FAQs - North American Language and Culture Assistants Program
Frequently Asked Questions for the North American Language and Culture Assistants Program (NALCAP) in Spain, covering eligibility, application process, and program details for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Be a U.S. citizen with a valid passport through Nov 1, 2027.; Have a conferred college degree or be enrolled as a 2nd year or higher student.; College studies must be from an accredited US or Canadian university, undertaken entirely in English.; Be a native-like speaker of English.; Be aged 18-45 (as of Jan 1, 2026 and Jan 1, 2027 respectively).
Requirements
Be in good physical and mental health.; Have a clean background check.; Responsible, broad-minded, flexible attitude, open to new ideas and cultures.
Application materials
Copy of the main page of your valid U.S. passport.; Official college transcript or copy of diploma(s).; Signed Statement of Purpose (250-300 words, addressed to Ministry of Education of Spain).; Letter of recommendation (on letterhead, from professor/instructor/employer).; Health Statement and Statutory Declaration (downloaded, filled, signed, scanned).
How to apply
Apply electronically through the online portal - PROFEX 2.; Follow information in Application Guidelines and PROFEX 2 Handbook.; Upload all required documents in PDF format.; Register on PROFEX 2 before the application period opens.; Submit application only when the application period opens.
Important dates
Program duration: November 1 - May 31 (7 months).; Cannot start later than November 1, with exceptions for visa delays or rejected placements.; Application period for 2026-2027 cycle expected to begin June 2.
Documents
Passport copy.; College transcript or diploma.; Statement of Purpose.; Letter of recommendation.; Health Statement and Statutory Declaration.
