Spain
General visa requirements for travelling to Spain. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Work / Immigration visa (Spain Entrepreneur Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 20 business days via UGE-CE fast track
- Fee
- EUR 80
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable for 2-year periods via UGE-CE)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For entrepreneurs planning to establish an innovative business of economic interest in Spain. Must obtain a favorable report from the ENISA (Empresa Nacional de Innovacion) or the relevant authority. Processed through UGE-CE fast track. Business must be of general interest to Spain, create jobs, or involve socio-economic innovation.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA citizens aged 18 or over
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient funds to support living expenses and business establishment
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Employment
Must present an innovative business plan of economic interest to Spain with favorable report from ENISA or relevant authority
Required status: Entrepreneur with ENISA-approved business plan
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Criminal record
No criminal record in countries of residence during past 5 years
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size color photograph
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, investment documentation; Minimum amount: 200% of IPREM per month plus business capitalization
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Police clearance
Countries required: Countries of residence during past 5 years; Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health assessment confirming no diseases with public health repercussions; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National visa application form and UGE-CE entrepreneur visa application
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card, bank transfer; Amount: Consular visa fee + EUR 73.26 UGE-CE fee
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Business plan
Provide a business plan showing the activity, funding, market and expected costs.
Must include financials: Yes
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Spain; Minimum coverage: Full coverage
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare detailed business plan, obtain ENISA favorable report, gather financial documentation, criminal record certificates, medical certificate, and health insurance.
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Online application
Submit application to UGE-CE with business plan and supporting documentation.
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Processing wait
UGE-CE evaluates the business plan and processes authorization. Fast-track within 20 business days.
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Appointment booking
After UGE-CE approval, book appointment at Spanish consulate.
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Document submission
Submit visa application and documents at consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay consular visa fee and UGE-CE fee.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa within 10 days. Register company in Spain and obtain TIE within 30 days of arrival.
Work / Immigration visa (Spain Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 20 business days via UGE-CE fast track
- Fee
- EUR 80
- Validity
- Duration of transfer (up to 3 years for managers/specialists, 1 year for trainees)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For employees being transferred from a non-EU branch to a Spanish branch of the same company. Three categories: Executives/Managers, Specialists, and Trainees. Must have been employed by the company for at least 3 months prior to transfer. Minimum annual salary of approximately EUR 40,077. Processed through UGE-CE fast track.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA citizens employed by a multinational company with operations in Spain
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Employment
Must have been employed by the company for at least 3 months. Must hold a higher education qualification or have at least 3 years of relevant professional experience. Must be a manager, specialist, or trainee.
Required status: Employed 3+ months at transferring company
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Financial
Transfer salary must meet the minimum threshold of approximately EUR 40,077 gross annual
Minimum funds: EUR 40,077 annual salary
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size color photograph
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Police clearance
Countries required: Countries of residence during past 5 years; Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health assessment confirming no diseases with public health repercussions; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National visa application form and UGE-CE ICT application
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 80 consular fee + EUR 73.26 UGE-CE fee
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Spain; Minimum coverage: Full coverage until registered under Spanish Social Security
How to apply
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Document gathering
Host company in Spain prepares transfer documentation. Employee obtains criminal record certificates, medical certificate, and personal documents.
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Online application
Host company submits online application to UGE-CE for ICT residence authorization.
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Processing wait
UGE-CE processes the ICT authorization. Fast-track within 20 business days.
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Appointment booking
After UGE-CE approval, book appointment at Spanish consulate.
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Document submission
Submit visa application and all documents at Spanish consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay consular visa fee.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa within 10 days. Register with Social Security and obtain TIE within 30 days of arrival.
