This guide will help you to resolve frequent doubts and to settle in more easily so that you can fully enjoy your academic and personal experience in Spain.
Madrid is the political, financial and cultural capital of Spain. It is a lively, cosmopolitan, welcoming and safe city.
It is perfectly connected with all European capitals and with the main capitals of the world; with one of the most modern airports and an international referencewith more than 200 direct flights and with 30 national destinations by high-speed train. It also has the second largest underground network in Europe with 294 km and a total of 304 stations.
Madrid has a population of approximately 3.4 million inhabitants and 6.9 million including the metropolitan area, making it the most populated city in Spain and the third most populated in the European Union, behind Paris and London.
The Community of Madrid has the highest concentration of students in Spainand one of the highest in Europe: more than 300,000 university students, which facilitates an intense cultural, artistic, sporting and gastronomic activity and a very active nightlife. It is the third city in the world for the organisation of international events and is home to the headquarters of more than 2,000 multinational companies.
UDIT has two urban campuses. One of the advantages in the daily management of studying at UDIT is its privileged location in Madrid, with two of the few Urban Campuses in the city.
The International Campus of Design and Creative Industries is also located in one of the quietest areas of Madrid: the Chamartín district, which is made up of neighbourhoods such as Plaza de Castilla, El Viso, Hispanoamérica and Nueva España. The International Campus of Innovation, Technology and Applied Sciences is located in the central Alcalá street, being a sustainable and strategically connected space, oriented to innovation, entrepreneurship and new technologies.
Madrid is a very well communicated city. It is a large city, but you can get from one end to the other by public transport.
Under 26s can use the metro, bus and suburban trains as many times as they want for around €20/month.
In order to apply for it, you must first purchase a personal public transport card, either online or at the Public Transport Card Management Offices (012 telephone number for appointments or on the Public Transport Card Management website). The cost of issuing the card is €4 and it is topped up at tobacconists or stations every month.
In an unbeatable location, next to Castellana and Plaza Castilla. Resa Paseo de la Habana is an oasis in the heart of Madrid, with a swimming pool, top facilities and all the services you need.
Single rooms without kitchen, residence with dining room and common kitchens. Top common areas such as swimming pool, green indoor terrace and rooftop.
Address: Av. Comandante Franco, 6 - 28016, Madrid
Underground: Pío XII and Plaza Castilla Chamartín
Email: lahabana@resa.es
We have a new residence in one of the top areas of the capital: Madrid Nuevo Norte. Specifically, in the Chamartín neighbourhood.
With the best facilities and all the services you need. Single or double rooms with or without kitchen, with dining room. Common areas such as multipurpose area, swimming pool, rooftop, indoor terrace, cinema area and bleachers.
Address: C. Arenal de Maudes, 3, Chamartín, 28036 Madrid.
Metro: Duque de Pastrana and Cuzco.
E-mail: chamartin@resa.es
Live the best university experience in the heart of Madrid with Resa Claudio Coello. The ideal location in unbeatable facilities with all the services you need. Single or double rooms with or without kitchen, with dining room. Communal areas such as swimming pool and rooftop.
All new residence halls have study rooms, leisure rooms, gymnasium, 24/7 attention by the RESA team, and a programme of activities that accompanies them throughout the year.
Address: C. de Claudio Coello, 141, 28006 Madrid
Metro: Rubén Darío y Gregorio Marañón
E-mail: claudiocoello@resa.es
As a UDIT student, enjoy 50% off your enrolment fee!
Welcome Pack on arrival at the residence and events you will never forget. Single/double rooms with or without kitchen.
Boarding options, leisure rooms, gyms, swimming pool, sports areas, study rooms and cinema rooms.
Address: Barrio Fuencarral - 11 residences in Madrid Norte Metro: Begoña
Train: Madrid-Ramón y Cajal Bus: 66, 137, 1 Tlf: + +34 646 983 181
Instagram: @micampusresi
Email: wynwood@micampusliving.com
Web: https://micampusresidencias.com/ residencias-universitarias-madrid/residencias
With a wide variety of common areas specially designed for you to enjoy your free time, as well as added services, wellness support, social activities and events, Collegiate Madrid Chamartín offers a unique university experience.
Address: Calle Agustín de Foxá 34, 28036 Madrid, Spain
Metro: Duque de Pastrana and Colombia Tlf: +34 680 20 29 79
Email: madridchamartin@collegiate-ac.eu
Find answers to the most common questions about procedures, accommodation, transport, health and other key aspects to facilitate your arrival and adaptation to life in Spain as an international student.
Public Transport Card
- The monthly transport pass lasts for 30 days. It is governed by zones and if you are under 26 years of age, you have some discounts.
