Spain Digital Nomad Visa How to Apply
VISA OVERVIEW SECTION
Official Spanish name: "Visado de Trabajador Remoto" or "Visado de Nómada Digital"
Legal basis: Law 14/2013 on Support for Entrepreneurs and Internationalization
Key benefits: Up to 5-year residency, favorable tax regime (24% flat rate for first 4 years), EU Schengen access
Quick facts table: Processing time, visa duration, family inclusion, minimum income
3. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Who can apply:
Non-EU/EEA citizens
Remote workers employed by non-Spanish companies
Freelancers with majority clients outside Spain
Digital entrepreneurs with businesses registered outside Spain
Requirements:
Minimum income: ~€2,334/month (200% of Spanish minimum wage)
Health insurance from Spanish provider
Clean criminal record from all countries of residence (past 2 years)
University degree or 3+ years professional experience
Proof of remote work arrangement
4. STEP-BY-STEP APPLICATION PROCESS
Phase 1: Initial Application (from home country)
Gather required documents
Submit application at Spanish consulate
Pay visa fee (approx. €80)
Wait for approval (1-3 months)
Phase 2: Residency in Spain
Apply for Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) within 30 days of arrival
Register at local town hall (padrón)
Obtain Spanish tax number (NIE)
5. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST
Completed application form EX-01
Valid passport (minimum 1 year)
Proof of income (bank statements, contracts)
Health insurance certificate
Criminal background check (apostilled)
Professional qualifications proof
Company registration documents (if applicable)
Accommodation proof in Spain
6. TAX INFORMATION SECTION
Special tax regime: 24% flat rate on income up to €600,000 for first 4 years
Social security: Optional for first 2 years if covered in home country
Tax treaties consideration
Recommended tax advisors in Spain
7. COST OF LIVING BREAKDOWN
Monthly Expenses (Average):
Madrid/Barcelona: €1,800-€2,500
Valencia/Seville: €1,200-€1,800
Smaller cities: €900-€1,500
Detailed breakdown:
1-bedroom apartment (city center): €700-€1,200
Utilities: €120-€200
Groceries: €250-€400
Transportation: €40-€60
Coworking space: €100-€200
Entertainment: €200-€400
8. DIGITAL NOMAD ESSENTIALS
Best Cities for Digital Nomads:
Barcelona: Tech hub, international community
Madrid: Business center, cultural activities
Valencia: Beach lifestyle, affordable
Malaga: Growing tech scene, great weather
Las Palmas (Gran Canaria): Year-round summer, nomad community
Internet & Infrastructure:
Average internet speed: 100-300 Mbps
Coworking spaces per city
4G/5G coverage maps
9. OFFICIAL LINKS & RESOURCES
Government Portals:
Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration: https://www.inclusion.gob.es/
Electronic Office for Applications: https://sede.administracion.gob.es/
EX-01 Application Form: [Direct link to form]
Consulate Finder: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/
Useful Services:
NIE Application Portal
Public Health Service (SNS)
Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT): https://www.agenciatributaria.es/
National Police (TIE appointments)
10. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I bring my family? (Yes, with additional income requirements)
Do I need to speak Spanish? (Recommended but not required)
Can I work with Spanish clients? (Limited to 20% of total income)
Healthcare system access
Banking and financial requirements
11. COMMUNITY & SUPPORT
Digital nomad Facebook groups in Spain
Recommended relocation services
Legal and tax advisor directory
Coworking space partnerships
Language school recommendations
12. TIMELINE VISUALIZATION
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Month 1-2: Document preparation
Month 3: Consulate application
Month 4-5: Visa processing
Month 6: Move to Spain + TIE application
Month 7: Settle in and register
