Spain Non-Lucrative Visa

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• Non-EU nationals who can demonstrate passive income sufficient to live in Spain without working locally
• Minimum EUR €28,800 per year for a single applicant (approx. EUR €2,400/month)
• Additional EUR €7,200/year for each dependent family member
• No intention to work or conduct business activities in Spain
• Clean criminal record — background check from home country required (apostilled)
• Valid private health insurance with full coverage in Spain and no co-payments

Cách thức hoạt động

1. 1

   Document Preparation

   Gather: passport, apostilled criminal record, medical certificate, private health insurance covering Spain, and proof of income (pension statements, bank statements, investment portfolio, or rental income).

2. 2

   Apostille & Certified Translation

   All non-Spanish documents must be officially apostilled and translated into Spanish by a sworn translator.

3. 3

   Spanish Consulate Application

   Apply at the Spanish consulate responsible for your country of residence. Book an appointment in advance — demand is high. Submit originals and photocopies.

4. 4

   Visa Processing

   Spanish consulate processes the application — typically 4–8 weeks. They may request additional documentation.

5. 5

   Arrive in Spain & Register

   Enter Spain with your visa (valid 1 year initially). Register at your local ayuntamiento (municipal registry — padrón) and obtain your Foreigners Identity Number (NIE).

6. 6

   Residency Card & Renewals

   Apply for your TIE residency card within 30 days of arrival. Renew every 2 years. After 5 years: long-term residency. After 10 years: Spanish citizenship eligibility.