Consulate General of Spain

Category: Foreign consulate in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 180 Michigan Ave #1500, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Phone: +13127824588

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–1PM

Tuesday: 9AM–1PM

Wednesday: 9AM–1PM

Thursday: 9AM–1PM

Friday: 9AM–1PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Z Chki

Oct 24, 2022

There voicebox has been full for two weeks can't get ahold of anyone so I tried emailing them 2 weeks ago still no reply. Can't drive all the way there as I don't live in the area and don't want to waste gas just to get some simple information.

richard gilbert

Oct 14, 2022

Quick and very friendly helpful staff!

Isabel Morales

Oct 11, 2022

I went this morning to ask if there was any activity for Hispanic Heritage Day, they didn't even let me in, call by phone (they don't pick up) or by email, please MAE remedy this, I'm just passing through, but there are many Spaniards who need to be listened to and treated kindly. All the best.

Alvaro Vidal

Oct 11, 2022

Had to wait 40 minutes only to pick up my passport, which took 2 minutes. The security officer is rude, behaves like a bouncer and won't let you talk to the staff.

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Questions & Answers

How do we make an appointment? There are none available online, nobody answers the phone or email! It's impossible! I'm trying to get my work Visa and nobody responds, it's very stressful.

Lauren Tabor | Oct 26, 2020
Sara H | Oct 26, 2021

I started checking every morning until the day I wanted the appointment was shown as available. This was for a SCHENGEN VISA. I got to make my appointment, but was not able to get one for my husband on the same day, very inefficient system.

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Hello, my name is Osmar, I have Spanish citizenship but I live in the United States. I want to know how I can renew my passport that expires in August. Where can I make an appointment?

Omar Barzaga Toledo | Oct 27, 2018
Luis | Oct 26, 2020

In this link the appointments are reserved:  https://app.timetrade.com/tc/login.do?url=spainconsulchicago

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How long does a Spanish passport take for a Spanish citizen who is in the United States?

Rosa Esther Valdespino Gago | Oct 27, 2019
Jeny Laines | Sep 26, 2022

I ask, I make the appointment, then she rejects me because of the registration, what can I do? I am Spanish.

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Hello Can anybody help me with my question, I have green card in U.S and i want to travell to visit my relatives in spain , so what the specific requairments to get Visa , by the way , i’ll travel to my country after spain trip . Thanx

Isaa Rayes | Oct 27, 2018
Arnab Majumdar | Oct 27, 2018

You will need a visa even if uoi have a green card. Check embassy website to see country specific requirements.

days ,, I am scheduled to travel to Spain from August 23 to November 4 ,, there is a problem in my entry to Spain and the return to the United States ,, I have Spanish citizenship and permanent residence in the United States, can help me thank you

Nelly Bastidas | Oct 26, 2021
maria abel | Oct 26, 2021

I think that having the residence (I have it), you can travel to Spain. I don't think that in Spain they will give you any trouble unless it's because of the covid. In the United States I think they allow you to be outside the country with residence for less than a year. If it is more, I think you have to contact US immigration

Hi, I was requesting an appointment and just got an email saying no appointments available for the remainder of the year. No one is answering emails back or answering the phone, any insights on how to get in tuch with them?

Samarth Mehta | Oct 24, 2022
Adrian Kiteto | Oct 24, 2022

They don't answer phone calls. Email is the best way.

When sending the email to get online scheduling credentials, am I supposed to attach the Schengen visa application and ALL documents outlined on the website? The instructions are confusing.

E Mrowka | Oct 12, 2022
richard gilbert | Oct 19, 2022

Yes, everything is sent online, unless you have an appointment at the Consulate and you present all of your documents!

My husband, a Spanish citizen and resident of the U.S. must renew his passport. HOW to we get an appointment with the Spanish Consulate of Chicago and what SPECIFIC items must he bring to that appointment?

Becky Medina | Aug 27, 2022
Mariano Marks | Aug 27, 2022

Appointments can be made online but only up to a month in advance. They are only open certain days (M, W, and F mainly I believe) and you will see the appointment blocks are in 20 min increments in the AM only. The documents that need to be taken are also listed on their website.

Is there a way to get an earlier visa appointment? My daughter's Masters program in Spain starts 9/5/22 and her Visa appointment is 9/20/22. Thank you for advice!

