Spain
Entrepreneur Visa
Residency for founders launching innovative, scalable businesses of national interest under the Startup Act.
Validity
Initial 3 years, renewable for 2 years
Processing Time
20 – 45 days (fast-track UGE review)
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
- Business plan judged innovative and of general economic interest by ENISA
- Demonstrated job creation, technological impact, or competitive advantage
Section 02
Income Requirements
Financial Threshold
Sufficient resources for the applicant and family — typically 100% of IPREM for self (~€7,200/yr) plus 50% per dependent — beyond business capital.
Section 03
Investment Requirements
Qualifying Investment
No fixed minimum, but business plan and funding must demonstrate genuine viability. Typical seed commitments €30,000+ are common.
Other Qualifications
Documents & Conditions
Supporting requirements typically reviewed before and during the application.
- Favorable report from ENISA on the business plan
- Spanish corporate structure or commitment to incorporate
- Private health insurance
- Clean criminal record
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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