{"id":3728,"date":"2026-04-26T09:10:45","date_gmt":"2026-04-26T09:10:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kishmaria.com\/digital-nomad-visa-in-spain\/"},"modified":"2026-04-26T09:10:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T09:10:45","slug":"digital-nomad-visa-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kishmaria.com\/en\/digital-nomad-visa-in-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital Nomad Visa in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1498\" src=\"https:\/\/kishmaria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/30.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kishmaria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/30.jpg 624w, https:\/\/kishmaria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/30-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Contents<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>How to get a visa for digital nomads in Spain?<\/p>\n<p>The periods for which the visa is granted and the terms of consideration of the application<\/p>\n<p>List of necessary documents for applying for a digital nomad visa<\/p>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Do you want to live in Spain and work remotely in different countries of the world? Now, with the help of a digital nomad visa (Spanish Nomad digital), your dreams become reality. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>So, let&#8217;s figure out who is a Digital Nomad?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A digital nomad is a person who uses the Internet to do his job and\/or to sell his knowledge and\/or products. To begin with, let&#8217;s clarify that we are talking not only about IT specialists, but about any work that can be done remotely: teaching, digital marketing, copywriting, accounting, etc. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since January 2023, in order to attract international investment and develop digital entrepreneurship in the country, Spain has created a special visa product for remote employees, which is regulated by the &#8220;Startup Law&#8221;. Now, a digital nomad can live and work in Spain for a long period of time. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>How to get a visa for digital nomads in Spain?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Conditions that you must meet:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have of legal age.<\/li>\n<li>The process of obtaining a residence can begin both in the country of origin and in Spain. If the process begins in the country of origin, a visa is requested through the consulate. The validity period of the visa is 1 year. Upon arrival in Spain, an application for a residence for 3 years is submitted.<\/li>\n<li>The company in which you work remotely must exist for at least a year, and you must be listed in it for at least three months. The self-employed can also apply for a digital nomad visa. In this case, it is necessary to document your professional relationship with a foreign company \/ companies in which you have been working for at least 3 months, as well as to obtain permission to transfer to Spain.<\/li>\n<li>The company you work for remotely must have been in existence for at least 1 year.<\/li>\n<li>The candidate must have been working for this company for at least 3 months.<\/li>\n<li>Have a specialized education and work experience in this speciality for at least three years.<\/li>\n<li>Your salary must be at least 2 minimum wages established by the current legislation of Spain, per applicant. As of today, this amount is 2,200 EUR.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, it is known that by Law it is possible to attach relatives to the visa: children, spouses, parents. Salary requirements, in this case, increase proportionally.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The periods for which the visa is granted and the terms of consideration of the application<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the application is submitted from the country of origin, a visa to enter Spain will be issued for a period of 1 year.<\/li>\n<li>Later, you will be able to apply for a residence permit for a longer period. If you are applying for a digital nomad visa while in Spain as a tourist, you can expect to receive a three-year visa<\/li>\n<li>It can be extended for another 2 years until the moment of obtaining a permanent residence permit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>List of necessary documents for applying for a digital nomad visa<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A valid passport with a stamp of entry to Spain or a declaration of entry to Spain.<\/li>\n<li>A diploma of higher education with a qualification corresponding to your work contract.<\/li>\n<li>An employment contract concluded for a period of at least 1 year<\/li>\n<li>and confirming that you have been working in this company for at least 3 months.<\/li>\n<li>At the same time, the company itself must exist for at least 1 year.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of employment and income<\/li>\n<li>Confirmation of income (minimum \u20ac2,200 per month)<\/li>\n<li>Certificate of no criminal record (with apostille)<\/li>\n<li>Health insurance or Social Security number<\/li>\n<li>Proof of payment of the state fee (approximately \u20ac80)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Digital Nomad Visa can also be transitioned from other categories, such as a student visa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This law creates new opportunities for remote employees across various professions. However, it is still evolving and requires additional clarification. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Legal Framework:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ley 28\/2022 \u2013 Law on the Development of the Startup Ecosystem<\/li>\n<li>Ley 35\/2006 \u2013 Personal Income Tax Law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n    <div class=\"xs_social_share_widget xs_share_url after_content \t\tmain_content  wslu-style-1 wslu-share-box-shaped wslu-fill-colored wslu-none wslu-share-horizontal wslu-theme-font-no wslu-main_content\">\n\n\t\t\n        <ul>\n\t\t\t        <\/ul>\n    <\/div> \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contents &nbsp; How to get a visa for digital nomads in Spain? The periods for which the visa is granted and the terms of consideration of the application List of necessary documents for applying for a digital nomad visa Do you want to live in Spain and work remotely in different countries of the world? 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