Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, is called the 'island of eternal spring' for Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak, its volcanic beaches and mild weather all year. It is a unique choice for combining Spanish with island life in the Atlantic.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Tenerife. Programs from school groups such as Don Quijote and independent language schools on the island are among the options.
In Tenerife you can book short courses of 1-2 weeks. On an intensive program, one level of Spanish usually takes 4-8 weeks, and to reach a level where you can communicate in daily life we recommend a 2-4 month plan, depending on your starting level.
The biggest factor in the price is the length of your booking: the weekly fee drops noticeably for bookings of 12 weeks or more. Besides tuition, budget for items such as the registration fee, materials and the visa and travel health insurance. NGGlobal students can take advantage of the schools' seasonal offers.
At most language schools courses start every Monday, though complete beginners may have set start dates. For long programs that require a visa, we recommend applying at least 3 months ahead. July and August are the busiest months.
For study longer than 90 days, you apply to Spain's missions in Turkey for a long-stay student visa (visado de estudios). The application requires proof of enrolment on an intensive program, proof of funds, private health insurance and documents such as a police clearance; after arriving in Spain you apply for a foreigner's identity card (TIE).
Working in breach of visa rules can lead to serious penalties, so always follow the official rules. NGGlobal helps you plan your budget for the course and living costs.
Homestay is the most common option in Tenerife; living with a Spanish family is ideal for getting to know the language and food culture up close.
Living costs in Tenerife are around the Spanish average, with rent lower than in Madrid or Barcelona.
TITSA buses serve the whole island, and a tram runs between Santa Cruz and La Laguna.
Tenerife has a subtropical climate, with mild weather around 20°C all year, which is why the Canaries are called the islands of 'eternal spring'.
Tenerife is reached from Turkey with connections via Madrid or Barcelona, and the island has two airports, north (TFN) and south (TFS).
Being in the Canary Islands, Tenerife is 1 hour behind mainland Spain: 3 hours behind Turkey in winter and 2 hours behind during summer time (late March to late October).
You can decide with NGGlobal which school, course and type of accommodation suit you best. We follow the whole process for you, from application and visa to arrival.
Tenerife is part of Spain, so the same Schengen visa rules apply to Turkish citizens.
Yes. A cable car takes you close to the summit, and reaching the top requires a permit booked in advance.
Yes. Schools offer homestay, student house and shared apartment options, and NGGlobal arranges your accommodation together with your enrolment.
Working on a Schengen visa is prohibited, and on a long-stay student visa work rights depend on the type of program and current rules.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
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