Spain Visa & Entry Rules

Official immigration guidelines for tourists, digital nomads, and expats.

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Tourist & Short-Term Stays

Standard Visa-Free Stay 90 Days
Extensions Possible? Yes, subject to approval
Important Note: Extensions are possible in exceptional circumstances (force majeure, humanitarian reasons, serious personal reasons) for a maximum of 90 additional days within the same 180-day period, provided the total stay does not exceed 180 days. This applies to Schengen visa holders and visa-exempt nationals.

Long-Term Residency & Digital Nomad Visas

Options for those looking to relocate, work remotely, or retire in Spain.

Visado para teletrabajadores de carácter internacional

For non-EU/EEA citizens working remotely for foreign companies or as self-employed with foreign clients, provided they meet specific professional and financial requirements.
⏱️ Validity: 12 Months 💰 Required Income: $2,449 / mo

Visado de residencia no lucrativa

For non-EU/EEA citizens with sufficient financial means to reside in Spain without engaging in any lucrative activity.
⏱️ Validity: 12 Months 💰 Required Income: $2,592 / mo

Visado de residencia para inversores

For non-EU/EEA citizens making a significant capital investment in Spain.
⏱️ Validity: 12 Months

Visado de residencia y trabajo por cuenta ajena (or Highly Qualified Professional)

For non-EU/EEA citizens hired by a Spanish company, often requiring a job offer and, in some cases, a labor market test or specific qualifications for highly skilled roles.
⏱️ Validity: 12 Months

Visado de estudios

For non-EU/EEA citizens pursuing studies, training, or research in Spain at an authorized educational institution.
⏱️ Validity: 12 Months 💰 Required Income: $648 / mo

Path to Citizenship

Time to Naturalize 10 Years of Residency
Dual Citizenship Allowed? ❌ No (Requires Renunciation)