Designed For non-EU remote professionals earning income outside Spain

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Spain - Digital Nomad Visa

The Spain Digital Nomad Visa is designed for remote workers, freelancers, and self-employed professionals who earn income from non-Spanish sources and wish to live legally in Spain. It allows location-independent professionals to work for international employers or clients while enjoying Spain’s high quality of life and strong infrastructure. The visa is granted initially for one year and can be renewed for up to five years, offering a pathway to permanent residency and, after ten years, Spanish citizenship. Eligible applicants may also benefit from Spain’s special expat tax regime under the Startup Law, which can provide a reduced flat tax rate on qualifying income for a limited period, subject to meeting specific tax criteria.

Eligibility, Benefits, Timelines and Costs

  • Eligibility

    The applicant must be employed by a non-Spanish company or be self-employed with clients outside Spain

    Proof that the work or business can be carried out remotely is required

    Minimum monthly income of €2,200, with higher thresholds applicable for family members

    Valid health insurance covering the applicant’s stay in Spain

    A clean criminal record from the home country and any country of residence over the past five years

    Proof of ongoing remote work, such as an employment contract, client agreements, invoices, or employer letters

  • Benefits

    Live and work in Spain without the need for a local Spanish employer

    Bring immediate family members, including a spouse and dependent children

    Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area

    Potential access to favourable tax treatment under Spain’s special expat tax regime, subject to eligibility and application

    Eligibility for permanent residency after five years of legal residence

    Initial one-year residence permit, renewable for up to five years

  • Timelines & Costs

    The overall processing time is approximately 12 to 18 weeks, depending on visa appointment availability and consulate processing times

    No minimum investment is required, unlike residency by investment or Golden Visa programs

    Costs are limited to application support, legal documentation preparation, and professional advisory fees

    Extra fees may apply depending on the number of applicants and the complexity of the case