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Digital Nomad Visa

The awaited Digital Nomad Visa has officially been released and is now open for applications, fulfilling the aspirations of many professionals eager to make Spain their base for remote work. Global expatriates seeking to relocate and work remotely from Spain can now start the application process.

What is a Digital Nomad Visa?

The Digital Nomad Visa is a residence permit with an extension option of up to 5 years, providing non-EU citizens with the opportunity to reside and work remotely in Spain. This permit is particularly suitable for individuals moving to Spain while continuing to work for an overseas company or serving clients globally.

An interesting feature of this residency permit is the availability of 2 application options:

  • Applicants can directly apply from Spain using a tourist visa, and have their 3-year card issued.
  • Alternatively, applicants can obtain a 1-year visa from their home country through the Spanish consulate, allowing entry into Spain. Subsequrntly, they can transition to the 3-year card.

Moreover, the list of attractive features continues to include:

  • The duration spent under the 3-year card, including its subsequent renewals, contributes towards meeting the requirements for acquiring Spanish nationality and qualifying for permanent residence. Notably, permanent residence can be achieved after a continuous 5-year period as a remote worker or digital nomad in Spain.
  • An option to include your spouse and children in the same application.
  • Experience a fast-track resolution in just 20 days. Notably, your application is deemed finally approved if you never hear from the administration within this period.
  • Enjoy unrestricted movement throughout the EU using the granted residence card.
  • This visa program is designed to cater specifically to non-EU citizens.

When applying for the Nomad Visa, it is essential to note that two main profiles of foreigners can obtain this permit:

  1. Employed workers whose companies allow remote work from another country, such as Spain.
  2. Self-employed workers with clients worldwide or diverse online income sources, excluding Spain.

Requirements for both profiles:

To qualify for a remote work visa, consider the following:

  • Your current company or freelance clients must be located outside Spain.
  • Incomes from Spanish companies or sources within Spain should not exceed 20% of your total income.
  • Provide evidence of minimum 3 months of continuous work or freelancing before applying for the visa.
  • Maintain a contractual agreement with the same company for at least 1 year.
  • Maintain a yearly salary of €30,240 (€2,520 per month).
  • Demonstrate adequate experience and education, either through 3 years of work experience or a degree from a reputable institution.
  • Provide a criminal record certificate with a minimum validity of 90 days, legalized and apostilled.
  • Declare a clean criminal record for the past 5 years.
  • Complete the application form.
  • Pay the administrative fees.
  • Secure private health insurance with full coverage throughout Spain.

In conclusion, a distinction arises based on whether you are employed by a company or working as a freelancer:

    • If you are employed by a foreign country, it is crucial that the company has been in operation for at least 1 year prior to your application. Additionally, the company must confirm that your position allows for remote work, and they explicitly grant you permission to do so.

    • For freelancers, it is a requirement to be engaged with at least one company (located outside Spain). The terms and conditions of your contract must explicitly specify the option to work remotely.

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