Consolato dell'India a Barcellona

Spanish passport holders in Catalonia and northeastern Spain can apply for Indian e-Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in for tourism, business, medical treatment, medical attendant, and conference purposes. E-Visa requires application four days in advance and is not granted on arrival. For regular visas (work, study, long-term business, research, journalism, employment), residents of Catalonia, Aragon, and Balearic Islands can apply through BLS International Barcelona located at Second Floor, 103 Paseo de Gracia, Barcelona. Appointments must be scheduled through blsinternational.com/india/spain/. BLS Barcelona processes visa applications for the consulate's jurisdiction. For visa queries specific to Barcelona consular area, contact cons.barcelona@mea.gov.in or the embassy visa section at visa.madrid@mea.gov.in. Required documents include passport with minimum 6 months validity, photographs, travel itinerary, proof of financial means, and purpose-specific documents. Spanish residents should apply well in advance of planned travel. BLS helpline: +34-930306449.

Barcelona and Catalonia represent a significant portion of Spain's economic activity and India-Spain trade relations. Catalonia is Spain's most economically dynamic region accounting for about 20% of Spanish GDP. Barcelona is a major industrial, commercial, and logistics hub with important sectors including automotive, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food processing, textiles, and technology. Indian exports to Catalonia include chemical products, textiles and garments (Catalan fashion and textile industry sources from India), pharmaceuticals (India supplies generic medicines to Catalan healthcare sector), leather goods, automotive components, and IT services. Catalan/Spanish exports to India from the region include machinery and mechanical equipment (Catalan machinery manufacturers export to Indian manufacturing sector), chemical products, automotive components (Catalan automotive suppliers integrated with Spanish and European auto industry serving India), pharmaceutical products and active ingredients, and technology products. Indian IT companies have established presence in Barcelona serving Spanish, Catalan, and broader European markets. The consulate supports trade promotion and business facilitation for companies in its jurisdiction.

The consulate facilitates business relations between India and Catalonia/northeastern Spain. Indian companies can contact the consulate for market intelligence, business contacts, and facilitation support. The consulate coordinates with Catalan chambers of commerce, business associations, and government agencies including ACCIÓ (Catalonia Trade & Investment) to support bilateral commercial opportunities. Barcelona hosts major international trade fairs and events where India maintains active participation including Mobile World Congress (telecom and mobile technology - February, attracting massive Indian delegation of companies, executives, and government officials), Smart City Expo World Congress (November, where Indian smart cities initiatives showcased), Barcelona Textile Expo, Alimentaria (food and beverage - biennial), Hispack (packaging), and Vitafoods Europe (nutraceuticals). Indian pavilions and delegations attend these events for business networking, technology partnerships, and market access. Key sectors of bilateral business cooperation in Barcelona region include information technology and digital services, telecommunications and mobile technology, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, automotive and components, textiles and fashion, food processing and gastronomy, renewable energy, logistics and port services, tourism and hospitality, and biotechnology. The consulate also supports Catalan businesses seeking Indian partnerships, technology collaborations, or market access in India.

The Consulate General is located at Floors 16 & 17, Torre Allianz, Carrer de Tarragona 107-109, Sants-Montjuïc, Barcelona 08014. Torre Allianz is a modern office building in the Sants-Montjuïc district. The location is accessible via Barcelona Metro: Tarragona station (Line 3 - Green Line) or Espanya station (Lines 1 and 3, also FGC trains). Barcelona has an excellent public transportation system operated by TMB (metro and buses) and other providers. The area is well-connected by bus routes. Street parking is limited; public transportation recommended. Visitors must present valid government-issued photo identification (passport) and pass security screening to enter the building and consulate. Only persons with confirmed appointments will be admitted. The consulate observes both Indian and Spanish/Catalan public holidays. Indian national celebrations including Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15), Gandhi Jayanti (October 2), and Diwali are celebrated by the Indian community in Barcelona. International Day of Yoga (June 21) features yoga events across Barcelona. Mobile World Congress in February brings large Indian business delegation to Barcelona with hundreds of Indian executives, entrepreneurs, and government officials attending. Barcelona's attractions for Indian visitors include Antoni Gaudí's architectural masterpieces (Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Casa Batlló), Gothic Quarter, La Rambla, Mediterranean beaches, museums (Picasso Museum, MNAC), Camp Nou (FC Barcelona stadium), Montjuïc, and vibrant food scene. The city's Mediterranean climate, cultural richness, and cosmopolitan character appeal to Indian tourists and business travelers. For Indians traveling to Barcelona region, the consulate website and BLS provide comprehensive information on visa requirements, consular services, and travel guidance.