
- BLS Forwarding: 1-2 days to Spanish consulate
- Total Time: 2-4 weeks from appointment
Tips for Success
- ✅ Book appointment 2-3 weeks in advance
- ✅ Arrive 15 minutes before scheduled time
- ✅ Carry original documents + photocopies
- ✅ Bring valid US visa or Green Card
- ✅ Bring debit/credit card for payment
- ✅ Use Metro for easiest access
- ❌ NO cash accepted - only cards
- ❌ NO walk-ins without appointment