International teleworking visa / residence authorization for digital nomads in Spain

International teleworking visa / residence authorization for digital nomads · Spain visa route

remote · last reviewed 2026-06 · all Spain routes

Graduate/postgraduate from recognised institutions or minimum 3 years professional experience; company has real and continued activity; remote work can be carried out remotely; employment/professional relationship existed at least 3 months; visa via consulate or residence authorization via UGE if legally in Spain.

Route overview

Typical timeline / duration: Visa: 1 year if outside Spain. Residence authorization: 3 years if legally in Spain; after visa year, apply for residence permit.

Important notes

Add current SMI calculation separately before launch.
Employees may only work for companies outside Spain.
Self-employed/professional activity may include Spanish clients only up to 20% of total professional activity.

Official source

Official source: Spain official source

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Visa rules change frequently. This page is a research guide, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the official source before applying.