- To apply for the card for the first time, you can do it online (by appointment) or in person at one of the Public Transport Card Management Offices.
- You must bring the following documents with you, once you have made your appointment:
1. Recent, passport-sized, colourphotograph(except for processing at the management office, where the photograph is taken on the spot).
2. National ID card, passport or residence permit.
3. Application form (proof of the appointment).
- When applying for the card, you must pay €4 in cash.
- To top up your season ticket you can go to one of the offices or machines and pay in cash or by card, depending on the zone you are going to use.
Youth Season Ticket (15-25 years old): 10 € (20 € without discount).
Zone A Pass: €32.70 (€54.60 without discount).
Zone B1 Pass: 38,20 € (63,70 € without discount).
Season Ticket Zone B2: 43,20 € (72,00 € without discount).
Season Ticket Zones B3, C1, C2: 49,20 € (82,00 € without discount).
Season Ticket Zone E1: 66,30 € (110,60 € without discount).
E2 Zone Pass: 79,00 € (131,80 € without discount).
As soon as you have the place where you are going to live, you must go to your local town hall to request the census certificate ( a census that the city authorities do to find out how many citizens live in the municipality).
This document is essential for many of the immigration procedures you will have to carry out. It is necessary for both internationals and students with dual nationality from the European Union.
How to do the procedure:
Online: through the Madrid City Council Electronic Headquarters. In person: From 16 January 2023, at the Citizens' Advice Bureaux, except for the auxiliary offices in Aravaca, Valverde (temporarily closed), El Pardo and the support office in Las Tablas, which will be available without prior appointment. You can consult the OACs available near you via the link Oficinas de Atención a la Ciudadanía.
For more information:
- By telephone: Through the free telephone number 010, if you are calling from the city of Madrid, or 915 298 210, if you are calling from the city of Madrid or from outside (billed like any other call to the municipality of Madrid, depending on the rates contracted by the calling subscriber).
- Through RRSS Linea Madrid:
Twitter: @Lineamadrid
Facebook Messenger: @Lineamadrid
Online chat: Click on the 'Chat on line Linea Madrid' icon that you will find floating. The interested party or person representing him/her may appear.
1. Non nationals/non dual nationals of EU countries
If you are not a national of one of the EU countries, you need to apply for a TIE - Tarjeta de Identidad Extranjera (TIE - Foreigner's Identity Card).
Applying for a Foreigner's Identity Card (TIE)
Since the studies you are going to carry out in Spain will last for more than six months, you must apply for a TIE, which will include your NIE (Foreign Identity Number). You have a period of one month from your arrival in Spain to do this in person at the Foreigners' Office or at the National Police Station corresponding to your place of Spanish residence.
It is essential to request an appointment (fingerprinting) through the following link by clicking on accessing the procedure - Madrid province and the option Police-Fingerprinting.
Documentation to be submitted for fingerprinting:
1. Proof of the appointment.
2. EX-17 application form.
3. Your passport with entry stamp to Spain.
4. Admission letter from the University.
5. Census registration form.
6. 1 passport photograph (size 32 by 26 millimetres), in colour and white background.
7. Proof of payment of the fee model 790 (code 012).
2. EU citizens
If you are a citizen of one of the EU member states, you must apply for the EU Citizen Registration Certificate.
You mustmake an appointment through the following link - Cita Previa Extranjería- Acceder al Procedimiento- Madrid- Certificado de Registro de Ciudadano UE.
1. Proof of appointment.
2. Census registration receipt.
3. Application form EX18 (original and photocopy).
4. Valid passport or National Identity Card of an EU country (original and photocopy).
5. Admission letter from the University.
6. Medical insurance.
7. Document accrediting financial means for the period of stay.
8. Tax Form 790 (Cod. 012) paid at any bank. The printed form can be downloaded from the police headquarters - Tax 790.
Health coverage:
Foreign students admitted to UDIT are advised to enquire about any bilateral agreements that may exist between the government of their country of origin and the Spanish government at the Foreigners' Offices or consulates of your home country.
These agreements usually allow people legally residing in Spanish territory the right to benefits such as, for example, Spanish social security benefits (medical care).
Failing this, you will be obliged to take out private medical insurance. Important: The insurance has to cover the entire period of stay and all types of health care without limitations, co-payments or deductibles.
Bank account:
If you are thinking of opening a bank account in Spain, you can do so with your passport.
It is important that you go to the bank you are interested in and check all the options they offer.
Here are some banks where you can open an account with your passport. - CaixaBank - Santander - BBVA
Contact us If you need any clarification do not hesitate to contact us at admision.internacional@udit.es and atencionalestudiante@udit.es
