Schengen Visa Support
🇪🇸 BLS Spain Visa Washington DC - Complete Guide 2026
Need a Spain Schengen visa from Washington DC? BLS International Washington DC is your official visa application center for Spain. Serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast region (DC, MD, VA, WV, DE, NC, SC), this center handles Spain Schengen visa applications with appointment-based services and cashless operations.
💳 IMPORTANT: NO CASH ACCEPTED
BLS Washington DC is 100% cashless. Only card payments (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover) accepted. Carry your debit/credit card for all payments.
Quick Facts: BLS Washington DC
| Location | Downtown Washington, DC 20006 |
| Public Transport | Metro access (Red/Blue/Orange/Silver lines) |
| Serves States | DC, MD, VA, WV, DE, NC, SC |
| Timings | Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Adult Visa Fee | $90 + $30-$55 service fee |
| Phone | +1-202-555-0100 |
| Website | blsspain-usa.com |
| Payment | Card only - NO CASH |
Spain Visa Fees at BLS Washington DC
| 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 Washington DC
🚇 By Metro (Recommended)
- Red Line: Serves downtown via Metro Center, Gallery Place
- Blue/Orange/Silver Lines: Farragut West, McPherson Square
- Walk 5-15 minutes from nearest station to BLS center
- Metro is most convenient for downtown DC access
🚌 By Bus
- Metrobus serves downtown extensively
- Check WMATA website for routes and schedules
- Circulator buses also available in downtown
🚗 By Car/Taxi/Rideshare
- Uber/Lyft available throughout DC area
- Limited street parking (metered)
- Public parking garages available ($20-40/day)
- Consider Metro for easier access
Regional Coverage
BLS Washington DC serves:
- District of Columbia
- Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia
- Delaware
- North Carolina, South Carolina
US residents from these states/territories must apply at BLS Washington DC 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 coverage), 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 + 1 set of photocopies
- ✅ Bring valid US visa or Green Card
- ✅ Bring debit/credit card for payment
- ✅ Dress neatly for biometrics photo
- ✅ Use Metro for easiest access
- ❌ NO cash accepted - only cards
- ❌ NO walk-ins without appointment