Yes, a Spain Digital Nomad visa can lead to permanent residency, provided you reside in the country for five consecutive years. The country introduced the digital nomad visa in January 2023 as an initiative of the New Startup Act. A Spain Digital nomad visa allows foreign remote workers (freelancers, entrepreneurs) to reside and work remotely in the country for up to 12 months. Qualifying individuals can apply for a residence permit within the initial visa duration period. Once issued, the residence permit will be valid for three years and can be renewed for another two years. Digital nomads who successfully reside in the country for five consecutive years are eligible to apply for permanent residency in Spain.
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Eligibility Requirements for a Spain Digital Nomad Visa
Given below is the list of eligibility requirements to apply for a Spain digital nomad visa:
- Passport with a validity of at least 12 months at the time of applying
- Proof of remote work, freelancing work, ownership of a startup outside the country (Spain)
- Fulfill the minimum monthly income requirement of €2,646 for the primary applicant and €3,641 for couples.
- Have a degree (Bachelors or Masters)
- You must have at least three years of professional industrial experience (for those without a degree)
- You must have at least three months of experience as a remote worker.
- The startup company or business must have been established at least 12 months before applying for the visa (for entrepreneurs)
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Eligibility Requirements for Spain permanent residency
Digital nomads who have resided in the country for five years can apply for permanent residency. They must however fulfill the additional requirements given below to qualify:
- Live in Spain for five years
- Have a valid Foreigner Identity Number (NIE)
- Fulfill the minimum stay requirement of not leaving the country for over 10 months
- Have medical insurance in Spain
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