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Study Spanish language in Barcelona

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is not only a cultural and economic hub but also one of the most visited cities in Spain — with nearly 8 million tourists in 2023 alone. If you’re looking to learn Spanish in its native setting, there’s no better place than this vibrant Mediterranean city.

Whether you’re coming for a short holiday or planning a longer stay, we offer Spanish courses at some of the most reputable and authentic language schools in Barcelona.

And if your goal is to apply for a student visa, we’ll guide you every step of the way. We partner with top-rated schools such as SpeakEasy, BCNLip, Expanish, Sunlight, and NLCollege to ensure both high-quality education and full visa support.

Spanish Courses in Barcelona

Choose the type of course you are interested in below. While the 20 and 10 hour per week courses are from 1 to 12 weeks, the 1-year program is created for the student visa

For Emigration / 20 hours per week

These long-term Spanish courses are ideal for students who plan to apply for a student visa, which must be requested through the Spanish consulate in your country of citizenship or legal residence. You can find more detailed information about the visa process on our blog.

In Barcelona, we currently work with five trusted partner schools that offer these visa-eligible programs.

Start dates for beginners: Once a month (available year-round)*
Start dates for A2 level and above: Any Monday*
Available levels: A1 to C2
Group size: 5 to 10 students
Course intensity: 20 hours per week (4 hours/day)
Holidays included: 4 to 12 weeks depending on the course and duration

*Start dates may vary slightly depending on the school.

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University Pathway / Spanish + Subjects

If you’ve recently completed high school and earned your secondary education diploma — and you’re planning to apply to a Spanish university — this course is a perfect fit.

Bachelor’s degree programs in Spain are primarily taught in Castellano (standard Spanish), which means that most entrance exams must be taken in Spanish. This Pathway course is specifically designed to help international students prepare for that challenge.

Here’s how the program works:
From September to January: You focus on learning Spanish, aiming to reach at least a B1 level.
From January to May: The school prepares you for the official university entrance exams.
In early June: You sit for the national exams (PAU/EBAU or PCE), depending on the region.

Course structure:

Start dates: September or October
Spanish classes: September to January
Subject preparation: January to May
Additional Spanish support: June to August (optional)

No prior knowledge of Spanish is required — the course is suitable for complete beginners. However, having an A2 or B1 level before starting can make your progress smoother and allow more time to focus on subject preparation.

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For Tourism / 20 hours per week

The 20-hour-per-week Spanish language course is one of the most effective and immersive learning options available in Spain. Most expats and international students choose this format, which typically includes 4 hours of classes per day, Monday through Friday.

In a large and vibrant city like Barcelona, you’ll find a wide selection of competitive, high-quality language schools. Many of them offer flexible class schedules — with both morning sessions (starting around 9:00 AM) and evening classes (as late as 6:00 to 9:00 PM).

Start dates for beginners: Once a month, year-round
Start dates for A2 and above: Any Monday
Levels available: A1 to C2
Group size: Up to 10 students
Class intensity: 2 sessions per day (each lasting 1.5 to 2 hours)

This program is ideal for those looking to learn Spanish quickly, whether for daily communication, further studies, or future career opportunities.

How we provide discounts

We are an official representative of various Spanish language schools in Barcelona and other major cities in Spain. Our role is to connect new students with trusted language schools. In return, the schools pay us a commission — so you don’t pay anything extra for our services and consultations.

Thanks to this partnership, we’re able to offer our students an exclusive discounts, which comes directly from our commission. We are ready to help you in the process of registering in the school and / or obtaining a student visa.

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Schools & Locations in Barcelona

Liberty Lingvo collaborates with five Spanish language schools in Barcelona, which all have an Accreditation of the Cervantes Institute:

Sunlight Language School
Speakeasy BCN
NLCollege
Expanish
BCNLip

Scroll down to learn more about them

Sunlight Language School

One of the best schools in Barcelona with an ideal price/quality ratio with 1-year courses starting at 3.700 euros

Speakeasy BCN

The SpeakeasyBCN School is located in the very center of Barcelona, opposite the Universidad de Barcelona, and specializes in teaching Spanish to foreigners.

BCNLip

It's an academy founded by the school's director Sofia Pariente Buzon in 2008. BCNLip offers very advantageous study conditions in Barcelona. The school has several buildings in different areas of the city.

NLCollege

The first NLCollege school campus in Spain was opened in Madrid back in 2017. The main goal of the school has always been to help students learn Spanish while creating unforgettable experiences and memories.

Prices in Barcelona

The city is know for its high costs of living and these prices below are an indication of that

1.500€ / month

Median apartment rent in Barça for 12 months
700€ / month

Median 1-year room rent
12,55€

10 trips in a public transport including bus, tram, metro (Tarjeta T-casual)
2.00€

Average price of your favorite Cafe con Leche