The digital nomad visa, called “international teleworker residence” is a very new and increasingly popular way of residing in Spain for those workers who can work remotely for a company located in any country.
Since the so-called “Startup Law” took effect, Spain has become one of the top destinations for professionals from around the world who want to combine their careers with an excellent quality of life.
The Digital Nomad Visa in Spain allows you to reside legally in the country while continuing to work for a foreign company or carrying out your professional activities remotely.
At Sigma Seis Abogados, a law firm specializing in Immigration Law and International Mobility, we have advised clients of more than 40 nationalities on obtaining this authorization. Our experience shows that proper planning of the application is the difference between a swift process and an application that ends up being subject to additional requirements or even denial.
In this guide, you’ll find all the information you need to determine whether you meet the requirements, how to submit your application, and what mistakes to avoid.
The Digital Nomad Visa in Spain is a residence permit intended for foreign nationals who carry out their professional activities remotely and whose employers or clients are primarily located outside of Spain.
Its purpose is to allow highly qualified professionals to take up residence in Spain without having to leave their current jobs. In practice, this authorization allows them to enjoy one of the highest qualities of life in Europe without interrupting their professional careers.
Depending on the specific case, the application may be submitted:
Each procedure has its advantages and disadvantages, so it is advisable to assess in advance which option is most appropriate.
This is probably the question we get asked most often at our firm. Although each case must be analyzed individually, it will usually be necessary to provide evidence of:
In addition, many documents must be apostilled or legalized and translated into Spanish by a certified translator.
Yes. One of the main advantages of the Digital Nomad Visa in Spain is that it allows you to include your family from the very beginning of the application process.
The following individuals may apply for residency along with the principal applicant:
Family members will be able to reside legally in Spain and, in most cases, will also be authorized to work.
One of the most appealing aspects of this authorization is its speed. Once the application is submitted to the Large Enterprises Unit (UGE), the government has a legal deadline of 20 business days to issue a decision.
If this period expires without an explicit decision, the application is deemed to have been granted by administrative silence, a particularly favorable safeguard for the applicant.
However, in order to take advantage of this benefit, it is essential to submit a properly prepared application from the very beginning.
After processing applications from clients in more than forty countries, we have found that most problems are not due to compliance with the requirements, but rather to the way the documentation is submitted.
Proper preparation of the case file significantly reduces the risk of requests for additional information and speeds up the process.
It is no coincidence that Spain has become one of the top destinations for international professionals and remote workers.
They can apply for this permit from Spain as a tourist or through a visa issued by the consulate of the applicant's country.
The minimum seniority of the labor relationship must be 3 months and the seniority of the hiring company must be 1 year.
It may be an employee or independent professional relationship that provides services to the company.
It is an agile process that, when presented with good professional advice, can be resolved in as little as 20 days.
At Sigma Seis Abogados, we focus exclusively on immigration law, citizenship, and international mobility. We are not a general-practice law firm.
We personally review each case to develop the most appropriate strategy based on each client’s employment, family, and tax situation.
Our service includes:
Our commitment does not end once authorization is granted. We support our clients throughout their entire relocation process to Spain, offering them personalized, specialized advice focused on finding solutions.
At Sigma Seis Abogados, we focus exclusively on immigration law, citizenship, and international mobility. We are not a general-practice law firm.
We personally review each case to develop the most appropriate strategy based on each client’s employment, family, and tax situation.
Our service includes:
Our commitment does not end once authorization is granted. We support our clients throughout their entire relocation process to Spain, offering them personalized, specialized advice focused on finding solutions.
Schedule a consultation with our team and take the first step today toward starting your new life in Spain.
At Sigma Seis Abogados, we have proven experience and a track record of success in all applications. We offer personalized advice and give you the peace of mind of leaving the legal aspects in the hands of experts. Our guarantee of success is based on our knowledge of the “unwritten” requirements.