Visay Types For More Than 90 Days

Temporary residency is the situation that authorises a stay in Spain for a period of more than 90 days and less than five years. Authorisations for a duration of less than five years may be periodically renewed. In this case, following an application by the interested party, if the applicant meets the circumstances to grant it.

International Teleworkers (Digital Nomads)

Non-EU foreign nationals can apply for a residence permit for international telework to carry out remote work or professional activities for companies located outside Spain, using exclusively IT, telematic, and telecommunication means.

Conditions:

For remote work: Only for companies outside Spain.
For professional activities: Allowed to work for a Spanish company, but it must be less than 20% of their total professional activity.

Requirements:

Graduates or postgraduates from reputable universities, vocational training, or business schools, or a minimum of three years of professional experience.
Proof of ongoing business activity from the employer.
Documentation proving the remote nature of the work.
Evidence of an existing work or professional relationship for at least three months, along with terms and conditions.

Permits and Duration:

Visa: For applicants outside Spain, allowing residence and work throughout Spain for one year, or less if the work period is shorter.

After one year, a residence authorization must be requested.

Investor Visa (Golden Visa)

The Spanish Golden Visa program was officially terminated on April 3, 2025, meaning it’s no longer possible to obtain Spanish residency through investment in real estate or other assets under this program.

The program, which previously offered residency permits to non-EU investors, allowed for different investment routes, most commonly a €500,000 real estate purchase.

While the Golden Visa is gone, other visas, such as the Digital Nomad Visa and the Non-Lucrative Visa, exist as alternatives for individuals wanting to live in Spain.