Spain Residency Program
A scenic Mediterranean paradise with profound historical roots, Spain is home to one of Europe's leading economies. Offering highly lucrative investment opportunities, a booming tourism sector, and unparalleled global connectivity, the country promises a multifaceted experience for those seeking prosperity and an enriching European lifestyle.
Visa-free access: 174 countries
Residency permit: 3-year (filed in Spain), renewable for two more years
Permanent residency: after 5 years
No investment or property purchase required
Family inclusion: Spouse, partner & dependents under 18
About Spain's Residency Program
Spain combines a Mediterranean lifestyle, rich culture, and great climate with visa-free access to 29 Schengen countries. Its competitive living costs, strong infrastructure, and vibrant start up scene make it ideal for remote professionals. Tax residents can benefit from a 24% flat tax on Spanish income and an exemption on foreign-sourced income for up to six years.
Program structure & benefits
Spain's Residency Program allows remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to legally live and work in Spain while paving the way toward long-term residency and European citizenship. Introduced under Law 28/2022 (Foral Provision Five) in December 2022, the program was designed to attract international talent by streamlining immigration and offering clear legal and tax advantages.
Other benefits include the following:
- 3-year residence permit (filed in Spain), renewable for two more years
- Permanent residency after 5 years
- Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen countries
- Family inclusion (spouse, partner, and dependents under 18)
- No investment or property purchase required
- Fast 20 business-day approval (in-country applications)
- Minimal documentation; only three Spain visits required
- Full access to banking, healthcare, and education
- No minimum stay required to keep residency
Spain Residency Program qualifications
With a relatively short processing time of 45 days, Spain's Residency Program offers straightforward qualification criteria, paving the way for investors to seamlessly and swiftly integrate into the vibrant tapestry of Spanish life. The following conditions must be met to qualify:
- Be a non-EU citizen
- Have no criminal record in the last 5 years
- Must be working for a non-Spanish company or a self-employed freelancer/entrepreneur with clients outside Spain
- Agree to tax and legal compliance
- Hold a university degree or have 3+ years of relevant experience
- Minimum 3 visits to Spain required during the process
Fees & expenses
The fees associated with the application process include service fees for the principal applicant and all accompanying family members. Applicants must also consider state fees, charges, and other expenses related to the investment, as well as fees for translation and authentication of documents, and visa application.
All expenses related to trips and sojourn in Spain are also at the expense of the client.
All application fees and taxes determined by the Spanish authorities are subject to change without prior notice.
Mediterranean lifestyle, European advantages
From historic architecture and global cuisine to a modern digital economy and one of Europe's warmest climates, Spain combines lifestyle and opportunity for long-term residents.
How the Spain residency process works
VisaVoy coordinates the end-to-end process in collaboration with licensed professionals in Spain, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and in compliance with program requirements.