{"id":560516,"date":"2023-03-07T13:11:28","date_gmt":"2023-03-07T10:11:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/"},"modified":"2023-03-07T13:11:28","modified_gmt":"2023-03-07T10:11:28","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"#What you need to know about Spain&#8217;s digital nomad visa"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a32991e84144\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a32991e84144\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/#%E2%80%9CWhat_you_need_to_know_about_Spains_digital_nomad_visa%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;What you need to know about Spain&#8217;s digital nomad visa&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/#Who_is_eligible\" >Who is eligible?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/#Discover_the_future_of_tech\" >Discover the future of tech!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/#What_are_the_requirements\" >What are the requirements?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-you-need-to-know-about-spains-digital-nomad-visa\/#Visa_duration_and_application_process\" >Visa duration and application process<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CWhat_you_need_to_know_about_Spains_digital_nomad_visa%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;What you need to know about Spain&#8217;s digital nomad visa&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.tnwcdn.com\/image?fit=796%2C417&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn0.tnwcdn.com%2Fwp-content%2Fblogs.dir%2F1%2Ffiles%2F2023%2F03%2FUntitled-design-2023-03-07T092043.864.jpg&amp;signature=12d0c51cdcf00eb2e0e4c24caec4ab9f\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-main-content\">\n                            Sunny weather, a reasonable cost of living, delicious food, stunning landscapes \u2014 Spain has it all. And with some of the best internet speeds in Europe, the Mediterranean nation has become a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.internations.org\/expat-insider\/2022\/best-worst-cities-for-expats-40327\">popular destination for expats<\/a> and remote workers.<\/p>\n<p>The newly-launched digital nomad visa has made the country an even more <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ealing option. The scheme has been in force since January, as part of the recently approved <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/espanadigital.gob.es\/sites\/agendadigital\/files\/2022-02\/E06M29_Startups_Law.pdf\">Startup Law<\/a>, which aims to make the nation a frontrunner in attracting investment, innovative entrepreneurship, and talent.<\/p>\n<p>While other EU countries such as <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/workfromgreece.gr\/\">Greece<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/eportugal.gov.pt\/en\/noticias\/lei-dos-estrangeiros-pedidos-de-vistos-e-autorizacao-de-residencia-vao-ser-mais-simples\">Portugal<\/a>, and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/mup.gov.hr\/aliens-281621\/stay-and-work\/temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads\/286833\">Croatia<\/a> have already introduced similar schemes, Spain\u2019s digital nomad visa introduces another competitive offering.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_eligible\"><\/span>Who is eligible?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/prie.comercio.gob.es\/es-es\/Paginas\/Teletrabajadores-caracter-internacional.aspx\">visa<\/a> is open to non-EU\/EAA nationals who are working remotely, either as self-employed freelancers or employees. They are required to be working primarily for non-Spanish companies, with Spanish firms only accountable for a maximum of 20% of their total income.<\/p>\n<div class=\"inarticle-wrapper channel-cta\">\n<div class=\"ica-text\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_the_future_of_tech\"><\/span>Discover the future of tech!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Join us at TNW Conference June 15 &amp; 16 in Amsterdam<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Prospective digital nomads must not have lived in the country within the five years before applying, and must not be residing illegally in Spain during the application process.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_requirements\"><\/span>What are the requirements?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Applicants need to demonstrate that they have been working for their clients or company for at least three months before applying \u2014 and the company they work for must have been in operation for at least a year. They\u2019re also required to prove that they can do their job remotely.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of background, prospective visa holders must show they have either a minimum of three years of work experience or be graduates\/postgraduates from renowned universities, vocational training courses or prestigious business schools.<\/p>\n<p>Equally important is proof of financial self-sufficiency. To show that they can support themselves in Spain, individuals applying for the visa need to earn 200% of the country\u2019s monthly minimum wage. Currently, this translates to \u20ac2,334 per month or \u20ac28,000 per year.<\/p>\n<p>Spouses and children can also join the visa holders in Spain, in which case an extra 25% for each family member is added to the threshold income.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, applicants are required to have a clean criminal record in the last five years, while, for the time being, they need to obtain full, private health insurance.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visa_duration_and_application_process\"><\/span>Visa duration and application process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Spain\u2019s digital nomad visa is originally valid for 12 months, or for the duration of the employment period if that\u2019s shorter than a year. It can be renewed for up to five years, at which point it\u2019s possible to apply for permanent residency.<\/p>\n<p>Interested digital nomads can either apply through a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exteriores.gob.es\/es\/EmbajadasConsulados\/Paginas\/index.aspx\">consulate or embassy<\/a> in their home country or enter Spain on a tourist visa and apply within the first three months.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants need to provide the following documents:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Completed copy of the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exteriores.gob.es\/en\/EmbajadasConsulados\/Documents\/Consular\/20210611-Formulario%20nacional%20espa%c3%b1ol-ingl%c3%a9s.pdf\">National Visa Application Form<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Valid passport and two passport photos.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of suitable employment (work contract and\/or letter from employer confirming the remote professional activity).<\/li>\n<li>Proof that the employer\/company has been active for at least one year<\/li>\n<li>Proof of income (payslips, work contract, bank statements).<\/li>\n<li>Proof of qualifications (university degree, professional certificate, or evidence of at least three years of experience).<\/li>\n<li>Proof of health insurance authorised to operate in Spain.<\/li>\n<li>Criminal record check certificates for the last five years.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of familial relationship to other applicants (marriage certificate, birth certificate).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The application fee is around \u20ac80, although the exact figure can vary slightly depending on the country you apply from.<\/p>\n<p>It can take between 15 to 45 days for the visa to be processed.\n                        <\/p><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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