Visas and residence permits Spain
We cover each basis separately: who qualifies, how much money is needed, what documents are required and how long to wait. 9 detailed breakdowns below.
Grounds Spain
Start with whichever is closest to your situation. If you are not sure — we’ll work through it together.
Digital Nomad
Digital nomad visa and residence permit in Spain: who qualifies, income requirement of 200% of the SMI, 20% cap on Spanish clients, documents, application through a consulate or from within the country, renewal, and the Beckham tax regime.
- 200 % SMI · minimum income
- 20 % · income cap from Spain
Family reunification
How to obtain a family reunification residence permit in Spain in 2026: who can reunite, the sponsor’s income requirements (IPREM), accommodation, documents, processing timelines and common mistakes.
- 1 year · of the sponsor’s residence
- 150 % IPREM · combined income for two
Student residence permit
How to obtain a student residence permit in Spain in 2026: how a student visa differs from a residence permit, enrolment and financial requirements (IPREM), whether you can work while studying, applying from your home country and from within Spain, required documents, and transitioning to a work permit after graduation.
- 100 % IPREM · funds per month
- 30 hrs/week · permitted to work
University admissions
How to apply to a Spanish university or vocational college (FP) with a Russian school certificate or degree: homologation and document recognition, UNEDasiss accreditation, PCE exams and the scoring scale up to 14, language requirements, the application calendar, and common mistakes.
- up to 14 · points in the selection pool
- 2 sessions · PCE exams per year
No lucrativa
Non-lucrative visa (residencia no lucrativa) for Spain in 2026: how much money is required (400% of IPREM), whether remote work is permitted, insurance, consulate application, 1+2+2 renewal, and tax implications.
- ≈ 28 800 € · per applicant per year
- ≈ 7 200 € · per family member
Arraigo
How arraigo works under the 2024 regulations: five types instead of the previous three, two years of stay instead of three, what each type requires, and a prohibition introduced on 16 April 2026 — it closed arraigo to anyone who already holds any Spanish status.
- 2 years · continuous stay in Spain
- 5 types · arraigo in the regulations
Permanent residence — larga duración
Five years of lawful residence, absences of up to six consecutive months and no more than ten months in total, studies counted at half their duration, two types of status — European and national — implied approval after three months of administrative silence, and twelve months outside the EU, which terminates the status.
- 5 years · lawful continuous residence
- 10 months · total absences; for work — 18
Citizenship
Ten years of lawful residence under the Civil Code, with shorter periods for specific cases; two mandatory Instituto Cervantes examinations; an electronic procedure with a one-year decision deadline and negative silence; 180 days to take the oath — and a 2024 Supreme Court ruling that struck down one of the conditions.
- 10 years · total period of residence
- 1 year · married to a Spanish citizen
Change of basis
How to switch from a study stay to employment, and from one residence permit to another without returning for a visa: three scenarios under Article 191 with different durations for the new permit, the transition window after completing studies, a temporary work authorisation while the application is under review, and a list of statuses from which the switch is not available.
- visa-free · the transition is made from within the country
- 4 years · validity with one year of residency and the right to work
About our services in detail
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Digital Nomad residence permit
A permit for remote workers and entrepreneurs: working for a foreign company or freelancing for clients abroad. Grants the right to live in Spain and work remotely on a legal basis. We handle financial document preparation, filing, and support at every stage — through to your resident card and subsequent renewals. Two service formats available. ’Standard’ — consultations, document checklist, collection and submission via digital signature, handling of additional requests, biometrics appointment booking, standard translations, and three months of support after your permit is issued. ’Full service’ — everything in Standard, plus employment documents, tax consultation, apostille of your diploma and work history, sworn translations, autónomo registration if needed, and payment of state fees on your behalf. Each additional family member — 600 €, regardless of the plan. Legal consultation — 80 €, credited towards the full service fee. The service provider is a partner agency in Valencia, CIF B26637637.
No Lucrativa Residence Permit
A permit for those with a stable passive income outside Spain: families, investors, and entrepreneurs earning income from other countries. The key is demonstrating sufficient funds and financial stability. We handle document preparation, filing, and full support through to your resident card. Legal consultation — 80 €, credited towards the full service fee. The service provider is a partner agency in Valencia, CIF B26637637.
Student visa
A visa and lawful stay for the duration of studies at a university, college, or language school in Spain. Under certain conditions, it allows you to work a limited number of hours. Document preparation, filing, and full support. Legal consultation — 80 €, credited toward the cost of full support. The service provider is a partner agency in Valencia, CIF B26637637.
Autónomo registration
Full autónomo registration: sign-up, social security enrolment, and tax authority connection. Fixed price, no hidden fees. Legal consultation — 80 € credited toward the full service fee. The service provider is a partner agency in Valencia, CIF B26637637.
Bookkeeping services
Monthly bookkeeping: preparation and submission of reports, tax calculation and payment, deadline and penalty monitoring. For autónomo and companies alike. Legal consultation — €80, credited toward the cost of ongoing support. The service provider is a partner agency in Valencia, CIF B26637637.
Tax returns
Preparing and filing tax returns for tax residents and non-residents in Spain: data collection, preparation, and submission to the tax authorities. Non-resident property declarations handled separately. Legal consultation — 80 € credited toward the full service fee.
Services shown with a stated price. Others are quoted based on your situation — they are in full catalogue.A legal consultation — 80 € credited toward the service fee.
Services and pricing Spain
How much it costs in totalSelect what you need — the total will be calculated instantly. Two or more services — 5% off each.
Visa and residence permit
Documents on the ground
Prices are all-inclusive; 21% VAT is included. Government fees are separate unless the line states otherwise. Payment procedure depends on the country and service; the account and contract go where they are needed. If it doesn’t work via on our side — we will refund the money; no one can guarantee approval. A legal consultation — 80 €, it is applied toward the cost of the service.
What else is needed in Spain
The status is half the move. The other half is housing, a bank account, a school, doctor and documents on the ground. That is handled by the relevant destination sections network, and you won’t have to explain your situation again.
On-site services
Local snapshot: who can help in Spain with documents, housing, and everyday matters.
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