Expert Assistance for Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) offers remote workers the opportunity to reside in Spain while continuing their professional activities for foreign companies.
Introduced in January 2023, this visa caters to employees, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who meet specific criteria.
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Spain Digital Nomad Visa - Key Requirements
The Spain Digital Nomad Visa allows non-EU remote workers to live and work in Spain legally. It is designed for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote employees seeking long-term residency while maintaining professional flexibility.
With the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa, holders gain long-term residency, visa-free Schengen travel, and access to Spain’s lifestyle and business opportunities. The process is straightforward, making it an attractive option for digital professionals.
To qualify, applicants must prove remote income, have private health insurance, and meet tax requirements. Our experts handle paperwork and compliance, ensuring a smooth and stress-free process.
Unlimited opportunities for a European residence permit
Freedom to travel throughout the Schengen area, access to one of the best healthcare systems in the world, and opportunities for higher education.
Optimal processing times
Decision in 20 working days from submission of application.
Suitable for the whole family
A digital nomad can take their entire family with them immediately, without the need for reunification.
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Spain Digital Nomad Visa Requirements
The Digital Nomad Visa for Spain is available to citizens of countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. Contact us for a consultation to assess your visa eligibility.
Applicants must be employed at their current organization for at least three months.
The company must issue a signed letter authorizing you to work remotely. All functions must be carried out from a remote location.
The company you work for must have been incorporated for at least the last 12 months.
If you are a freelancer or a company owner, you must prove that you have had a commercial relationship with one or more companies for at least three months.
You must have a clean criminal record history.
As an employee of a company, you must have comprehensive health insurance coverage valid in Spain.
As a self-employed or business owner, you must register as self-employed in Spain once the permit is granted.
- You must show enough financial resources to support yourself and your family during your residency. This includes 200% of the monthly minimum wage (SMI) for yourself, plus 75% of the SMI for the first family member and 25% of the SMI for each additional family member.
- As of 2025, this would be €2,763 for the main applicant, an additional €1,036 for the first family member and €345 for each additional family member.
Companies authorizing remote work must be based outside Spain. Self-employed individuals or contractors can work for a Spanish company, but it must not exceed 20% of their total professional activity.
Application process
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Key milestones in your visa application journey
How it Works
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Consultation to Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated expert will carefully study your case and offer individual advice, including recommendations on how to increase your chances of achieving your desired outcome.
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2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises. If new needs arise during the process, such as assistance in finding accommodation, we will invoice additional services separately.
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Document Preparation and Processing
Your dedicated expert will guide you through every step, collecting primary documents ready to file the application.
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Arrival in Spain
If you choose to submit documents upon your arrival in Spain, it is recommended to have a Spanish entry stamp on your passport.
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Document Submission
Once your application is submitted, you can legally stay in Spain, even if the validity of your tourist visa has expired.
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Start your Journey in Spain
Congratulations, it's time to relax and explore your new home. The residency card, which opens countless opportunities in your new European life, will be in your hands within a month after approval of your application.
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Adjusting to Life in Spain
Visa Espania stays in touch even after residency approval. It's important to us that new expats know they are not alone. We are just a few clicks away– ready to help you from our office in Andalusia.
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Digital Nomad Visa Services
Navigate your move to Spain with confidence through our expert support for the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa. We handle every step of the process—from eligibility assessment to application submission—ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience.
Document Translation, Legalization and Notarization Services
Ensure your documents meet all legal requirements with our certified translation and legalization services. We provide fast, accurate processing tailored to Spanish authorities and institutions.
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Education Consultancy Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The Digital Nomad Visa for Spain is available to citizens of countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. Check with us for visa eligibility.
Applicants must be employed at their current organization for at least three months.
The company must issue a signed letter authorizing you to work remotely. All functions must be carried out from a remote location.
The company you work for must have been incorporated for at least the last 12 months.
If you are a freelancer or a company owner, you must prove that you have had a commercial relationship with one or more companies for at least three months.
Always from the condition that your work can only be carried out exclusively through computer, telematic, and telecommunication means and systems, there are two possible scenarios:
- Employment relationship: You can work in Spain only for companies located outside the country.
- Professional relationship: You can work for a Spanish company if:
- You maintain your primary professional relationship with your original company.
- Your work for Spanish companies is under a professional (not employment) relationship.
- Your work for Spanish companies is at most 20% of your total professional activity.
The holder must have health insurance from a company authorized to operate in Spain.
Our immigration lawyers can verify whether the insurance provider meets the Ministry’s requirements. Most international insurance providers do not meet these requirements.
The policy must have the same coverage as Social Security does without co-payments to avoid medical tourism.