Work / Immigration visa (Spain Self-Employed Visa (Autonomo Visa))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 3-6 months
- Fee
- EUR 80
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Self-employment (autonomo) visa for non-EU citizens who wish to establish and operate their own business or freelance activity in Spain. Requires a viable business plan and proof of sufficient financial means (approximately EUR 2,850/month, 200% of minimum wage). Must submit forms EX-07 and Modelo 790.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA citizens aged 18 or over
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Financial
Must demonstrate financial stability with at least 200% of the minimum wage (approximately EUR 2,850/month)
Minimum funds: EUR 2,850/month
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Employment
Must present a viable business plan. Professional qualifications may be required depending on the activity.
Required status: Self-employed with viable business plan
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Criminal record
No criminal record in countries of residence during past 5 years
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size color photograph
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, tax declarations, financial statements; Minimum amount: 200% of Spain's minimum wage (approx EUR 2,850/month)
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Police clearance
Countries required: Countries of residence during past 5 years; Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health assessment confirming no diseases with public health repercussions; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National visa application form, EX-07, and Modelo 790
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card; Amount: Consular visa fee plus Modelo 790 administrative fee
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Business plan
Provide a business plan showing the activity, funding, market and expected costs.
Must include financials: Yes
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Spain; Minimum coverage: Full coverage
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare business plan, gather financial documentation, obtain criminal record certificates (apostilled), medical certificate, and health insurance. Prepare forms EX-07 and Modelo 790.
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Online application
Complete visa application form and supporting forms.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Spanish consulate in country of legal residence.
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Document submission
Submit all documents at consulate appointment.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee and administrative fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing. Can take 3-6 months as the labor authority evaluates the business plan viability.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa. After arrival, register with Social Security within 3 months as autonomo, then obtain TIE within 1 month.
Work / Immigration visa (Spain Non-Lucrative Visa (Non-Working Residence Visa))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 30-60 days
- Fee
- EUR 152
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable for 2-year periods)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Non-working residence visa for individuals who wish to live in Spain without employment. Must demonstrate passive income (pensions, investments, rental income, savings) of at least EUR 2,400/month (EUR 28,800/year) for the main applicant, plus EUR 600/month (EUR 7,200/year) per additional family member. Based on 400% of IPREM. Fee varies by country: approximately $152 USD for US applicants, GBP 516 for UK applicants.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA citizens
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Financial
Must demonstrate passive income of at least EUR 28,800/year (EUR 2,400/month) for main applicant. Additional EUR 7,200/year per family member. Only passive income qualifies (no employment income).
Minimum funds: EUR 28,800/year passive income
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Criminal record
No criminal record in countries of residence during the past 5 years
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Health
Must not suffer from diseases with public health repercussions
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size color photograph against white background
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements for last 12 months, pension statements, investment portfolio; Minimum amount: EUR 28,800/year (EUR 2,400/month) passive income for main applicant
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Property ownership deed, rental contract, or declaration of intention to secure accommodation; Must cover full stay: No
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Police clearance
Countries required: All countries of residence during past 5 years; Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health assessment confirming no diseases with serious public health repercussions; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National visa application form (EX-01)
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card; Amount: Varies by nationality: approx $152 USD (US), GBP 516 (UK)
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Spain; Minimum coverage: Full coverage, no co-pay, no waiting period, 1 year validity
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather proof of passive income (bank statements, pension statements, investment portfolios), obtain criminal record certificates from all countries of residence in past 5 years (apostilled), medical certificate, and health insurance. All documents must be apostilled and translated into Spanish.
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Online application
Complete the national visa application form (EX-01).
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at the Spanish consulate in your country of legal residence.
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Document submission
Submit all original documents and copies at the consulate appointment. Bring all documents with certified Spanish translations.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee (varies by nationality).
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Processing wait
Wait for processing. Typically 30-60 days. May be longer during peak periods.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with non-lucrative visa. Must enter Spain within validity period and obtain TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) within 30 days of arrival.
