Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers and freelancers from outside the EU to live in Spain while legally working for companies or clients abroad. Launched under the Startup Law in 2023 and expanded in 2024 and 2025, the visa offers a powerful route for those seeking to combine professional flexibility with the Spanish lifestyle.
Quick summary: The Digital Nomad Visa offers a 3-year residence permit, a 24% flat tax rate under the Beckham Law, and the option to bring your spouse and children. Applications can be made from your home country or within Spain.
Whether you’re a freelancer, tech worker, consultant, designer, developer, or remote employee, this visa opens the door to legal, long-term life in Spain — with less bureaucracy than many other visa types.
Who Is the Digital Nomad Visa For?
This visa is designed for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens who meet the following criteria:
- You work remotely using digital tools or platforms
- Your clients or employer(s) are based outside of Spain
- You have sufficient income to support yourself and any dependants
- You have no criminal record in the last 5 years
The visa is open to:
- Remote employees of foreign companies
- Freelancers with international clients
- Entrepreneurs operating an online business based outside of Spain
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Minimum Income Requirements (2025)
To apply, you must show that you meet the official minimum income threshold:
- Main applicant: approx. €30,000 per year (200% IPREM)
- Spouse/partner: + €11,000 per year (75% IPREM)
- Each child: + €3,700 per year (25% IPREM)
You can prove this with payslips, bank statements, tax returns, or client contracts. We review your situation and ensure documentation meets legal standards.
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Key Requirements
- Valid passport (with at least 12 months remaining)
- Proof of employment or self-employment outside Spain
- Clean criminal record (from the last 5 years)
- Private health insurance valid throughout Spain
- Proof of income above the required threshold
- University degree or 3+ years of demonstrable work experience in your field
- Apostilled and officially translated documents (where applicable)
Don’t worry — we handle all translations, apostilles, and sworn legal requirements as part of your application.
How to Apply for the Digital Nomad Visa
You can apply in two ways:
- From your home country – via the Spanish consulate
- From within Spain – if you’re legally present (e.g. on a tourist visa)
Most applicants prefer the in-country route for faster processing and to avoid returning home. We help with both options and advise on the best route for your nationality and timing.
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
- We assess your eligibility and visa strategy
- Prepare documentation (employment contracts, degree, income, insurance)
- Submit your application (online via UGE or consulate appointment)
- Receive approval (within 20–45 working days)
- Register your address and apply for the TIE residence card
Beckham Law: Pay 24% Flat Tax in Spain
The Digital Nomad Visa gives access to the Beckham Lawflat 24% income tax on Spanish income up to €600,000 per year, for 5 consecutive years.
You must register for this within 6 months of becoming a Spanish tax resident. We handle all paperwork and registration on your behalf.
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Can My Family Come With Me?
Yes — one of the biggest benefits of this visa is that it allows you to bring your family.
- Spouse or civil partner
- Dependent children
- Dependent parents (in some cases)
They apply as dependants under the same visa request and receive the same residence validity. Family members can also work in Spain if they receive their own work authorisation.
What Happens After You Arrive?
Once approved and in Spain, you must:
- Register your address at the local town hall (empadronamiento)
- Attend your fingerprint appointment at the police station
- Receive your TIE residence card
We coordinate all appointments, paperwork, and accompany you (if requested) to make sure the transition is seamless.
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Why Choose Platinum Legal Spain for Your Digital Nomad Visa?
- We handle everything from start to finish — paperwork, translations, appointments, taxes
- Clear, fixed-fee pricing — no surprises
- In-country and consulate-based application support
- Full integration support: NIE, TIE, empadronamiento, insurance, Beckham Law
- Based in Spain, with specialists in residency law for digital nomads
Need Help Applying for Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa?
Our team will guide you through every step — from eligibility checks to document preparation and final approval.
FAQs – Digital Nomad Visa Spain
No — your main source of income must be from companies or clients outside Spain. You can earn up to 20% of your income from Spanish sources.
No — most long-stay visas must be applied for at the Spanish consulate in your home country.
Can I bring my family with me?
Yes. Spouse, registered partner, and dependent children can be included in the same application.
Do I qualify for the 24% flat tax rate?
Yes, if you register for the Beckham Law within 6 months of becoming a Spanish tax resident
Can I apply from within Spain?
Yes, as long as you are legally in Spain (not overstaying a tourist visa) when applying.
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Disclaimer
This guide is for general information only. Property laws and tax rates change, so we recommend consulting a legal expert before purchasing property in Spain.
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