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spanish non-lucrative visa
Retire or simply live in Spain for a year or more without working. We assist with initial applications and renewing your Non-Lucrative Visa.
What is the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa
The Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa (also known as the Non-Working Residence Visa) is for those who can financially support themselves in Spain without engaging in any form of employment. It enables you to live in Spain for one year or more while enjoying its lifestyle, retiring abroad, or exploring future opportunities. The visa is renewable and offers a pathway to long-term residency and Spanish citizenship. After the first year, you may also switch to a different visa if your circumstances change.
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Who can apply for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa?
Retired persons with pension funds or savings
Individuals with passive income or savings
Family members can be included in your visa
What are the requirements for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa?
To successfully apply for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa, you must meet several requirements. These ensure you can legally reside in Spain without working.
Financial requirement for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa
You must have sufficient savings or passive income (e.g., rental income, investments, or pensions) to support yourself and your family in Spain.
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Main applicant: €28,800 per year (or €2,400/month)
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Each family member: €7,200 per year (or €600/month)
Proof is usually provided through a certified bank letter or official bank statements.
Health Insurance valid in Spain
You must contract private health insurance in Spain equivalent to the Spanish National Healthcare System, covering all family members included in your application. If you receive a public pension in your home country, you and your family members may qualify for Spain’s public system instead.
Medical Letter
You must provide a medical letter from a licensed doctor confirming that you (and your family members included in your application) are free from some contagious diseases and fit to reside in Spain.
Criminal Background Check
A police clearance certificate from your country of residence (and any country lived in during the past 5 years) is required, for yourself and every family member above 18 included in your application.
Family Documents
If applying with family, you must provide marriage certificates, birth certificates, or legal documents proving your relationship.
How to apply for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa
Applying for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa begins at the Spanish Consulate closest to you in your country of residence. You must attend an in-person appointment and submit your application and all required supporting documents. While exact requirements may vary between Consulates, the overall application process follows a clear step-by-step path.
Gather all documents
Book Consulate Appointment
Submit Application in person
Wait for a Decision
Apply for TIE once in Spain
Although the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa application process is straightforward, timing is crucial. Most supporting documents must be issued, legalized, and officially translated within 3 months of your appointment date. As it can also take up to 3 months for a decision once you submit your application, it is vital to prepare a complete and accurate one to avoid delays. Careful planning and early preparation are the key to a successful visa approval.
Why apply for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa?
The Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa is a popular choice for those who want to enjoy life in Spain without having to work. We’ve outlined the key benefits, as well as important considerations to keep in mind before applying.
Clear Requirements
If documents are in order, approval is straightforward.
Family Inclusion
Family members can be included in your application.
Travel Freedom
Easier travel across the Schengen area.
Flexibility
You may to switch to another visa in Spain after one year if your circumstances change.
Healthcare Access
Access Spain’s National Healthcare System after one year (if eligible or paying into it).
Renewals
You can renew your visa from Spain.
Pathway to Long-Term Residency
This visa can lead to long-term residency in Spain after 5 years and eventually Spanish citizenship.
Application Fee
You have to pay a consulate application fee (amount varies by region).
Different Consulate Rules
Specific requirements may differ slightly by consulate location.
Document Costs
Several documents require legalization and official translation which can be costly.
Timing & Processing
Applications can take up to 3 months. Watertight documents are essential to avoid delays.
Renewals
The visa must be renewed twice after the first 1 year (with double the financial requirements for 2-year renewals). After 5 years, you may apply for long-term residency.
Tax Residency
Renewal also requires becoming tax resident in Spain.
Get assistance for your Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa
Applying for the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, the process can be easier. At TIE-SPAIN, we guide you step-by-step, ensuring your application is accurate, complete, and aligned with Consulate requirements where you live. By taking your particular circumstances into account, we help you present the strongest possible application, giving you the best chance of approval.
Application & Documents
We instruct and guide you through your entire application and ensure that documents are legalized and officially translated according to your Consulate’s requirements.
Health Insurance
We can set you up with Health Insurance valid in Spain prior to your Consulate appointment.
Registration in Spain
We assist with applying for your TIE (biometric residence permit) once you are in Spain.
Renewals & Modification
We renew your Non-Lucrative Visa or help you switch to another visa type if your circumstances change.
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Get in touch for support with your Spanish Residency journey. Whether you’re exploring visa options, planning your move, or preparing your Non-Lucrative Visa application, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
natasha@tie-spain.com
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+34 711 01 7412
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Passatge de Vilaret 12, Barcelona 08013
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