Work / Immigration visa (Spain Highly Qualified Professional Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 20 business days via UGE-CE fast track
- Fee
- EUR 80
- Validity
- 2-3 years (renewable)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Fast-track work and residence visa for highly qualified professionals in managerial, technical, or specialized roles at Spanish companies. Processed through UGE-CE (Large Companies and Strategic Groups Unit). No need to prove the position cannot be filled by a national. Family members can join immediately with full work rights. Salary threshold ranges EUR 32,000-60,000 depending on role; reduced by 0.75 coefficient for applicants under 30.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA citizens
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Employment
Must hold a university degree or postgraduate qualification (minimum level 5A), OR have at least 3 years professional experience equivalent to a higher education qualification, OR be a graduate of a recognized business school
Required status: University degree, 3+ years equivalent experience, or business school graduate
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Financial
Job offer must meet minimum salary threshold: EUR 32,000-60,000 depending on role. Reduced by coefficient of 0.75 for applicants under 30.
Minimum funds: EUR 32,000-60,000 annual salary
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Criminal record
No criminal record in countries of residence during the past 5 years
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size color photograph
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Police clearance
Countries required: Countries of residence during past 5 years; Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health assessment confirming no diseases with public health repercussions; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National visa application form and UGE-CE online application
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 80 consular fee + EUR 73.26 UGE-CE fee
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Spain; Minimum coverage: Full coverage until registered under Spanish Social Security
How to apply
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Document gathering
Spanish employer prepares employment contract. Applicant obtains criminal record certificates (apostilled), medical certificate, and all personal documents.
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Online application
Spanish employer submits online application to UGE-CE (Unidad de Grandes Empresas y Colectivos Estrategicos) for residence and work authorization.
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Processing wait
UGE-CE processes the residence authorization application. Fast-track processing within 20 business days.
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Appointment booking
After UGE-CE approval, book appointment at Spanish consulate to apply for the visa.
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Document submission
Submit all documents and visa application at the Spanish consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay consular visa fee and any applicable service fees.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa within 10 days. After arrival in Spain, register with Social Security and obtain TIE within 30 days.
Work / Immigration visa (Spain Digital Nomad Visa (Telework Visa))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 20 business days via UGE-CE
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- 1 year (extendable to 3-year residence permit)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (officially the 'Telework Visa') for remote workers employed by non-Spanish companies or freelancers earning at least 80% of revenue from outside Spain. Minimum income EUR 34,188/year (200% of Spanish minimum wage). First dependent adds EUR 12,821/year, each additional dependent adds EUR 4,274/year. Fee may vary by nationality due to reciprocity agreements (AU, BD, CA, US, GB).
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA citizens over 18 years old
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Employment
Must work remotely for a non-Spanish company (employed for at least 3 months, company trading for at least 1 year) OR be a freelancer with at least 80% revenue from non-Spanish clients
Required status: Remote employee or freelancer with non-Spanish clients
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Financial
Minimum annual income of EUR 34,188 for primary applicant. Additional EUR 12,821/year for first dependent, EUR 4,274/year for each additional dependent.
Minimum funds: EUR 34,188/year
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Criminal record
No criminal record in countries of residence during the past 2 years
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size color photograph
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, tax returns, employment contract, client contracts; Minimum amount: EUR 34,188/year (200% minimum wage)
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Police clearance
Countries required: Countries of residence during past 2 years; Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health assessment confirming no diseases with public health repercussions; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National visa application form for digital nomad/telework visa
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 90 consular fee + EUR 73.26 UGE-CE fee (varies by nationality)
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Spain; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000 per person, no co-pay, no waiting period
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather employment contract or freelance proof, income documentation, criminal record certificates from last 2 years of residences (apostilled), medical certificate, and health insurance.
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Online application
Complete the digital nomad visa application. Optionally, submit a UGE-CE application for the 3-year residence permit simultaneously.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at the Spanish consulate in your country of legal residence.
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Document submission
Submit all original documents and copies at the consulate appointment.
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Fee payment
Pay consular visa fee (approximately EUR 90) and UGE-CE fee (EUR 73.26).
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Processing wait
Wait for processing. UGE-CE processes within 20 business days. Visa issued within 10 days after authorization.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa. After arrival in Spain, obtain TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) within 30 days. Register with Social Security and tax authorities.