STUDENT SERVICES
Welcome to Student Services
We are here to help you settle
Your support hub for housing, health insurance, and arrival assistance — so you can focus on your studies and student life in Barcelona.
Meet Our Partners
We collaborate with trusted partners to make your experience at SBS Swiss Business School Barcelona smooth and enjoyable. These partnerships ensure you have access to reliable services and exclusive offers, so you can focus on your studies, connections, and student life.
Accommodation
We work with trusted housing partners to help you find:
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Apartments and shared flats
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Co living options tailored to students
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University residencies close to campus
Special student rates and curated options are available.
Airport pickup and arrival services
Arrange airport pick up and a smooth arrival through our concierge partner:
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Visit mypremiumconcierge.com and go to Contact then Continue
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Select Ground Transportation and submit the form
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You will receive confirmation and direct contact from the concierge team
Extra services include luggage help, key delivery, city tours, move in support and lifestyle concierge options.
health insurance guidance
Spanish law requires health coverage for the whole duration of your stay.
FOR EU STUDENTS
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Apply for an EHIC in your home country to access the public health system in Spain
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Alternatively choose a private plan valid in Spain
FOR NON EU STUDENTS
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We can recommend private plans from approximately €42 per month up to annual options around €599 depending on age and coverage
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Options include dental coverage, travel assistance, repatriation and hospitalization support
VISA SERVICES
Congratulations! You have just been officially accepted onto your BBA or MSc program. So how can you apply for your visa?
Can SBS Swiss Business School Barcelona help me with the visa application process?
Of course! Our Student Services team will be happy to provide support with your visa application process wherever necessary. The first step would be for you to visit your local Spanish Embassy in your region to start the visa application process.
What should I do if my visa application is refused?
This is always a shame for us to hear! Don’t worry though, because it doesn’t mean that you will never be able to get a student visa to come and study with us in Barcelona. If your student visa is rejected, please get in contact with the Admissions department as soon as possible, so we can help you with the process to re-apply for the visa.
What is the refund policy if my visa has been rejected?
If your visa is rejected by the Visa Authorities, please get in contact with the Admissions department as soon as possible, with a copy of proof that your visa was rejected.
Our refund policy is stated in your conditional acceptance letter under the refund policy section.
Can I work in Spain with a study visa?
We believe in the importance of putting what you have learned in the classroom into real life practice. If getting a part time job whilst you’re studying is an attractive prospect to you, you will be happy to hear that with a student visa it is possible for you to gain work experience of up to 20 hours per week in your chosen sector. Our Student Services team are here to help you find that dream job while you continue with your studies!
What is a “NIE” or a ''TIE''? What do I need it for? What do I need to do to obtain it?
A NIE is a Foreigners Identification Number (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) that is for people who move to Spain from a country within the EU. It is mandatory to apply a NIE once you arrive in Spain for any official Spanish processes.
A TIE is a foreign Identity Card (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) for anyone who wishes to come and live in Spain from outside the EU (now including the UK). It is compulsory to apply for this once you arrive in Spain for any official Spanish process.
You can either intend to apply for the NIE or TIE alone, or if you wish, please contact our Student Services department, we can help you with this process.
What type of insurance do I need while studying in Barcelona?
If you hold a NIE or TIE, you are able to use the public health care system in Barcelona, called CAT Salut. If you wish to register with them, our Student Services department is available to help you with this registration process.
We also work with private health insurance companies. If you wish to take out private health insurance during your stay in Barcelona, please contact the Student Services team and they will be happy to help you with this.
BxC Advisors offers specialized legal and compliance services to ensure a stress-free transition for students moving to Spain. Their expertise, covering immigration, labor, and tax matters, provides you with complete support for your stay.
Legal Status & Immigration
Assistance with Student Visas and Authorization processes, obtaining the TIE (Foreign ID Card) for non-EU citizens, or the CRUE (EU Citizen Registration Certificate) for EU citizens.
Essential Registrations
Guidance on obtaining the Empadronamiento (census registry) and applying for a Digital Certificate, which is essential for online interaction with public entities.
Work Authorization
Support in understanding the new regulations that allow students to work up to 30 hours per week without their work hours overlapping with studies.
Comprehensive Advice
Connecting you with experts for additional labor, taxation (like RENTA), and civil support.
Ask your question—we're here to help!
CONTACT US!
If you have any question or need more information feel free to reach out