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Pre-Departure Requirements - Barcelona

After students are accepted and before they begin their semester, summer, or academic year in Barcelona, Spain, there are several items that need to be submitted to IAU's U.S. Office. Please complete these in a timely manner by the deadlines below.

For Semester and Summer Programs in Barcelona, Spain, please refer to the below list of requirements.

  • Program Commitment - In order to let us know you are coming abroad with IAU, complete the Program Commitment form sent in your acceptance email. 
  • Enrollment Deposit - After students are accepted to an IAU study abroad program, the full enrollment deposit of $1,000 will be due by the established deposit deadline (deadline varies by term: May 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, or April 1 for Summer programs unless the deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday and in that case the deposit deadline will be the closest weekday/business day to the deadline). The full $1,000 enrollment deposit will be credited towards the student invoice or in accordance with the billing procedures with the home institution. Students will receive instruction in their acceptance email on where to pay the deposit. If you are applying to one of IAU's January Term Traveling Seminars, please see below for instructions.
  • Wellness Questionnaire In order to better assist students while abroad, we request that students complete the Wellness and Accommodations Questionnaire. This information will allow IAU to provide support should health/mental health concerns arise during the study abroad experience, and particularly in the event of a health emergency. IAU may request additional documentation from students’ health care provider as part of their application. This documentation will provide guidance to IAU on how to best support students during their participation in the program.
  • Travel Itinerary - You will upload your travel information through your acceptance email so our team can advise you through your arrival. Please do not book any flights until you are accepted into the program and receive more information.
  • Course Selection - After you are accepted, you will receive course registration instructions through email.
  • Visa Submission - Semester and academic year students with a U.S. passport will need a student visa. Students are encouraged to begin working through the appropriate visa process for their study location immediately upon acceptance. Please refer to the Passport and Visa page for Spain for specific details regarding the visa application process included a pre-recorded visa webinar. IAU will provide the necessary documentation required to prove you will be a student abroad, but the remaining application, fees, and materials to receive a visa are the responsibility of the student.
    • Financial Assistance Form - If you are paying IAU directly and relying on financial assistance to cover all or a portion of your IAU tuition and fees, please request the Financial Assistance Form from enroll@iau.edu, complete your portion, and then have a financial aid advisor from your home institution complete their section and return it to IAU. Please upload your complete form through your student portal. This items is not applicable to all students.
    A Note on Passports - Please note that for all IAU programs your passport must adhere to the following guidelines: it must be in good condition, with a date of expiration at least 6 months after the end of your stay in the Schengen area (Europe), and issued within the past 10 years and containing at least 2 blank pages. 

    A Note on the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program - IAU recommends that all students register with the U.S. State Department's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).  By enrolling in this system, the U.S. Embassy can keep students updated with important safety and security announcements.  It will also help family and friends get in touch during an emergency.  For more information and to register, please visit the STEP website.

    A Note on our Cancellation Policy - All students are held to IAU's Financial Policies when cancelling enrollment in an IAU program.

    Due Dates*


    Fall Semester Students: 

    By May 15:
    • Program Commitment
    • Program Deposit
    • Wellness Questionnaire
    • Financial Assistance Form (OPTIONAL)
    By June 15:
    • Course Registration
    • Travel Itinerary
    No less than 30 days prior to program start date: 
    • Copy of Student Visa

    Spring Semester Students: 

    By October 15:
    • Program Commitment
    • Program Deposit
    • Wellness Questionnaire
    • Financial Assistance Form (OPTIONAL)
    By November 15:
    • Course Registration
    • Travel Itinerary
    No less than 30 days prior to program start date: 
    • Copy of Student Visa


    Summer Term Students: 

    By April 1:
    • Program Commitment
    • Program Deposit
    • Wellness Questionnaire
    • Financial Assistance Form (OPTIONAL)
    By April 15:
    • Course Registration
    • Travel Itinerary
    *If an indicated deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, the deadline will be the closest weekday/business day to the intended deadline.