Jobie Thurin | Aug 27, 2022
Saba Jamalian | Aug 27, 2022

Check the visa appointment website at midnight Central Time. Their system adds new appointment slots every day at midnight

My daughter wants to be an au pair for a family in Toledo Spain. Can she apply for student visa while over in Spain or is it required to get visa here in the US before leaving. Trying to plan and it's challenging not knowing how long it takes.

Melodee Brooks | Aug 27, 2022
Rosa Maria Share | Aug 27, 2022

I have seen all visa information in the Consulate web page. I believe she will need to apply here.

Forgot to confirm my appointment. What do I do? I just received my email to confirm my visa appointment at the chicago consulate, but the link says that it is broken or closed. Should I still show up to my visa appointment even though it could have been

IneedHelp | Aug 27, 2022
Rosa Maria Share | Aug 27, 2022

Send them an email explaining the situation. They answer quickly. The email address is in their web page.

What is the fee for a first time passport?

AJ Vargas | Jul 28, 2022
Rosa Maria Share | Jul 28, 2022

$34. Need a money order.

Where can I find a cancelled appointment for Spain consulate in Chicago? All I see are appointments for one day ahead every time I try to book. It is impossible that nobody cancels their appointment. Where/How to find them?

Sachneet Monga | Jul 28, 2022
Emrah Seckin | Jul 28, 2022

Your only option is email to them but they are not helpful with that either. Keep checking everyday.

How long does it take to get an appointment after emailing them documents for Schengen visa?

Vashi Negi | Jul 28, 2022
Biswajit Maharathi | Jul 28, 2022

They usually respond in 1-2 days with a link to book your appointment. On the booking portal, the next available slot might be available in a couple of days to a couple of months.

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how to make appointment for nlv ?

Virginia Dargis | May 29, 2022
Loana Castillo | May 29, 2022

By calling or on there wedsite.

How do you make an appointment? I emailed them two weeks ago, and still no response. I am trying to get a student visa.

Zoe Andrew | Nov 30, 2021
univaldo carmona | Nov 30, 2021

I DID THE SAME THING 1 WEEK AGO WITHOUT ANSWER. I TRAVEL THERE AND THEY HELP, ME VERY NICE PEOPLE.

When is the best time to check for available appointments online? Every time I have checked it says there are no available hours.

Betime Begzati | Oct 26, 2021
Derek Friedman | Oct 26, 2021

Just go to the office. We didn't have an appt, but we arrived at 850am ... waited for 15,20 mins and they asked us to explain why we were there. Ultimately, they couldn't help us bc we had to go to the US Embassy o solve our issue, but we didn't need an appt.

Can someone please advise? We have not received confirmation for the acceptance of rescheduled appoint. It’s been 5 days since the request was made. Phones are not answered and no replays to multiple emails sent. What should we do?

Merodie Peterson | Oct 26, 2021
Juan Tamparillas | Oct 26, 2021

Get a job there. I haven't seen better work conditions anywhere: 9-1 Mon-Fri and you don't have to answer the phone or reply to emails

My husband and I are applying for SCHENGEN VISA. I managed to make my appointment for the day we can go to Chicago, but when I tried to make an appointment for my husband there were no longer available hours. What I can do? They do not give attention over

Sara H | Oct 26, 2021
Reynier Vegas | Oct 26, 2021

I went without appointments 3 weeks ago and they treated me

Can a Spanish person come now in July 2021 to USA as a tourist?

Graca Sales | Oct 26, 2021
Angélica Cano | Oct 26, 2021

I had my nices coming from Mexico and stayed with us for 3 weeks. My brother in law has been here twice. They presented a negative covid test to get in the USA. Actually, you can't board tge airplane if you don't have a negative covid test with you. That is all you need.

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My husband has docs proving that his grandparents were Spanish citizens. He wants to apply for Spanish citizenship. We havent been able to set an appt at the consulate in Chicago. Please advise.

Chriss Muniz | Oct 26, 2021
Francesc Borrull | Oct 26, 2021

Appointments can be scheduled online via their website. It's hard getting am appointment here. Forget calling. In my experience they never picked it up and never returned any call.

