Spain Visa Guide
11 visa options for moving to Spain. From tourist visas to permanent residency and citizenship.
Digital Nomad Visas
Temporary Residency
Retirement Visas
Work Visas
Work Visa - Employee (Autorizaci贸n de Residencia y Trabajo por Cuenta Ajena)
Standard work permit for employees hired by Spanish companies
Work permit: 30-45 days; Visa: 10-30 daysInitial 1 year, renewal 2 years
Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable
Self-Employment Visa (Autorizaci贸n por Cuenta Propia)
For freelancers, consultants, and small business owners
Up to 3 monthsInitial 1 year, renewable
Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable
EU Blue Card (Tarjeta Azul UE)
EU-wide mobility for highly qualified professionals
30-60 days3 years initial, 2-year renewals
Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable
Investor Visas
Entrepreneur Visa (Visado para Emprendedor)
For entrepreneurs launching innovative, high-impact businesses
~20 business daysInitial 3 years
Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable
Golden Visa (ENDED April 3, 2025)
PROGRAM TERMINATED - Investment-based residency no longer available
N/A - Program endedN/A - Program ended
Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable
Student Visas
Permanent Residency
Citizenship
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