Last updated 6 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Digital nomad visa D, TEL Spain
Residence visa for teleworking
Digital nomad visa — what you need to know
For a foreigner planning to live in Spain while working remotely outside the country. The applicant can also work as a self-employed for a Spanish company, as long as it does not exceed 20% of their income.
Primary work activity must be carried out for entities outside Spain
Income of at least €2,442 per month
A degree or 3 years of professional experience
The residence permit can be applied for from within Spain
The residence permit is issued for up to 3 years and may be renewed for 2-year periods
Family members can relocate with the main applicant
The family gets the right to work in Spain
Eligibility for long-term residence after 5 years of legal residence
Eligible individuals:
- Freelancer
- Consultant
- Independent specialist
- Remote worker
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 10 days to 1 month. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
D, TEL
Type of visa
National visa
Category
Digital nomad visa