Studying in Spain vs. Uae
Spain and Uae are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €1,398 in Spain and €1,350 in Uae.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Spain
Cheaper monthly living
Uae
Lower visa proof of funds
Spain
Side-by-side comparison
Spain
Uae
Currency
EUR (€)
AED (AED)
Public tuition (annual)
€2,500
AED55,000
≈ €13,750 / yr
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
AED95,000
≈ €23,750 / yr
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,398 / mo
AED5,400 / mo
≈ €1,350 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€7,560
Student visa proof of means (€630/month)
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Cities tracked
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.