Last reviewed March 2026
Work remotely for foreign companies while living in Spain
Income Requirement
€2,268/month minimum (200% of SMI). Lawyers recommend €3,000+ buffer.
75% of SMI (~€850) for first dependent, 25% of SMI (~€284) for each additional
Can You Work?
Yes
Remote work only (up to 20% for Spanish companies)
Initial Duration
1 year
Processing: 4-8 weeks
Path to Residency
10 years to citizenship
Total possible: 5 years (1 initial + 2+2 renewals), then eligible for long-term residency
80% of income must be from non-Spanish sources
No Spanish tax residency in past 5 years
Clean criminal record (apostilled)
Private health insurance (no copay)
Proof of remote work (contract or client agreements)
Education: Bachelor's degree OR 3+ years professional experience
Valid passport (must remain valid for the full visa duration; 12+ months recommended)
Completed visa application form
Passport photos (specific format)
Clean criminal record (apostilled, from all countries past 5 years)
Employment contract OR client contracts (for freelancers)
Proof of income (6 months bank statements)
Private health insurance certificate
University degree OR proof of 3+ years experience
Proof of remote work arrangement
Visa Fee
€80–200
Health Insurance
€50–150/mo
Total First-Year Estimate
€1,500–4,000
Total first-year costs
Processing
4-8 weeks
Initial Duration
1 year
Renewal 1
2 years
Renewal 2
2 years
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