Quick answer: the Auxiliares de conversación programme for 2026–2027 is a non‑labour assistant scheme run by the Spanish Ministry of Education; the call was published 13 May 2026 and the official monthly allowance listed for the programme is 800 € for 14 hours per week (Ministry fiche, 14/05/2026; BOE extract, 13/05/2026).
- Quick facts
- What is the Auxiliares de conversación programme?
- Eligibility: who can apply
- Allowance, hours and what it covers
- Application windows & how to apply
- Legal status, visa & TIE
- Practical day-to-day: duties, timetable, training
- What documents & qualifications do employers ask?
- Alternatives: private academies, language schools, volunteering
- Common mistakes & legal risks
- How to prepare (checklist)
- FAQs
- Sources & official links
- Further reading / related pages on this site
- Last checked & legal disclaimer
Quick facts
– Programme name: Auxiliares de conversación extranjeros (Ministry of Education convocation, 2026–2027) (Ministry fiche, consulted 27/09/2026).
– Call published: 13 May 2026 (BOE extract, consulted 27/09/2026) (BOE document ID: BOE-B-2026-16328).
– Monthly allowance: 800 € for 14 hours/week (stated as allowance for room and board) (Ministry fiche, 14/05/2026; Ministry page consulted 27/09/2026).
– Nature: stipend / aid, not an employment contract (Ministry press release and programme guide, consulted 27/09/2026).
What is the Auxiliares de conversación programme?
The programme places foreign native or near‑native speakers in Spanish schools to support oral practice and conversational classes. It is administered by the Spanish Ministry of Education through its Action Educativa Exterior (AEE) channel and by regional education authorities where placements occur (Ministry fiche; AEE programme page, consulted 27/09/2026).
The official documentation frames the scheme as an assistant programme. The Ministry describes its object as educational support rather than a labour contract. The guide and press materials for 2026–2027 reiterate that participants receive a monthly allowance to cover living costs, not a salary under Spanish labour law (Ministry fiche; Ministry press release, consulted 27/09/2026).
Typical placement length follows the academic calendar. Regional administrations publish the specific timetables and any local arrangements through their education offices; consult the regional notices linked from the Ministry pages for precise schedules (AEE programme page, consulted 27/09/2026).
Eligibility: who can apply
The official call sets academic and nationality conditions. Applicants must hold a university degree or be at least second‑year university students at the close of the call, as specified in the BOE extract and Ministry fiche (BOE extract, 13/05/2026; Ministry fiche, consulted 27/09/2026).
The BOE extract lists eligible nationalities and any additional formal criteria included in the convocation text. Read the BOE extract for exact wording and any country‑specific notes (BOE document, consulted 27/09/2026).
Any further eligibility caveats, deadlines or procedural exceptions appear in the full convocation text and in country‑specific guidance published by sending authorities. Check the official convocation and your sending authority for precise, binding conditions (Ministry fiche; BOE extract, consulted 27/09/2026).
Allowance, hours and what it covers
The Ministry fiche for 2026–2027 states a monthly allowance of 800 € for participants who work 14 hours per week; the allowance is explicitly presented as aid to cover room and board rather than a wage or employment remuneration (Ministry fiche, 14/05/2026; consulted 27/09/2026).
The AEE and regional guidance note variation across autonomous communities. Some regions may set higher weekly hours or higher monthly compensation. For example, regional notices referenced by the Ministry indicate that Madrid may offer placements up to 16 hours and up to 1,000 € net/month in some cases (regional page cited via Ministry links, consulted 27/09/2026).
Because the programme is non‑labour, social security and employment protections differ from a standard contract. The official material frames the allowance as financing for the assistant activity. Consult the Ministry fiche and the regional notices for details on what the allowance is intended to cover and how local administrations implement the convocation (Ministry fiche; AEE; regional pages, consulted 27/09/2026).
Application windows & how to apply (2026–2027 specific)
The convocation for 2026–2027 was published on 13 May 2026 (BOE extract). The BDNS entry for the convocation is dated 14/05/2026 and the Ministry fiche references the same call (Ministry fiche; BDNS listing; BOE extract, consulted 27/09/2026).
Application channels and final deadlines vary by sending country and by the specific Profex or national authority that manages applications abroad. Some sending countries use decentralised portals or embassy‑level procedures. The Ministry Sede Electrónica provides the central convocation record and links to the relevant forms where applicable (Sede Electrónica link listed in sources, consulted 27/09/2026).
Do not assume a single universal application window for all applicants. Use the Ministry convocation page and the official Sede Electrónica entry as your starting point and follow the instructions for applicants from your sending authority or national Profex channel (Ministry fiche; Sede Electrónica, consulted 27/09/2026).
Legal status, visa & TIE (what to expect)
The Ministry documentation classifies Auxiliares as a non‑labour assistant scheme. Official materials indicate that participants receive formal appointment documents and guidance to request the necessary residency or authorisation to carry out their stay in Spain (Ministry guide and instructions on Nombramiento and TIE procedures, consulted 27/09/2026).