Hello, my name is Julia, I am Spanish but I live here in the United States, with the residency, I need to go to Spain and my question is, is there any problem leaving or entering the United States with the covic19? thanks

Julia Spicer-Torres | Oct 26, 2020
Carola Silva | Oct 26, 2020

Hello, the day I went to the consulate I saw that people asked the same thing and told them that they had no problem going, but for more information you should go and advise yourself, each case is different.

Please, it's been a month since I sent my documents to the downstairs to register and I haven't received any response if someone sends this message to you and works there, give me an answer, thanks

Jorge Hidalgo | Oct 26, 2020
Drigsy Sosa | Nov 30, 2021

I am in your same situation, could you tell me if you found any way of contact? They do not answer the emails and not even a confirmation of having received my application for consular registration, if you have something that can help me please

How to I cancel my Schengen visa appt?

Wendy Bratton | Oct 26, 2020
Ashley Speer | Oct 26, 2020

We were applying for a different type but the only way we could do it was emailing the consulate. They then cancelled our appointment on their end. A separate time they never responded so we just didn't show (but that was after we had applied and gotten an earlier appointment time so I wasn't concerned about not showing up).

I am planning to visit Spain on 04/02/2020 and will return to Chicago on 04/10/2020. My passport expires on Oct. 25, 2020. Will I need to renew my passport for this trip or will I be OK?

David Cruz | Oct 26, 2020
Recordo Thomas | Oct 26, 2020

Your PP has to be valid for at least 6 months, and the dates you have here are 7, so you should be good.

I am a US citizen. Do I need visa for Spain?

Mamak Farmanfarmaee | Oct 26, 2020
Iris Lorente | Oct 26, 2020

Not if you're going for vacation and will be in Spain for less than 90 days.

Hi, I have Spanish citizenship but I live in the United States. I need to know how I can do the passport renewal

Leticia Perez | Oct 26, 2020
CON DJBB | Oct 26, 2020

Hello, literal birth certificate, 1 year old maximum, 2 passport photos and a $ 33 money order and an appointment

I am traveling to Spain from 12/22 arriving on 12/23/2019 and returning on 1/12/2020. I am being told I need a letter of introduction to be in Spain for this period of time. I have a valid US passport. If this is true how do I get this ASAP.

Larry Meggers | Oct 26, 2020
Salman Siddiqui | Oct 26, 2020

I don't think so... Where do you read that

How can I make an appointment?

Ardiel Abella | Oct 26, 2020
Luis | Oct 26, 2020

Entering here: https://app.timetrade.com/tc/login.do?url=spainconsulchicago

I am married to a Spainard Ferdinand Magellan I was born out of my time pierod my tomb is connected to his tomb I am the Queen of France!

Bernard Hanna | Oct 27, 2019
Luis | Oct 26, 2020

I think he wanted to put that. Being the Queen of France gives you certain privileges ...

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Does anyone know the tourist visa fee and where is it payable at? I don't see that information anywhere in the site.

Nanda Saini | Oct 27, 2019
Nanda Saini | Oct 27, 2019

Aditya, I have been there. A PDF opens up which is in Spanish but it doesn't talk about the fees or money order anywhere in the document.

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Hello, my husband and I have an appointment in September. Can you confirm if we need to obtain Apostille stamp for our documents before our appointment or is the Apostille stamp part of the VISA process?

Charity Coy | Oct 27, 2019
Federico Palomera | Oct 27, 2019

you need apostille fir your documents

What do I need to apply

Millette Gutierrez | Oct 27, 2019
Robert P | Oct 27, 2019

Go on their website... it is all explained there.

Hello I renewed my passport at the Chicago consulate, they sent it to me by mail and I realized that they were wrong in the age I am from 1988 and in the passport it goes out 1998 as I do to fix it is that I live a little far from the consulate.

Darmin Batista | Oct 27, 2019
Darlene Alonzo | Oct 26, 2021

How did you sign up? The page does not work for me

I applied for a student visa last Tuesday, I decided to pick it up this time because it’s quicker except I’m reading now that they were supposed to give me a date on when to pick it up. Has anyone else picked up their visa do they email or call you

Gabriela Fischer | Oct 27, 2019
Jacie Bissell | Oct 27, 2019

Is it quicker because you chose standard shipping? Why does it take longer to ship?

