Spain Golden Visa & Residence Permit

At a glance

Golden Visa status

Closed (April 3, 2025)

Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV)

~EUR 2,400/month passive income

Digital Nomad Visa

~EUR 2,850/month remote income

Entrepreneur Visa

Innovative business plan

Existing golden visa holders

Rights preserved and renewable

Benefits

• Living in Spain and Schengen access through alternative visas.
• Residence possible through passive income or remote work.
• Family members can be included.
• Path to citizenship after 10 years of residence.

Requirements

• Sufficient passive income and 183 days of residence per year for the NLV.
• Remote work income for the Digital Nomad Visa.
• Approved innovative business plan for the Entrepreneur Visa.
• Clean criminal record and health insurance.

Costs

Golden Visa

No longer available (ended in 2025)

Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV)

~EUR 28,800/year proof of income

Digital Nomad Visa

~EUR 2,850/month income

Entrepreneur Visa

Depends on business plan

Process

1. 01

   Eligibility assessment

   Determining the visa type best suited to your profile.

2. 02

   Document preparation

   Preparing income, business plan, or employment documents.

3. 03

   Application

   Applying through the consulate or from within Spain.

4. 04

   Residence

   Obtaining and renewing the residence permit after approval.

FAQ

Is the Spain golden visa still open?

No. The program ended on April 3, 2025, and no longer accepts new applications. Existing holders' rights are preserved.

Is there still a way to get Spanish residence through investment?

There is no longer direct residence through investment; however, residence is possible through passive income, remote work, or entrepreneurship.

Can I get residence by buying real estate?

No, the golden visa that granted residence through real estate investment has closed.

What happens to my existing golden visa?

Golden visas obtained before the program closed retain their rights and can be renewed as long as conditions are met.

How much income is required for the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV)?

Generally approximately EUR 28,800 in annual passive income (~EUR 2,400/month), plus additional proof of income for each additional family member.

How long can I stay with the Digital Nomad Visa?

The initial permit can extend up to a total of 5 years through renewals; a transition to long-term residence may be considered afterward.

Is there a path to citizenship in Spain?

Citizenship can generally be applied for after 10 years of legal residence; this period is reduced to 2 years for citizens of certain Latin American countries.