Remote employees
We review the employer relationship, company activity, authorization to work from Spain and the evidence of professional continuity.
SPAIN DIGITAL NOMAD VISA
Legal support for your Spain Digital Nomad Visa
We review your remote-work profile, income and documents, then help you choose the right filing route and prepare a coherent application for Spain.
45-minute online consultation · English or Spanish
Employees and freelancersApplications from Spain or abroadEnglish and Spanish support
START WITH YOUR PROFILE
A visa route built around how you actually work
The same permit can involve very different evidence depending on your employment relationship, clients, family and where you apply. We turn those variables into a clear plan.
Freelancers and contractors
We organize contracts, invoices, client distribution and professional history into a consistent remote-work case.
Partners and families
We calculate the family impact, identify relationship documents and coordinate the supporting evidence for dependants.
Route and timing
We compare the consular visa with the residence authorization from Spain before recommending where and how to file.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT ROUTE
Applying from abroad or from Spain?
Both routes can lead to legal residence for remote work, but they are not interchangeable. Your location, immigration status and practical priorities matter.
| Point to compare | From a Spanish consulate | From Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Typical starting point | You are legally resident outside Spain and apply through the competent Spanish consulate. | You are legally in Spain when the application is filed. |
| Initial outcome | A national visa generally valid for up to one year. | A residence authorization generally valid for up to three years. |
| Best suited to | Applicants who want approval before relocating. | Applicants already in Spain who meet the conditions to file in-country. |
| What needs checking | Consular jurisdiction, appointments and local document rules. | Legal entry, remaining stay and the correct electronic filing strategy. |
The best route depends on your individual circumstances. A case review should happen before relying on a timeline or filing channel.
PROFILE COMPARISON
Employee, freelancer or applying with family
The legal framework is shared, but the evidence is not. This comparison shows where the preparation usually differs.
| Profile | Evidence usually emphasized | Common review point |
|---|---|---|
| Remote employee | Employment contract, employer letter, company activity and authorization to work remotely from Spain. | Whether the foreign employment relationship is sufficiently documented and continuous. |
| Freelancer / contractor | Client contracts, invoices, professional history and proof that the activity can be performed remotely. | Client concentration, contract quality and the permitted relationship with Spanish clients. |
| Family application | Marriage or birth records, apostilles, translations and additional financial capacity. | Whether all relationships and income increments are correctly supported. |
DOCUMENT MAP
What the application file usually needs to prove
A strong file does more than collect documents. Each document should support a specific legal or factual point in your case.
| Document group | What it helps prove | Who normally needs it |
|---|---|---|
| Identity and legal stay | Identity, nationality and the lawful basis for the chosen filing route. | All applicants |
| Remote work relationship | The nature, duration and continuity of employment or client activity outside Spain. | Main applicant |
| Income and solvency | Sufficient, stable resources under the applicable SMI-based threshold. | Main applicant and family cases |
| Qualifications or experience | The professional background required for the remote activity. | Main applicant |
| Criminal records and insurance | Background compliance and healthcare coverage when required for the route. | Applicants according to age and route |
| Family relationship records | Marriage, partnership, birth or dependency and the link to the main applicant. | Accompanying family |
Income thresholds are linked to Spain’s minimum wage and increase for accompanying family members. We verify the current figure and the evidence used to prove it before filing.
Read the income requirements guideA BIGGER DECISION
“A visa is not just paperwork. It is the legal foundation for the life you are planning in Spain.”
Our role is to help you make that decision with a realistic route, organized evidence and fewer avoidable surprises.
HOW WE WORK
From first review to a filing-ready case
- 1Profile review
We understand how you work, where your income comes from, who is applying and where you are now.
- 2Route strategy
We compare filing options and identify the route that best fits your current situation.
- 3Document plan
You receive a tailored checklist with priorities, formalities, translations and missing evidence.
- 4Application preparation
We review consistency across forms, letters, contracts and supporting documents.
- 5Filing and follow-up
We guide the submission and help you respond if the authority requests additional information.
EXPATFY SUPPORT
What we can review with you
The scope is adapted to the case, but our work is designed to connect legal criteria with the documents you can actually produce.
Initial viability and risk reviewEmployee or freelancer evidence strategyIncome and family threshold reviewApostille and sworn translation guidancePersonalized document checklistApplication consistency reviewFiling-route guidanceFollow-up on additional requirements
Find the best application route for me AFTER APPROVAL
The visa is only the beginning of settling in Spain
Once your permit is approved, we can help you understand the next administrative and practical steps instead of leaving you with a resolution and no roadmap.
TIE, NIE and immigration steps
Guidance on the documentation and appointments commonly needed after approval or arrival.
Freelancer setup and RETA
Orientation on the steps that may apply when you carry out professional activity as self-employed in Spain.
Renewals and continuity
Planning for future renewals, residence continuity and changes that may affect your authorization.
Coworking and local connections
Practical connections with coworking spaces and digital-nomad communities in selected Spanish cities.
COUNTRY-SPECIFIC GUIDES
Applying with documents issued abroad?
Apostilles, criminal records, consular jurisdiction and document formats vary by country. Our local guides explain those differences without turning this main service page into a generic document dump.
PLAN WITH BETTER INFORMATION
Detailed guides for the decisions behind the application
Income requirements
Understand the SMI-based threshold and how family members affect it.
Read the guideDocument checklist
See how the main evidence groups fit together before you start collecting paperwork.
Read the guideCosts and fees
Plan for government fees, formalities, translations and professional support.
Read the guideFAQ
Common questions before starting
Who can apply for Spain’s digital nomad visa?
The route is generally aimed at third-country nationals who work remotely for companies or clients mainly located outside Spain and can document the required professional, financial and legal conditions.
Can freelancers apply?
Yes. Freelancers and independent contractors can apply, but contracts, invoices, client relationships and professional continuity need to be presented carefully.
Can I apply while I am already in Spain?
In many cases, a person who is legally in Spain can apply for the residence authorization from Spain. Legal entry and timing should be checked before choosing this route.
How much income do I need?
The threshold is linked to a percentage of Spain’s minimum wage and increases for accompanying family members. The applicable figure and proof should be verified at the time of filing.
Can my partner and children apply with me?
Eligible family members may usually accompany or join the main applicant, subject to relationship documents, legal formalities and additional financial capacity.
Does the digital nomad visa lead to Spanish nationality?
It can contribute to a period of legal residence, but it does not grant nationality automatically. Eligibility depends on the applicable residence period and all other nationality requirements.
NEXT STEP
Get a clear plan for your Spain visa
Book a review to understand whether your profile fits, what evidence matters and whether applying from Spain or abroad makes more sense.
Legal content reviewed: August 2026. Immigration rules and administrative criteria can change.