HI! I am an American Citizen who is going to study in Barcelona in September. I am familiar with the 90 day rule, but is it possible for me to not get a student visa if I am going to be traveling out of the area a lot? As long as my stay is under 90

Austin Brandenburg | Oct 27, 2019
Arnab Majumdar | Oct 27, 2019

You need a student visa if u decide to study even if you are staying below 90 days. The 90 days thing are for tourists.

do they take walkins or appointents only ?

Ravneet benipal | Oct 27, 2019
jorge velez | Oct 27, 2019

You can be able to go there and ask questions regarding process that you want to have info but if you want to go and present your documents you need to have an appointment.

Daughter headed to Spain to play pro soccer July 24 - just found out she needs a visa....no appt available on such short notice. Can she just show up Monday to get visa interview?

Holly Madden | Oct 27, 2019
Mayank Gandhi | Oct 27, 2019

Staff is considerate and flexible here. I happened to run into a similar issue last month. I ended up booking the first available slot in one of the other categories than required and showed up earlier. They processed my application promptly without any issues.

Hi, I want to renew my Spanish passport but I call and the phones out of order

Rafael Rodriguez | Oct 27, 2019
tizia Karol | Oct 27, 2019

I'm the same 😔

Hello ... When I was in the United States my passport and my Spanish ID card expired. What should I do to apply for it? I will have to register at the consulate ?????. Thank you for answering someone who has happened.

Rosa Esther Valdespino Gago | Oct 27, 2019
Lila Leon | Oct 26, 2020

Hello, I just saw your question, you can help me, what procedures did you have to do to please guide me.

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Does anyone have the email address for the Spanish consulate? I am wondering whether the 10 days window for a student visa is based on the actual first day of classes or the first day of orientation.

Matthew Crawford | Oct 27, 2019
Marija Marku | Oct 27, 2019

I wish i know

Hi. My F-1 student from Spain (studying in a Michigan high school), will be driving to Canada from Michigan and will return to Michigan. In addition to her passport and visa are there any other documents she will need? Thank you.

Margie Bond | Oct 27, 2019
Ian Cook | Oct 27, 2019

I'm not sure what other documents might be needed, but I would recommend checking the laws regarding driving and driver's licenses in foreign countries. Just to be safe

Hi, I'm Cuban and I have permanent residency in the United States and I need to travel to Spain with my family as a tourist. What steps should I follow to acquire a visa to Spain?

Ardiel Abella | Oct 27, 2019
Gabriela Hernandez | Aug 27, 2022

How long does it take to reply to my email so I can request the visa appointment, I am applying for the Schengen visa

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Hello, good afternoon, I need to make a consent for passport renewal, I need to make an appointment or I can spend any day thanks

moises rodriguez | Oct 27, 2019
Ian Cook | Oct 27, 2019

You should talk to the consulate and not ask for Google

You can do the paperwork to process the Spanish citizenship, for being of Sephardic descent, here in the Embassy of Chicago. Having all the documents?

mayra esparza | Oct 27, 2019
Rafael Perez Paton | Oct 27, 2019

If you have all the documents that are requested on the consulate's website, I don't think you will have any kind of problem. However you have to have and follow everything they ask for on the website.

Crazy situation: My daughter is currently studying in Spain for the semester. She mistakenly did NOT apply for a student visa :-\ She needs to stay longer than the 90 period allowed. Is there any way she can get a visa while there?

Emily G | Oct 27, 2019
Arnab Majumdar | Oct 27, 2019

Technically you need to get a visa at a consulate or embassy. I think the best solution will be to go to the Consulate help desk.

Can anyone tell me if these guys even open for business?

Dan Waterman | Oct 27, 2019
Federico Palomera | Oct 27, 2019

Yes. The consulate is open to the public monday to friday from 9 am to 2pm

Hello, Is your office open for visa application appointments due to the Government shutdown?

Dan Waterman | Oct 27, 2019
Federico Palomera | Oct 27, 2019

Si. Yes it is opem

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There is a mistake in my name on Spain Visa issue by this consulate? What should I do? Should I go back and submit all the documents again? or Do they have any dropbox?

Pranoy Tez | Oct 27, 2019
Luis Zambrano | Oct 27, 2019

I think you can go there and they will correct the mistake

We have had a death in the family and are not able to make our original appointment time. What is the best way to change the appointment given we need the Visa before a January 5th departure date?

