Most popular and desirable options for skilled professionals
SpainSpain residence permit for non-EU remote workers earning at least €2,442/month from a foreign employer, valid 1 year initially with a path to 5-year residency.
SpainWork visa for highly qualified professionals, managers, or graduates from prestigious universities. Requires job offer meeting salary thresholds and UGECE authorization.
SpainHighly skilled employment with a recognized degree and salary above the member state threshold. Portable across EU after 12 months.
SpainSpainSpainVisa for transit through Schengen airport international zone without entering the territory.
SpainA residence permit for individuals in an irregular situation in Spain who commit to completing specific professional training.
SpainVisa for young adults (17-30) participating in au pair cultural exchange programs. Participants provide childcare for host family while learning Spanish and Spanish culture.
SpainSpain residence permit for non-EU remote workers earning at least €2,442/month from a foreign employer, valid 1 year initially with a path to 5-year residency.
SpainSpainHighly skilled employment with a recognized degree and salary above the member state threshold. Portable across EU after 12 months.
SpainPermanent residence for non-EU nationals who have resided legally and continuously in Spain for 5 years.
SpainSpainFast-track visa for business founders establishing innovative Spanish companies.
SpainSpainShort-term work visa for seasonal employment in agriculture, tourism, and other sectors.
SpainWork visa for highly qualified professionals, managers, or graduates from prestigious universities. Requires job offer meeting salary thresholds and UGECE authorization.
SpainVisa for students or recent graduates (within 2 years) participating in formal internship programs or trainee contracts in Spain.
SpainSpainTransfer within a multinational company to an EU establishment. Managers, specialists, or trainee employees.
SpainVisa for non-EU citizens seeking employment or preparing to launch a business in Spain. Allows up to 12 months to find work or establish business without prior job offer.
SpainRenewable residence permit for non-EU nationals with €28,800+/year passive income who don't work in Spain.
SpainVisa for researchers and scientific staff conducting research at Spanish public or private research institutions, universities, or R&D centers.
SpainSpainVisa for self-employed professionals and entrepreneurs. For freelancers, contractors, and business owners establishing self-employment in Spain.
SpainSpainSpainFor non-EU students enrolling in authorized Spanish educational institutions.
SpainSpainLong-stay national visa for family members joining a resident of a Schengen country.
SpainLong-stay visa for work, investment, family reunification, or other purposes in a specific EU member state.
SpainFull-time study at a recognized institution in an EU member state. National visa with residence permit.