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EX-10 — Labor Roots Residence Permit (Arraigo Laboral)
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EX-10 — Labor Roots Residence Permit (Arraigo Laboral)

Skilled Migration
Closed to new applications — May 20, 2025

Abolished May 20, 2025 under Real Decreto 1155/2024 (Reglamento de Extranjería). The prior 'arraigo laboral' category was restructured into 'arraigo sociolaboral' (Hoja 29) and 'arraigo de segunda oportunidad' (Hoja 27). Existing valid permits remain in force until expiry.

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Application Fee

54.36 EUR

incl. 38.28 Administrative authorization fee

Stay Duration

1 year

Not renewable
No dependents
No PR pathway
No job offer needed
Remote work not required
Official Information
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Living in Spain

Cost of Living
25% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€24,000
Quality of Life
186/200
Full Country Guide

Overview

The Arraigo Laboral was a Spanish temporary residence permit for undocumented foreigners who could prove at least two years of continuous residence and prior employment in Spain — typically six months at 30 hours/week or one year at 15 hours/week — without needing a current job offer.

Valid for one year and non-renewable as an arraigo, it granted full authorization to work as an employee or self-employed. Holders had to convert to a standard work permit before expiry to remain legal. Fees totalled EUR 54.36 (EUR 38.28 authorization + EUR 16.08 TIE card).

This visa is ideal for undocumented workers already in Spain's workforce seeking a one-year bridge to formal residency. Abolished May 20, 2025 under RD 1155/2024; replaced by Arraigo Sociolaboral.

Fee Breakdown

Administrative authorization fee (Modelo 790-052)38.28 EUR
TIE card fee (Modelo 790-012)16.08 EUR

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Employee Work Visa (Visado de trabajo por cuenta ajena)
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Employee Work Visa (Visado de trabajo por cuenta ajena)

Validity1 year
Processing3 months
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Self-Employment Visa (Autónomo)
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Self-Employment Visa (Autónomo)

Validity1 year
Processing4-6 months
View Visa Details

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Continuous residence in Spain for at least 2 years

Proof of prior employment in Spain (e.g., 6 months at 30 hours/week or 1 year at 15 hours/week)

Clean criminal record certificate from Spain and countries of residence for the past 5 years

Valid passport

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Provides a path to legal residency for those previously working in an irregular situation
  • Grants full authorization to work as an employee or self-employed individual
  • Does not require a new job offer at the time of application

Worth Knowing

  • The permit is valid for only one year and is not renewable as an Arraigo permit
  • Requires proof of specific prior work history which can be complex to document
  • Must be converted to a different type of residence permit before expiration to remain legal
  • This visa has been abolished under the new Reglamento de Extranjería (Real Decreto 1155/2024) which entered into force on May 20, 2025. It has been replaced by Arraigo de Segunda Oportunidad and Arraigo Sociolaboral.

Application Process

1

Gather evidence of 2-year residency and prior employment history

2

Obtain criminal record certificates

3

Submit application to the Foreigners' Office (Oficina de Extranjería) online or in person

4

Register with Social Security upon approval

5

Schedule and attend appointment to obtain the TIE (Foreigner Identity Card)

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Last verified May 31, 2026
Application Steps
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Fee Breakdown
Administrative authorization fee (Modelo 790-052): 38.28 EUR; TIE card fee (Modelo 790-012): 16.08 E…
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Fees
EUR 38.28 (administrative authorization fee - Modelo 790-052) + EUR 16.08 (TIE card - Modelo 790-012…
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Official Information
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Living in Spain

Cost of Living
25% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€24,000
Quality of Life
186/200
Full Country Guide

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