Last updated 6 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Residence and employment visa (less than 180 days) D, TET Spain
Residence and employment visa (less than 180 days) — what you need to know
Enables applicants over 16 years old to obtain a temporary residence visa in Spain for a period of more than 90 days but less than 180 days, and allows them to engage in gainful or professional activities for the benefit of others.
Family reunification is not provided
Time spent under this visa does not count towards permanent residence
The process is initiated by the employer (authorization application submitted to the Delegación/Subdelegación del Gobierno)
Process: employer submits the authorization application → approval → applicant applies for a D visa at the consulate → entry → registration with Seguridad Social within 3 months → work
The minimum full-time salary in 2026 is €1,221 gross per month in 14 payments, or €17,094 gross per year
The authorization takes effect after the employee registers with the social security system
No TIE card is required
The authorization obtained simultaneously grants the right to reside and to work
The authorization can be renewed or replaced within Spain, provided there is a new legal basis
Eligible individuals:
- Professional worker for the others benefit
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 1 month to 2 months. 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 the country.
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
Type of visa
National visa
Category
Work visas