Bienvenidos auxiliares,
By now I'm sure you've become familiar with the politics of the North American Language and Culture Assistants in Spain program. Applying for the visa, gathering documentation, visiting consulates, and spending the money it costs to do all the above--it's all just a test of responsibility, so GROW UP! As hectic as the process can be at times, you've made it this far and I wouldn't recommend you slow down now -- you've got a plane to catch.
First step of this process is to spread your wings and fly! My flight was 8 hours and 25 minutes, one-way from Charlotte, North Carolina to Madrid, Spain. I bought my ticket from www.statravel.com because they gave friendly discounts and even have an airfare deposit program. But before your departure date, make you've packed the following...
Checklist:
- Passport (with Visa sticker inside)
- Copy of passport
- Flight itinerary
- Copy of flight itinerary
- Visa application
- Medical certificate
- Background check with apostille seal (original)
- Four passport-size photos for NIE appointment
- School placement letter (original or e-mail format)
These are all essential documents you can't leave behind, that your life in this moment depends on, and that you'll need to apply for your residency card. Now hop on that plane and ride like the wind, bull's eye!
Tip - If you're straight-up fancy, wealthy enough, or just plain lucky like I was, you should fly business class:
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| Boeing jet business class pamphlet |
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| Appetizers |
