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I will be traveling to Spain as a collaborator in an research institute. While looking for accommodation, I have found a person willing to rent a room to me for almost 3 months (less than 90 days). I have had email correspondence with him on this matter.

So, what do I show as Proof of accommodation in my visa application? Is it feasible/possible to sign some kind of agreement with the host and will that be accepted as proof of accommodation

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  • Can your host research institution provide an additional proof on their letterhead with a seal or some such? I assume this is a short stay visa instead of a one year long stay visa. – dearN Nov 11 '17 at 14:46
  • It is a short stay and my host institute is sending me an internship agreement, but they are not the ones providing me with accommodation. I am looking for accommodation privately – Prada Nov 11 '17 at 14:59
  • Does your research institute have an international office? If so, contact them. I worked in France on a long stay visa. Granted, it is a different visa than "short stay" but my host institution's international office included in their paperwork that I would be looking for accommodation privately. – dearN Nov 11 '17 at 21:50
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You would likely need more than an email as proof accommodation, as part of the visa application to Spain (consistent with Schengen visa guidance).

A letter of invitation outlining the fee-based agreement would be more suitable, the person renting to you should be a citizen or a legal resident Spain, the document verified at the local police station. It should have:

  • Name of the individual (landlord or sublessor)
  • His/her contact details (address, telephone, email)
  • Address of the rented unit
  • Rental period (entry and exit dates)
  • Indication that the unit (house/apartment/room) is a legal rental (i.e., registered with appropriate authorities)
  • Signature of landlord and renter

Attach the original, signed letter to your application.

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