Digital Nomad Self-Employed
Who Qualifies?
- Non-EU citizen
- Works remotely for foreign clients
- Business active ≥ 3 months
- Clean criminal record
- University degree or 3+ years experience
- Max 20% income from Spain
Financial Requirement
- Minimum €2,520+/month (200% SMI)
- +75% for first dependent
- +25% for each additional member
- Bank statements (last 3–6 months)
- Client contracts
- Invoices issued
- Proof of payments received
Family Members Can Join
- Spouse
- Children
- Dependent parents
- Receive residence cards linked to main applicant
Health Insurance
- Full private insurance valid in Spain
- No deductible
- No co-payment
- Coverage equal to Spanish public system
Application Options
- Apply from Spain: enter legally via tourist visa
- Directly apply for 3-year residence permit
- Processing: approx. 20–45 working days
- Apply from Consulate: receive 1-year visa
- After arrival convert to 3-year permit
Tax Benefit
- Eligible for Spain’s special expat tax regime
- Flat 24% tax (up to €600,000)
- Potential advantage for high earners
Application Process
- Apply from home country
- Receive 1-year visa
- Or apply directly in Spain
- Get 3-year residence permit
- Processing 20–45 days
Validity
- Initial approval: 3 years
- Renewable for 2 more years
- Eligible for permanent residency after 5 years