Spain

Digital Nomad Visa

Residency for international remote workers and freelancers under Spain's Startup Act, with access to a favorable tax regime.

Validity
Initial 1 or 3 years (depending on application route), renewable up to 5 years
Processing Time
20 โ€“ 60 days
Pathway
Permanent residency at year 5
Section 01

Eligibility

Core criteria an applicant must meet to file under this category.

  • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizen
  • Employed by a non-Spanish company or freelancing for foreign clients (up to 20% Spanish-source income allowed)
  • Bachelor's degree OR 3+ years of professional experience in the field
  • Employment / client relationship of at least 3 months prior, with the company operating โ‰ฅ 1 year
Section 02

Income Requirements

Financial Threshold

Approximately โ‚ฌ2,850/month (200% of Spain's 2026 minimum wage, ~โ‚ฌ34,188/year). Add 75% for the first dependent and 25% for each subsequent dependent.

Other Qualifications

Documents & Conditions

Supporting requirements typically reviewed before and during the application.

  • Spanish social security registration or A1 certificate / bilateral coverage
  • Private health insurance with full Spanish coverage
  • Clean criminal record (last 5 years)
  • Optional: opt into the Beckham regime for flat 24% tax on Spanish income
ImportantEligibility criteria, financial thresholds, and processing times are set by the relevant immigration authorities and change periodically. The figures shown are current general guidance only and do not constitute legal advice. We confirm exact requirements for your case during consultation.

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