For digital nomads

We recommend submitting the documents while being in Spain, as in this case, the residence permit is granted immediately for a period of 3 years.

Who can get it?

• Salaried employees of a company or group of companies located outside of Spain.
• Individual entrepreneurs (freelancers, self-employed individuals) providing services to a company or groups of companies located outside of Spain.

Work is conducted remotely using the internet and a computer.

Conditions for obtaining this permit include

• Not be a citizen of a European Union, European Economic Area, or Swiss state, or a relative of citizens of these countries.
• Not be among individuals prohibited from entering the territory of countries with which Spain has corresponding agreements.
• When applying for a residence permit in Spain, it is necessary to be on legal grounds within Spanish territory.
• Either have a diploma in the relevant field of education or provide evidence of relevant work experience over the last 3 years.
• Have an employment contract or service agreements with a company or group of companies located outside of Spain.
• Have a corresponding income, where no more than 20% comes from Spanish companies, if you work as an individual entrepreneur.
• Not have the resident status in Spain for the last five years at the time of submitting the application.
• Have worked remotely for a minimum of three months with the same company and possess written confirmation from the company in the case of an employed worker, or have relevant service contracts with companies.
• Provide evidence of the real and continuous activity of the company or group of companies, or proof of registration as an individual entrepreneur for a minimum of one year.
• Have sufficient financial means to cover living expenses in the country, as well as, if necessary, for family members.
• No criminal record in Spain and in countries of previous residence for the last five years for offenses under Spanish law.
• Have state or private health insurance contracted with an authorized insurer in Spain.