Specific visa categories and TIE steps depend on the applicant’s nationality and the sending procedure. For non‑EU nationals, consular procedures and national visa rules apply. The Ministry materials instruct applicants to use the Nombramiento document and the convocation paperwork when requesting the appropriate visa or TIE. Confirm visa instructions with the Spanish consulate in your country before travel (Ministry fiche; Sede Electrónica; Ministry press materials, consulted 27/09/2026).
Practical day-to-day: duties, timetable, training
Assigned duties focus on supporting oral practice and conversation in the classroom. The AEE programme page states typical commitments of about 14 hours per week and describes the assistant role as pedagogical support rather than independent teaching (AEE programme page; consulted 27/09/2026).
Regional education authorities may organise induction sessions, teacher coordination meetings and occasional training. Local schools determine the precise timetable within the regional framework. Expect to work alongside a supervising teacher and to participate in activities that foster spoken English practice (AEE and regional guidance, consulted 27/09/2026).
Additional hours beyond the standard weekly allocation may occur in certain regions or centres; check the regional notices for any permitted variations and how extra hours are compensated where applicable (regional pages cited via Ministry, consulted 27/09/2026).
What documents & qualifications do employers ask?
Legally, the convocation sets the eligibility baseline: degree or second‑year student status and nationality criteria in the BOE extract and Ministry fiche (BOE extract; Ministry fiche, consulted 27/09/2026).
In practice, many schools and private employers express preferences. Market practices commonly include requests for TEFL/CELTA certificates, prior teaching or tutoring experience, and demonstrable language level. Those preferences are employer requirements, not formal nationality or visa conditions in the convocation. Verify employer expectations directly with the hiring institution (Ministry fiche for legal eligibility; market practice references, consulted 27/09/2026).
Alternatives: private academies, language schools, volunteering
Private language academies and schools operate under standard employment or contractor arrangements distinct from the Auxiliares scheme. Pay, hours and contract terms in the private sector vary and are set by individual employers. Do not treat private pay figures as official unless the employer publishes them publicly and you cite that employer’s page (Ministry materials emphasise non‑labour nature of Auxiliares; consult employers’ own listings for private terms, consulted 27/09/2026).
Volunteering options also exist. They may be unpaid or offer small stipends. For any arrangement outside the official convocation, confirm visa and legal work authorisation with the consulate and the Spanish authorities.
Common mistakes & legal risks
Common errors include presenting the Auxiliares placement as an employment contract and attempting to teach while on a tourist or visa‑exempt entry. The convocation and Ministry guidance stress the non‑labour nature of the programme. Teaching in Spain without the correct authorisation may breach immigration and labour rules.
Check the official Nombramiento and follow consular instructions for visas and TIE applications. For any doubt about legal status or permitted activities, consult the Spanish consulate or embassy before travel (Ministry guide; Sede Electrónica; Ministry press release, consulted 27/09/2026).
How to prepare (checklist)
- CV adapted to teaching/support roles; concise examples of prior tutoring or classroom activity.
- University degree or evidence of current university enrolment (as required by convocation).
- Passport valid for the duration of the placement.
- Criminal record certificate if requested by region or employer.
- Medical certificate if required by the regional education authority.
- Copies of application forms and proof of submission via the channel specified in the convocation (Sede Electrónica or sending authority).
- Prepare Nombramiento and supporting documents for consular visa/TIE procedures when notified.
- Confirm any employer preferences (TEFL/CELTA) with the school before arrival.
Is Auxiliares a paid job?
The programme provides a monthly allowance of 800 € for 14 hours/week in the 2026–2027 convocation; the Ministry presents this as an allowance for room and board, not a salary under employment law (Ministry fiche, 14/05/2026; consulted 27/09/2026).
Can I get a visa through this programme?
The convocation supplies official appointment documentation to support visa or TIE requests. Visa issuance depends on consular rules and on following the Nombramiento/TIE procedures. Confirm requirements with the Spanish consulate in your country (Ministry guidance; Sede Electrónica, consulted 27/09/2026).
Do I need TEFL/CELTA?
TEFL/CELTA are common employer preferences in the market, but the convocation’s legal eligibility criteria are degree or student status and nationality lists. Check employer listings for specific certificate requirements (Ministry fiche; market practice references, consulted 27/09/2026).
Further reading / related pages on this site
Last checked: 27 September 2026 — Legal disclaimer
This page summarises the official convocation and guidance available on 27/09/2026. It does not give legal or immigration advice. Confirm visa, TIE and admissibility requirements with the Spanish consulate or your sending authority before making travel or contractual commitments. Teaching while on a tourist visa or without the correct authorisation may breach Spanish immigration and labour rules and can lead to penalties; always verify permissions with official authorities (Ministry fiche; Sede Electrónica; BOE extract, consulted 27/09/2026).
What we do not know: private‑sector salary averages in Spain for language academies; precise application windows per sending country unless that country’s official page is cited; any guarantee of placement, contract, or visa issuance by applying to the Auxiliares convocation. Do not rely on this page as the sole source for individual applications; use the official links above and your consulate for binding instructions.
