Whether you’re retiring to Spain, working remotely, studying, or self-employed — the right visa depends on your specific situation. Find your path below, or speak to a specialist for personalised guidance.
These three routes are available to start directly through our secure client dashboard. Choose the one that matches your situation and begin today.
Available online via our application dashboard
For those who can support themselves without working in Spain — retirees, passive investors, and those with regular savings or pension income. No work rights, but straightforward and widely used.
See NLV Pricing & Start →Spain’s dedicated visa for remote workers employed by companies or clients outside Spain. Includes access to the Beckham Law flat 24% tax rate and full remote work rights for up to 3 years.
See DNV Pricing & Start →For those enrolled in an accredited Spanish educational institution. Lower income requirements, a flexible structure, and a proven path to longer-term residency in Spain after your studies.
See Pricing & Start →Speak to a specialist to get started
If you want to run your own business or work as a freelancer for Spanish clients in Spain, the self-employed (autónomo) route requires a different process to the Digital Nomad Visa. Our specialists can guide you through the requirements and registration steps.
Enquire About This RouteIf a family member already holds legal residency in Spain, you may be eligible to join them under the family reunification route. Requirements vary depending on your family member’s visa type and how long they have held residency. Get in touch to find out whether you qualify.
Enquire About This RouteNot sure which route applies? Already in Spain and need to change your status? Had a visa refused and want to know your options? Our team deals with complex and unusual immigration situations regularly. Get in touch and tell us your situation.
Tell Us Your SituationCreate an account and start the application process — our questionnaire will help identify the right route based on your income, employment, and plans for Spain.
A clear, simple process from first enquiry to visa approval — without the confusion.
Start your application through our secure dashboard. We ask you a few key questions about your nationality, income source, and plans for Spain. This takes around 5 minutes and allows our team to match you to the right visa route before your consultation.
A qualified specialist reviews your answers and speaks with you directly. They’ll confirm which visa is right for you, what documents you’ll need, and what the realistic timeline looks like for your application. No jargon. No guesswork.
Once you’re ready to proceed, we handle the paperwork. Document preparation, translations, form completion, and embassy submission guidance — everything done to the correct standard the first time.
After approval, we support your first steps in Spain — from registering your NIE and TIE to setting up your padrón. We stay with you beyond the visa approval letter, not just up to it.
Whether your visa is approaching renewal or you need to change your immigration status, our team manages the process so nothing slips through the cracks.
Non-Lucrative Visa holders must renew annually for the first two years, then every two years. Miss the window and you may need to restart from scratch. We track deadlines and manage everything on your behalf.
Start NLV RenewalThe Digital Nomad Visa is valid for 3 years and can be renewed for a further 2. Documentation must show continued qualifying remote income. We prepare everything and guide you through the full renewal process.
Start DNV RenewalAnswers to the questions we hear most often from people comparing their options.
The right visa depends on your income source, nationality, employment status, and what you plan to do in Spain. As a general guide: if you work remotely for a non-Spanish employer, the Digital Nomad Visa is usually the best fit. If you have passive income, a pension, or savings, the Non-Lucrative Visa. If you’re enrolled in education, the Student Visa. If you’re self-employed and want to work with Spanish clients, the autónomo route is different again. Our specialists can confirm the right option for your specific situation.
No. The Non-Lucrative Visa specifically prohibits any gainful employment or self-employment in Spain, including remote work for Spanish or foreign employers. It is designed for people who can live on existing savings, pension income, investments, or other passive income. If you work remotely, the Digital Nomad Visa is the correct route.
The Digital Nomad Visa is for people who work remotely for employers or clients based outside Spain — you must earn at least 80% of your income from non-Spanish sources. The autónomo (self-employed) route is for those who want to work for clients in Spain, run a business in Spain, or whose income comes primarily from Spanish sources. The processes, requirements, and tax implications are different. If you’re unsure which applies to you, contact us for a clear explanation.
Core documents typically include a valid passport, proof of income (bank statements, payslips, or pension letters), private health insurance valid in Spain, and a clean criminal record certificate from each country where you have lived in the past 5 years. Some documents require apostille legalisation and certified translation into Spanish. Your specialist will give you a personalised checklist tailored to your visa type after your call.
Yes. Rejection doesn’t mean the end of the road. Our team reviews the reasons given for rejection, identifies what needs to be corrected or strengthened, and rebuilds a better application. In many cases, people who were rejected when applying without professional support go on to be approved once the right documentation and approach are in place.
Processing times vary. The Digital Nomad Visa via the UGE route typically takes 20–45 days once submitted. The Non-Lucrative Visa is usually 30–90 days depending on your consulate. Student Visa processing is typically 30–60 days. We always factor in document preparation and translation time before submission, so your overall timeline will be longer than the processing window alone. Your specialist will give you an honest estimate based on your nationality and consulate.
Start your application online today or speak to a specialist who can confirm the right route for your situation.
