Living and working in Spain

We provide legal advice on residence permits, immigration procedures, and citizenship processes.

General and EU Regime (Law 4/2000)

Residence and work authorizations managed through the Immigration Office under general regulations and the regime applicable to EU citizens and their family members.

REGIMEN GENERAL Y COMUNITARIO

Allows residence in Spain to pursue studies or regulated training. It may include limited work authorization.

Authorizes residence in Spain without engaging in professional activity. Requires proof of sufficient financial means and health insurance.

Residence to develop economic activity as a freelancer. Requires proof of project viability and compliance with administrative requirements.

Authorization to work in Spain under an employment contract. Requires a job offer and compliance with salary and administrative conditions.

Allows bringing direct family members to live in Spain. Requires proof of financial means and adequate housing.

Temporary authorization to seek employment after completing studies in Spain. Subject to academic requirements and legal deadlines.

Allows residence to undertake training internships in Spanish companies. Requires a valid internship agreement or contract.

A regularization path for individuals with proven stay in Spain and social ties. Includes assessment of integration and means of subsistence.

Aimed at those who held a residence authorization in the last two years that was not renewed.

Residence linked to regulated or certified vocational training. Requires a training commitment and prior stay.

Regularization through a direct link with a Spanish citizen or legal resident. Depends on the accreditation of the family relationship.

Authorization for minors born in Spain to resident parents. Requires proof of the parents’ legal status.

Residence for foreign minors with family ties in Spain. Subject to guardianship and cohabitation requirements.

Authorization for family members of European Union citizens. Processed under the EU regime.

Permit for long-stay legal residents in Spain. Allows for the consolidation of residence rights.

Authorization allowing mobility within the European Union. Requires prolonged and continuous residence in Spain.

Recognition of a domestic partnership for immigration purposes. Requires registration and documentary proof.

Change of authorization type or current residence conditions. Requires prior analysis of the file and current situation.

Residence authorization for highly qualified professionals hired by companies in Spain.
Requires proof of qualifications or equivalent experience and a salary meeting established thresholds.

Allows residence in Spain to develop an innovative business project.
Requires a viable business plan, economic impact, and project validation.

Residence for professionals working remotely for companies or clients outside of Spain. Requires proof of professional activity, minimum income, and tax compliance.

Authorization intended for researchers developing projects in Spanish institutions. Includes validation of the project and the receiving center.

Allows transfer to Spain within the same business group. Aimed at managers, specialists, or personnel in training.

Entrepreneurs and Internationalization Law 14/2013

Procedures aimed at qualified professional profiles, entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate mobility, managed before the Large Business Unit (UGE).

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Spanish Citizenship Application

Procedures for acquiring Spanish citizenship by residence, option, or other legally provided paths.

Application for citizenship after a legal period of residence in Spain.
Requires proof of integration and continuity.

Procedure applicable in specific cases set out in the Civil Code.
Depends on the legal link with Spain.

Management of appointments for fingerprinting and the issuance of residence cards.

Document proving the residence of European Union citizens in Spain.

Assignment of an identification number for foreigners who do not reside in Spain.

Specific procedures resulting from the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the EU.

Allows leaving and returning to Spain while an authorization is being processed or pending renewal.

Document issued by the Police that allows inviting a foreign person to stay at a home in Spain for a specified period.

National Police Procedures

Administrative procedures related to fingerprints, card issuance, and certifications.

TRAMITES EN LA POLICIA