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If you are looking to study Spanish in Spain with a student visa (Type D), Granada is one of the best destinations in Spain. Since 1986, our Spanish language school has welcomed international students from around the world, offering high-quality programmes and full support throughout the visa process.

With nearly four decades of experience, we specialize in long-term Spanish courses (24 to 48 weeks) designed specifically for non-EU students who need a student visa to live and study in Spain.

Our long-term programmes are ideal for students who want full linguistic immersion and official enrollment for visa purposes. These courses are perfect for:

• Non-EU students applying for a Spanish student visa (Type D)
• Students preparing for university studies in Spain
• Professionals improving their Spanish for international careers
• Anyone seeking complete cultural and linguistic immersion

Our programmes include:

• Structured progression from A1 to C1/C2
• Small group classes
• Continuous academic monitoring
• Preparation for official Spanish exams
• Official enrollment documents required for visa applications

By choosing a long-term Spanish course in Granada, you ensure both academic quality and full compliance with Spanish visa requirements.

A multicultural learning environment
Our school hosts students from Morocco, Mauritania, Sudan, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the United States, China, Vietnem, Japan, Syria, Palestine, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia.

In recent years, we have also seen increasing demand from African countries such as Cameroon, Ghana, and Togo, reflecting the growing importance of Spanish as a global language.

This international environment creates a unique multicultural atmosphere where Spanish becomes the bridge between cultures.

Why study Spanish in Granada?
Granada is one of the most attractive cities in Spain for international students. Known worldwide for the breathtaking Alhambra, the city offers a perfect balance between history, culture, and student life.

Home to the prestigious University of Granada, Granada has a vibrant academic atmosphere that makes it ideal for long-term study.

Key advantages of choosing Granada:

• Lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona
• Safe and welcoming environment
• Authentic Spanish lifestyle
• Medium-sized city ideal for integration
• Excellent climate in southern Spain

When you study Spanish in Granada, you don’t just attend classes — you live the language every day.

Student visa (type d) support
Applying for a Spanish student visa (Type D) can seem complex. Our administrative team provides guidance throughout the enrollment process and issues all required documentation for your visa application.

Thanks to our extensive experience working with non-EU students, we understand the specific requirements for different countries and help make the process smooth and efficient.

A Spanish language school with experience since 1986
Choosing the right Spanish language school in Spain is essential, especially when applying for a long-term visa. Since 1986, we have built a reputation for academic excellence, personalized attention, and professional administration.

If you are planning to study Spanish in Spain for 6, 9, or 12 months, our long-term programs in Granada offer the perfect combination of quality education, cultural immersion, and visa support.

Start your Spanish journey in Granada — and open the door to new academic and professional opportunities.

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Are you planning to apply for Spanish nationality this year? At Escuela Montalbán, located in the heart of Granada, we help you successfully prepare for the official nationality exams: DELE and PRUEBA CCSE, with specialised courses and experienced teachers.

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to move forward with your nationality process. These are the first official exam sessions of the year:

• PRUEBA CCSE test: 27th and 29th January
• DELE A2 exam: 13th February

If you still need to prepare or want to improve your chances of success, now is the ideal moment.

At Escuela Montalbán we offer exam-focused preparation courses, fully adapted to the official requirements of the Instituto Cervantes:

• Practical, exam-oriented training
• Real DELE and CCSE mock exams
• Teachers specialised in nationality exams
• Personalised attention
• On-site classes in Granada

Whether you need to pass the DELE A2 or the PRUEBA CCSE test on Spanish constitutional and socio-cultural knowledge, we guide you step by step.

With over 40 years of experience in teaching Spanish, we are a well-established language school in Granada. Our approach combines academic excellence, personal support and in-depth knowledge of the official exams.

Escuela Montalbán – Your path to Spanish nationality starts here.

Escuela Montalbán turns 40: an anniversary to celebrate together!

The year 2026 will be very special for Escuela Montalbán, as we will be celebrating no less than 40 years of teaching Spanish in Granada. Four decades dedicated to teaching the Spanish language and culture, accompanying thousands of students from all over the world in their learning and personal growth experience.

Since our founding in 1986, Escuela Montalbán has established itself as a leader in teaching Spanish as a foreign language in Andalusia, thanks to an educational project based on academic quality, approachability, and commitment to our students.

A year full of commemorative activities

To celebrate this important anniversary, starting in January 2026, we will begin a series of special activities and events that will take place throughout the year and culminate in November 2026 with a grand finale.

