Visiting research staff
Find here your welcome pack with everything you need to get to know our community, prepare for your arrival, and make the most of your time with us
General information
Here you’ll find a welcome message from our Vice-Rector, key details about the university, our commitment to HR Excellence in Research and the services provided by our Euraxess Welcome Office, as well as its contact details.
In this section, you’ll find everything you need to get settled — from registering at UVigo and arranging your visa, residence permit, and health insurance, to recognizing your foreign qualifications, finding housing, and enrolling your children in local schools, if applicable.
This section covers all the essentials for getting settled — from immigration procedures, city registration, and opening a bank account to understanding tax obligations, obtaining a digital certificate, and joining Spanish or Galician language courses. You’ll also find information on housing and enrolling your children in local schools, if applicable.
Discover what everyday life at UVigo has to offer! This section includes information on getting around by public transport, campus maps, and all the services that make your experience easier — from IT services, the University Smart Card, and the UVigo App to the library, dining halls, and sports and wellbeing facilities. You’ll also find details about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion services, health services, language courses, and cultural activities.
In this section, you’ll find everything related to conducting research at UVigo — from ethics, data protection, and intellectual property to knowledge transfer, Open Science, and science communication. It also includes information on research services and resources, standards and forms, career development opportunities, and the system for sharing complaints, suggestions, or congratulations.
Get to know our university and its surroundings! In this section, you can discover the cities of Vigo, Ourense, and Pontevedra, and learn more about the beautiful region of Galicia.
This section will guide you through all the steps you need to follow to make your departure smooth and stress-free.