Digital Nomad Visa in Spain
Document preparation and support for international teleworker (digital nomad) applications and accompanying family members.
Quick answer
International teleworker residence is for third-country nationals who work or provide professional services remotely, mainly for companies located outside Spain, using computer and telecommunications systems.
Who may qualify
- Remote employees of foreign companies.
- Qualified professionals meeting the education or experience requirements.
- Family members who may accompany the main applicant under Law 14/2013.
Main requirements
- The company or group must show real and continuous activity for at least one year.
- Evidence that the employment or professional relationship can be performed remotely.
- The applicant must meet qualification/experience and general Law 14/2013 conditions, including financial means and applicable social-security/insurance requirements.
Documents
- Passport and the application required by the UGE/consular procedure.
- Company documentation and evidence that the work is remote-capable.
- Employment/professional contract and evidence of the required duration of the relationship.
- Qualification or professional-experience evidence, financial means and social-security/insurance documentation.
How the procedure works
- From abroad, a visa procedure may apply; applicants lawfully in Spain may apply for residence through the UGE where the law allows.
- The UGE assesses both international-telework conditions and the general requirements of Law 14/2013.
- After approval, subsequent formalities are completed, including the TIE where required.
Frequently asked questions
Can I work for a Spanish company?
For employees, the work must be for companies located outside Spain. For professional activity, work for a Spanish company is permitted provided it does not exceed 20% of total professional activity.
Is a university degree mandatory?
Not always. The law accepts specified recognised qualifications/training or, in the relevant case, at least three years of professional experience.
Official sources
Last reviewed: 20/08/2026
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