EF International Language Center Barcelona, Spain
Balmes 155 - 08008 Barcelona - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Tapas evenings and museum tours.
- Only a 4-minute walk from vibrant shops, restaurants and art galleries.
- One of the oldest Spanish schools in Barcelona founded in 1965
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- A 40 minute lesson duration is a bit shorter than normal.
- Additional costs of course material of approx. 70 € per course level
Special Offers
- Offer!Intensive Course
Location: EF International Language Center Barcelona is located in the majestic Catalan city of Barcelona, Spain. Housed in the city's trendy Eixample area, the school is only a short walk from Passeig de Gracia which houses some of Antoni Gaudi's spectacular architecture, such as La Pedrera and Casa Batllo. Students have shops, restaurants, cafés, supermarkets and many of the city's attractions within easy reach, the Diagonal metro station only a short walk from the school's front doors. Barcelona's metro system spans across most of the city, ensuring that students have attractions such as La Sagrada Familia, Las Ramblas, El Borne, the beaches of the city's coastline and much more, just a short journey away. Students of EF Barcelona have an optimal chance of creating many memorable moments whilst reaching their language goals.
School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals, from a comfortable environment. Classes are housed within partially glass-walled structures, have great lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, computer lab, lounge area, an outdoor terrace with seating, games tables and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning and heating, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all.
Accommodation: All of EF Barcelona's programmes are available with accommodation, the school offers a range of Homestay and Residential facilities throughout the year.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
Spanish Courses
General Language
General Course + Accommodation
26 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€645€629 / week Includes accommodationMore
General Course + Accommodation
26 lessons per week | 17 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€645€629 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 0 | 1,290 1,258 | 1,935 1,887 | 2,580 2,516 | 3,630 3,540 | 4,840 4,719 | 5,850 5,704 | 9,200 8,970 | 11,500 11,213 | 13,800 13,455 | 18,400 17,940 |
| Price in US$ | 1,482 | 2,222 | 2,963 | 4,168 | 5,557 | 6,717 | 10,563 | 13,203 | 15,844 | 21,125 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 40 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
General Course26 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€460€437 / week More
General Course
26 lessons per week | 17 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€460€437 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 0 | 920 874 | 1,380 1,311 | 1,840 1,748 | 2,520 2,394 | 3,360 3,192 | 4,000 3,800 | 6,240 5,928 | 7,800 7,410 | 9,360 8,892 | 12,480 11,856 |
| Price in US$ | 1,030 | 1,544 | 2,059 | 2,819 | 3,759 | 4,475 | 6,981 | 8,726 | 10,471 | 13,961 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 40 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Intensive Course32 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€520€494 / week More
Intensive Course
32 lessons per week | 17 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€520€494 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 520 494 | 1,040 988 | 1,560 1,482 | 2,080 1,976 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,840 3,648 | 4,600 4,370 | 7,200 6,840 | 9,000 8,550 | 10,800 10,260 | 14,400 13,680 |
| Price in US$ | 582 | 1,164 | 1,746 | 2,327 | 3,222 | 4,296 | 5,146 | 8,055 | 10,068 | 12,082 | 16,109 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Special Offers:
15.00 % discount: 15.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before Feb 26, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials not included in the price.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6-7 daily lessons of 40 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for EF International Language Center include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
EF Students enjoying the break1/16
School entrance in Barcelona2/16
Location map3/16
Park Guell 4/16
School interior 5/16
Barcelona beach6/16
EF Teacher and students in the classroom7/16
Stairs in EF school8/16
Entrance in EF Barcelona9/16
Class in progress 10/16
EF Computer lab11/16
Lounge area in EF Barcelona12/16
EF Classroom equipped with computers 13/16
Street outside EF Barcelona14/16
EF Students on the terrace15/16
Crave kitchen on the terrace16/16
EF International Language Center (EF)
- Accreditations and Quality seals
ASELE, University of Montana- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 90% hold a university degree80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 40% male / 60% female
- Year of school foundation
- 1965
General school facilities
Snack vending machine
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Video game console
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Laundry (paid)
Job placement guidance service (free)
Job placement guidance service (paid)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 50
Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for blind students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to classroom
Student Age
- Average number of students
- In summer: 450Throughout the year: 200
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 12Adult courses Throughout the year: 12
- Average age of students
- In summer: 18 yearsThroughout the year: 20 years
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
- Lesson duration
- 40 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €150
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €70 per course level.
- Comments about courses
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-9 weeks: EUR 80
10-18 weeks: EUR 145
Exam Courses (Any Language): EUR 60
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Barcelona. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 50 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Special dietary requirements will cost EUR 50 per week.
Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and lessons will fall within the time frames stated depending on availability and time of year.
- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 06 Jan 2026, 18 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 06 Dec 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
- €105 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Examples of free weekly activities (included):
- Walking tour of the city + welcome party every Monday
- Bike tour
- Beach volley
- Zumba on the school's rooftop
- Horta's Labyrinth Park
- Ping pong tournament
- Gaudí Route
- Bunkers del Carmel Sightseeing
- Tibidabo tour
- Montjuic Route
- Gotic Quarter tour
- Multiple sport clubs
Adults - Paid activities
- Examples of excursions and other activities:
- Flamenco Show (EUR 10)
- Surf (EUR 15)
- Kayaking (EUR 15)
- Climbing (EUR 10)
- Spanish cooking workshop (EUR 12)
- Gastronomic culture: tapas evenings (approx. EUR 10)
- Cultural events (free or approx. EUR 10)
- Yoga (EUR 8)
- Excursion to Montserrat (EUR 25)
- Excursion to Tarragona & beach (EUR 20)
- Weekend excursion to Andorra Ski Resort (EUR 200)
- Bowling (EUR 8)
- Indoor Jumping (EUR 8)
- Costa Brava (EUR 25)
Action and Discovery Packs:
Action Pack:
Action Pack - Salsa Class- (APBAR)
Dance salsa like a real latino with our salsa classes Action Pack - Action Football - (AP3BAR)
Spanish for football fans is a unique programme for those who eat and dream football. You will Visit the FC Barcelona Stadium & Museum, have a friendly Match plus a visit to the Montjuic Stadium & Sport museum while you are learning Spanish.
Discovery Pack:
Discovery Pack - Costa Brava and D'Ali' Museum - (DCPBAR)
Enjoy the beaches of Costa Brava and finish off with a cultural experience at the Dali museum.
Discovery Pack - Water Park - (DCP2BAR)
Have a day of fun at the water park with your friends.
Accommodation
Garbí Single room, Breakfast 
Private bathroom
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€455/ week Show more
Garbí
Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
€455/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 455 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 536 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Price per person
Price per person
- Price extra night
- €80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
FAQ about EF International Language Center, Barcelona
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“We are an agency and we currently (2024) partner with EF Barcelona. Although we do not have any authorization to share the school's contact details with customers, we can assist you in all the steps of the booking process with the school. Furthermore, with this school we also can offer a 5% discount on the cost of the tuition as part of our agreement with them. ”
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Is it possible to take a course at EF International Language Center as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: General Course + Accommodation, General Course, Intensive Course”
Is airport pickup offered by EF Languages Abroad?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Barcelona-El Prat Airport ( €)”
EF International Language Center offers courses for which ages?
“EF International Language Center offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of EF International Language Center
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- EF Language Colleges Ltd | Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
Visa Documents
Nationals from Poland do not require a visa for travelling to Spain and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- South America: €85,Africa: €85,Asia: €85
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.