Brian Garvey | Oct 27, 2019
Megan Ruffing | Oct 27, 2019

You'll need to sign in the account you made when you made the original appointment and change the date from there.

Hello, I am going to do the consular registration and I would like to know, everything must be copied from the passport and all the documentation that is sent by mail must be apostilled. Thank you

Alexandra Vélez Jaramillo | Oct 27, 2019
Lola Perez | Oct 27, 2019

Hello, I am in the same process ... could you help me?

Does Consulate General of Spain in Chicago have holiday hours from Dec 24 - Jan 2 or do they have regular hours?

Jill Powell | Oct 27, 2019
Rodrigo Pertierra de Rojas | Oct 27, 2019

As far as i know they have regular hours even though you can check it in their webpage.

Do I need to schedule an appointment to apply for NIE (foreign identification number)? I’m trying to set an appointment online, but don’t see that as an option.

Johnny Torres | Oct 27, 2019
Megan Ruffing | Oct 27, 2019

I don't know that they provide that service. I was told it's done in Spain. But, if they do I believe you would just walk in. Appointments only seem to be for visas.

Can someone tell me if the Spanish cosulate in Chicago issues the ID that I have expired, thank you ...

1000ton NZI | Oct 27, 2019
Cecilia Armijos | Oct 27, 2019

Hello, good afternoon, look, I went to get my passport, but since I was missing my birth certificate, they told me that they were going to tell me to send it because it would take 20 days. I would like to know how I know when it is ready. You call me because all my data is I will stay There

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Do you guys answer the phone? I have been trying to get through for over a week! On hold 1 hr each time!

Roxanne Couvelis | Oct 27, 2018
Erin Van Gilder | Oct 27, 2018

If you have a question that they deem isnt answered by information they provide on their website, they will answer an email. I got an answer back within one business day.

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Where I can do an appointment in the consulate?

Silvana Sampedro | Oct 27, 2018
Silvana Sampedro | Oct 27, 2018

Could you tell me where. I look fir it. I did not found it¡ thank you. Please i need the appointment

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To renew passport do you need an appointment? i come from ohio

Maria D. Gonzalez | Oct 27, 2018
Sandra Adia Ndong Alogo | Oct 27, 2018

Yes. You need an appointment

My wife is already registered and she has an appointment for August 7th, 2018 (tues). 1:20 p.m. She is applying for a tourist visa for her visit to Spain. How much exactly should the money order be made out for ? Is their an application to submit ?

James Larsen | Oct 27, 2018
Foram Dalal | Oct 27, 2018

Did you figure it out? I have my appointment soon too.

Hello, I am a Spanish Citizen and resident in the United States. I would like to know what documents and photos I need to renew my passport and if I also need an appointment to renew .. Thank you very much .. Good morning

Diana Ramirez | Oct 27, 2018
Ro | Oct 27, 2018

Diana if you need an appointment to renew your passport. you need 2 photos with a white background, an express mail envelope, the birth certificate, the old passport and 31 dollars

I am a resident of USA with a Colombian passport and i am planning a trip to Spain in last week of June 24 to July 2. Do i need anything special to travel ? ( Visa) ? Please let me know i am traveling with my daughter who is a USA citizen.

Martha Castro | Oct 27, 2018
Henry Duque | Oct 27, 2019

Could you tell me how your trip was? I an in the same situation but with a Venezuelan passport. Gracias

Does anyone know what floor their offices are located on? I need to renew my passport. Thanks!

Christian Bernardo | Oct 27, 2018
Miguel Antonio | Oct 27, 2018

15 floor

Hello, how do i renew my Spanish passport? I recently moved to a different state that doesn't have a Spanish consulate

Courage The Cowardly dog | Oct 27, 2018
Kera LePitre | Oct 27, 2018

You have to look online and find which consulate corresponds to your state. For example, the Spanish Consulate of Chicago deals with Wisconsin, Minnesota, etc.

Hi, I have tried to look at the information to renew my passport, but on the website I can not find anything. Thanks for some information

MARIA Mosby | Oct 27, 2018
Tavia Thompson | Oct 27, 2018

Maybe you can call the office. If not, look for the USCIS page.

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