Digital Nomad Visa in Spain

Live in Spain while working remotely for your foreign employer or clients

Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa is one of the most flexible ways for non-EU citizens to live in Spain while continuing their international career. It allows you to work remotely for a foreign company, or as a freelancer with foreign clients, from anywhere in the country.

At NomadTaxSpain, we specialise in guiding remote workers and their families through the entire process, combining expert immigration advice with tax planning tailored to your move to Spain, including relocations to Mallorca.

What is the Digital Nomad Visa?

The Digital Nomad Visa (and its corresponding residence permit) is designed for non-EU nationals who work entirely online for companies or clients located outside Spain.

You can apply either:

• From outside Spain, obtaining a visa valid for up to 12 months; or
• From within Spain, obtaining a residence permit valid for up to three years directly.

Both options allow you to live in Spain while working remotely using exclusively digital means.

Who Can Apply?

You may qualify if you meet the following general conditions:

• Remote employment or freelancing
  • You must have a minimum three-month professional relationship with your foreign employer or foreign clients.
  • The foreign company must have at least one year of continuous activity.
  • Freelancers may work for Spanish clients, provided this represents no more than 20% of their total activity.
• Professional qualifications

  A university degree, specialised training, or relevant professional experience of at least three years.

• Economic means

  Proof of sufficient stable income to support yourself (and your family, if applicable).

• No criminal record

  A clean criminal record from the countries where you have lived in recent years.

• Health insurance

  Public health coverage through the applicable Social Security arrangements, or equivalent private health insurance with an insurer authorised to operate in Spain, depending on your circumstances.

Family members (spouse or partner and dependent children) may be included in the application.

Financial Requirements: Minimum Economic Means

The minimum income changes with Spain's Salario Minimo Interprofesional (SMI). For 2026, the monthly SMI reference is EUR 1,221. The amounts below are gross, before tax and Social Security deductions:

• Main applicant: 200% of the SMI – EUR 2,442 per month.
• First family member: an additional 75% – approximately EUR 916 per month.
• Each additional family member: an additional 25% – approximately EUR 305 per month.

Amounts are cumulative: an applicant moving with a spouse or partner needs approximately EUR 3,358 per month. Confirm the current SMI and the calculation required for your application route before filing. Evidence may include contracts, payslips, invoices and matching bank statements.

How the Application Works

Apply at a Spanish Consulate

If you apply from outside Spain, you normally apply through the Spanish Consulate responsible for your place of residence. The visa may be valid for up to one year. To continue residing in Spain beyond its validity, you must apply for the corresponding residence authorisation and continue to meet the requirements.

Apply from inside Spain

If you are legally in Spain (tourist status included), you may apply electronically through the UGE for a residence permit valid for up to three years, depending on the duration of your work activity. This route may suit clients already legally staying in Mallorca.

Our team handles the entire procedure on your behalf.

Required Documentation

Although requirements may vary depending on your profile, they typically include:

• Passport (complete copy).
• Employment contract and employer authorisation to work remotely from Spain, or service agreements with foreign clients for freelancers.
• Proof of company activity abroad (for example, a business registry certificate).
• Evidence of income.
• Criminal records certificate.
• Evidence of public health coverage or equivalent private health insurance, as applicable.
• Evidence of the applicable Social Security arrangements, such as Spanish registration or a certificate of coverage under an applicable international agreement, depending on your profile.
• Proof of payment of the applicable residence or consular visa fee.
• For residence applications from Spain: MI-T for the main applicant and MI-F for family members. Consular applications require the national visa form and the documents specified by the relevant consulate.

Some documents may need translation or apostille/legalisation.

For a more detailed checklist and explanation of both routes, read our Digital Nomad Visa application guide.

Processing Time

Residence authorisation applications filed electronically with the UGE have a legal decision period of 20 working days, with positive administrative silence under the applicable rules. Consular visa applications have a separate legal decision period of 10 working days, subject to statutory exceptions. Document preparation, appointment availability and requests for additional documents can affect the total time.

Tax Advantages (Beckham Law)

Digital Nomad Visa holders may qualify for Spain’s special tax regime for inbound workers, commonly known as the Beckham Regime. This regime offers significant tax advantages, including a flat tax rate on Spanish-sourced income.

Eligibility is not automatic. Our tax team can assess your position and handle the entire process.

Why Choose NomadTaxSpain?

Relocation to Spain involves both immigration and tax planning, and our integrated approach ensures your move is compliant, efficient and stress-free.

We provide:

• Step-by-step guidance from start to finish.
• Preparation and submission of the full application.
• Handling of communications with the immigration authorities.
• Assistance with post-approval procedures (NIE, Social Security registration, padrón registration, etc.).
• Tax residency analysis and optimisation.
• Support for both individual applicants and families.

We work every day with clients relocating to Mallorca from the UK, US, Canada, Australia and beyond.

Start Your Digital Nomad Visa Process

If you’re planning to move to Spain while maintaining your international work activity, we can help you confirm eligibility and prepare a personalised roadmap.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official sources

Official references consulted for this page on 14 October 2026.

• Ministry of Inclusion: international teleworkers, documents and FAQs.
• Law 14/2013: international telework visas and residence authorisations.
• Royal Decree 126/2026: Spain's minimum wage for 2026.

Learn about NomadTaxSpain's approach and how professional services are arranged.