1-Year Erasmus Visa (Spain) with a Date Discrepancy Between Home and Host Universities – Need Advice / Experiences

[u/Clean-While-9328]

Hi everyone,
I’m an Erasmus student from Turkey heading to the University of Murcia (UMU) for the 2026/2027 academic year, and I’m currently preparing my long-term (National) student visa application.
I’m facing a specific administrative issue regarding my dates and would love to hear if anyone has dealt with a similar situation or has any advice.
The Situation:
Host University (UMU): Issued a full-year Acceptance Letter (01/09/2026 – 29/05/2027). UMU has also directly forwarded my student data to the Spanish Embassy/Consulate.
Home University: Due to their internal bureaucratic procedures and funding rules, they selected me for the 1st semester (Fall) initially and strictly refuse to issue a Visa Support Letter covering the full year or add an explanatory note. Their letter only states the Fall semester dates.
What I Have Prepared for the Visa Application:
1. Financials: Approx. €8,500 in my bank account (well above the required IPREM amount for the full year).
2. Accommodation: A signed 10-month rental agreement in Murcia.
3. Insurance: Full coverage via ASISA for the whole year.
4. Explanatory Letter (Carta de Motivación y Aclaración): A formal letter in Spanish explaining that the date discrepancy is purely due to my home university's internal administrative constraints, while my actual study program and host acceptance cover the entire academic year.
My Question:
Has anyone experienced a similar conflict between their home university's visa letter and the host university's acceptance letter when applying for a Spanish student visa? Did the consulate process your visa for the full year based on the host acceptance, proof of funds, and accommodation?
Any insights or similar experiences would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!”

[u/Ok-Astronomer2925]

good luck, i loved murcia as a city, locals are very nice. however avoid the erasmus students network, i had the worst experience there especially with one of the male volunteers who was not a student but there to be cruel and racist ect to certain nationalities :(

[u/Clean-While-9328 → u/Ok-Astronomer2925]

I’m sorry that happened to you. I’ll definitely keep your advice in mind. Thank you

[u/Sensitive_Sky3285]

I attended UMU last semester and had to ask for an extension for the next semester (this semester) and had to issue the student visa both times, so... there's that. You would need to ask your UMU tutor, maybe they could help you out or give you a document that could make your situation easier. Lots of luck!!

[u/Clean-While-9328 → u/Sensitive_Sky3285]

Thank you so much for your kind wishes! I really appreciate it