Who Qualifies?
- Non-EU citizen
- No intention to work in Spain
- Sufficient passive income or savings
- Clean criminal record
- Private Spanish health insurance
- Remote work not permitted
Financial Requirement
- Approx. €2,400–€2,500 per month
- Or €29,000–€30,000 yearly
- Or equivalent savings
- +€600–€700 per dependent
- Bank statements (6–12 months)
- Rental, dividends, or pension income
Validity & Renewal
- Initial residence: 1 year
- Renewal: 2 years
- Permanent residency after 5 years
- Possible citizenship after 10 years
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Visa application form
- Apostilled criminal record certificate
- Medical certificate
- Private health insurance
- Proof of accommodation
- Financial proof documents
- Marriage / birth certificates (if family)
Where to Apply?
- Apply from home country
- Or legal residence country
- Cannot apply from Spain
- Processing: approx. 1–3 months
Health Insurance
- Spanish-approved private insurance
- No deductible
- No co-payment
- Full coverage within Spain