Among the initiatives we are preparing are:

• Special campaigns on social media, where we will share memories, stories, photographs, and testimonials from students and teachers who have been part of the school's history.
• Scholarships and special promotions, as a token of our gratitude to our international community.
• Raffles and participatory activities, designed to involve both former and current students.
• And, as a grand finale, a big anniversary party in November 2026 to celebrate these 40 years of history in Granada together.
  
  

Thank you for being part of our history

This anniversary would not be possible without all the people who have been part of Escuela Montalbán over the years: students, teachers, host families, collaborators, and friends. They are all part of our identity and our history. We invite you to stay tuned to our blog and social media, where we will be announcing each of the activities and surprises we are preparing to celebrate this special anniversary.

40 years teaching Spanish, 40 years creating unforgettable experiences!

We are pleased to present you our next year Spanish course programme.

We have actually maintained the prices of our main courses for 2026 with some news and exceptions.

Please find here our new dates and prices for next year!

Would you like to finish your Spanish course in Granada with an official certificate?
Our Spanish language school in Granada is as a member of FEDELE an examination centre for the D.E.L.E. exams. The internationally recognised D.E.L.E. certificates (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera) are issued by the Spanish Ministry of Education. The D.E.L.E. exams are organised by FEDELE Spain (National Federation of Spanish Language Schools) through their regional Federations and the Instituto Cervantes.

D.E.L.E. counseling
Our D.E.L.E. exams are taking place on 5 different levels (A2/B1/B2/C1/C2) at our school. An evaluation of the own language level is often difficult. For this reason, we offer an approximately 1,5 hour personal counseling interview with a final level classification. Before you register for the exam, make an appointment with us!

Please check the exam dates 2026 on our website!

Escuela Montalbán has obtained the ELE Socially Responsible School certificate in 2023 and in 2025.
FEDELE offers its member schools a seal of quality called "Socially Responsible ELE School" with the aim of having schools that care for the environment, schools that promote values and human rights, schools that promote safety and socially responsible schools.

Escuela Montalbán has started to collaborate with the NGO Movimiento por la Paz de Granada. It is an independent, secular and progressive movement that since 1983 has been working for the fulfilment of human rights, democratic governance, equality and solidarity between individuals and nations.

Our school will offer scholarships to refugees under the tutelage of this association.

In spring we offer regular weekly cultural walks with our teacher Francisco. Some options are:

- Guided visit to the Granada Sciene Park
The Parque de las Ciencias de Granada is an interactive museum located in the Spanish city of Granada. It was inaugurated in May 1995 and currently occupies 70 000 m². It is located in an area of the Figares district and has become one of the main tourist attractions of the city.

- Walk to the forest of the Alhambra
The "Bosque de Alhambra" is the forest that encircles the fortres Alhambra. Its boundaries is generally set by the fence surrounding the complex which starts at the bastion tower "Torre de los Picos" on the north bank of the river Darro, and to the wall that connects the Alhambra with the "Torre Bermejas" towers which covers northern and western area around the Moorish fortress

- Literary walk to the Fuente del Avellano
This walk along the left side of the River Darro will bring you closer to the history of poetry and literature in Granada. In 1897, Ángel Ganivet and Fuente del Avellano fraternity were gathering together next to this fountain, while enjoying the views of the caves and the Sacromonte Abbey. Since 2003, several plates with poems written by local and international authors are along the way guiding you to the fountain.

-The viewpoints of the Sacromonte
The Sacromonte district of Granada has several viewpoints offering panoramic views of the city, including the Alhambra, the Generalife and the Albaicín. One of the most outstanding is the Mirador de las Cuevas, located next to the Museo Cuevas del Sacromonte, which offers sweeping views of the Alhambra and the city.

Discover our language immersion trips to Granada specifically designed for secondary school groups from all over Europe. We offer a unique opportunity to enhance Spanish language skills. Through engaging interactive activities and enriching intercultural experiences, students immerse themselves in the heart of authentic Andalusian culture.

Provide your students with an unforgettable trip to Granada, where they can explore our vibrant heritage while developing their language proficiency. Our programs combine education with adventure, ensuring a well-rounded experience that fosters Spanish language mastery and a deeper appreciation of our local culture.

Our school already started to organize the first secondary school trips in 2025. Among several other groups, a small group of adolescent students visited us from the Ökumenisches Domgymnasium in Magdeburg, Germany.

Their programme consisted in 3 hous of Spanish in the mornings, host family accommodation with full board and cultural activities such as Flamenco at the Zambra Maria La Canastera at the Sacromonte area, a guided visit to the Arab quarter Albaicín and a guided visit to the Alhambra.