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DIGITAL NOMAD - List of Requirements

- Apostille stamps are issued only by the country of origin goes on the back of official documents to be accepted in another country. 

- Official Translations must be done by a translator registered with the Spanish government.

- Business owners/shareholders: Can apply with a contract with your own company or with a 3rd party company.

                                                      With your own company it is easier but requires certain additional steps and documents.

1) Passport 

1.1) Passport entry stamp or Declaration of Entry into Spain.

2) Application Form: MI_T 

3) Tasa (immigration fee form) & Receipt of payment for 73.26€

4) Contract: Accreditation of labour/professional relationship of at least three months prior to the date of application with the non-        Spanish company with which you maintain a relationship. 

  There are 4 options for this due to the Social Security obligations:

   - EMPLOYEE contract from a country that has a Bilateral Social Security agreement with Spain that covers remote work.

   - EMPLOYEE contract whose company registers with Spanish Social Security.

   - SELF-EMPLOYED/CONTRACTOR contract from any country & will register as 'autonomo' with Spanish Social Security when approved.
   - BUSINESS OWNER contract with a 3rd party business, after approval you must register as Business owner with Social Security & Tax.

   As EMPLOYEE (2 options):

     4.1) Work contract 

            > Officially translated.

     4.2) Payslips for last 3 months.  

     4.3) Bank statement for last 3 months.     

     4.4.1) Social Security: Certificate of Coverage(CoC) (see point 9 below)
               NOTE: UK the A1, USA CoC requires a letter from the business indicated your displacement to Spain.

                        Canada, Colombia & Russia requires a letter of displcaement + document to confirm CoC covers remote work.

              or

     4.4.2) Social Security: The Employer registers company with Spanish Social Security. 

   As SELF-EMPLOYED / CONTRACTOR

      4.1) Service Contract 

             > Officially translated. 

      4.2) Invoices for last 3 months.

      4.3) Bank statement for last 3 months.

      4.4) Registration as Self-employed in your home country for at least 3.

INCOME REQUIRED: Average per month before tax/gross.

• Digital  Nomad        2,849€ (34,188€ year)
• +Partner +1068€ = 3,917€ (47,009€ year) family of two
• +Child     + 356€ = 4,274€ (51,282€ year) family of three
• +Partner +2  or   = 4,630€ (59,829€ year) family of four

   NOTE: A family applying together may show income of 43000€ or more for the full family.

5) Accreditation of real and continuous activity for at least one year of the foreign company with which the applicant has a contract.

    5.1) Deed of Good Standing or Company Registration Document that shows the company is more than one year old.

           > Apostille stamped

           > Officially translated

    SELF OWNED COMPANIES

    Check with us to see your options to minimize paperwork & maximize tax options.

    Overall there are 2 options:

    5.3) Contract with your own company

            or

    5.3) IF small or self owned company with 3rd party clients. All of the below:

    5.3.1) Proof of ownership or effective control of the company.

    5.3.2) Tax Returns. The company's most recent corporate tax return.

    5.3.3) Proof of investments in productive assets.

    5.3.4) Report from social security body. 

6) Letter from the foreign company/business client on headed paper, expressly authorizing you to work remotely from Spain.

       > Officially translated. 

7) University Studies or 3 years documented experience related to current job.

    There are two options.

     7.1) Degree/Masters/PhD Certificate related to the current job. Transcripts are not typical in Spain and not recommended.

       > Apostille stamped

       > Officially translated

       NOTE: Register Professionals such as Doctors, Lawyers, Engineers, Medical Professionals, etc.

                   > Homologation of Professional Studies in Spain. This can take years and is NOT recommended.

                     To side step this, use job titles such as Legal/Medical Consultant, Operations Manager, Advisor. etc

     or

     7.2) Document(s) showing 3 years experience in similar position and functions you will perform.

                Employment record or equivalent issued by an official authority.

                or

                Professional certificate issued by the official authority of the country of origin.

                or

                Detailed company work history report. Only used if the above is not possible with:

                + Past contracts

                + Past tax returns showing company name

             Official documents must be:

             > Apostille stamped

             > Officially translated.      

 

8) Curriculum Vitae/resume. 

     > Normal Translation. 

9)  Social Security Registration.

      as EMPLOYEE with Bilateral Social Security Agreement with Spain:

      - Certificate of Coverage (CoC) for USA, Canada, Colombia, Russia or A1 from UK.

      as EMPLOYEE with NO Bilateral Social Security Agreement with Spain:

      - The Employer must register with the Spanish Social Security. This process is very complex and annoying but is possible.

      as SELF-EMPLOYED / CONTRACTOR

      - Signed Declaration to Register in the Spanish Social Security for self employed, RETA.

      NOTE: If you apply via the Consulate you must FIRST Register with Social Security, RETA. This is not recommended.

 10.1) Criminal Police background check, less than 6 months old from the country/countries where you resided for the past 2 years.

      > Apostille stamped.

      > Officially translated.

      NOTE: If you already have residency of 6 months longer or a TIE card in Spain you do NOT need the criminal record.

                If the current residency you are on does not allow you to work, the timing of the contract is important.

 10.2) Declaration Signed of non-existence of criminal records in the countries you have lived in for the last 5 years.

 11) Private health insurance (if you register as self-employed in Spain within 3 months of arrival insurance is not needed)

      It must have; full coverage similar to the Spanish health care system, no co-payments and no limitations or exclusions.

      11.1) Certificate of Insurance stating no co-pays and no-restrictions.

      11.2) Bank receipt of last insurance payment.

      NOTE: See price comparisons of the major Insurance Companies approved by the immigration office here.

 12) Savings to show sufficient funds to live in Spain for you and family. 

      12.1) Bank letter/statement of Current Balance, on headed paper indicating Name, Account ref, Date.

      NOTE: No translation needed for bank statements. 

 13) Other supporting documents.

       > Power of Representation: For a Lawyer to apply on your behalf there must be an express authorization signed

FAMILY MEMBERS

Each family member will have their own separate application.

They must show the documents above for 1) 1.1),  2), 3) 10.1) for adults, 11)  as well as copies of the main applicants work documents.

14) Proof of relationship

      14.1) Marriage certificate less than 6 months old.

      > Apostille stamped.

      > Officially translated. 

     14.2) Birth certificate less than 6 months old. Only needed for children. Adults do NOT need birth certs.

      > Apostille stamped.

      > Officially translated.

15.1) IF only one parent is applying for the DN 

      Notary Declaration from other parent for child to reside in Spain.

      > Apostille stamped.

      > Officially translated.

15.2) IF child is over 18 and under 26 years old.

       15.2.1) Letter/Certificate of Registration to an authorized registered school or university.

                    or

                    Documentation accrediting medical dependence.

       15.2.2) Documentation accrediting the economic dependence.

       15.2.3) Negative certificate of marriage registration or Certificate of No Impediment.

             > Apostille stamped.

             > Officially translated.

        15.2.4) Proof family is living together. 

CONSULTATION Digital Nomad

If you would like clarity on your situation before starting the Digital Nomad application, we offer a one-hour consultation at our office or via Zoom.

During the session, we review the latest updates from the Digital Nomad Office and go through the requirements in detail, explaining how they apply specifically to your work and personal circumstances. We clarify exactly which documents you need, which ones may take longer to obtain, and how to prepare them correctly. This includes guidance on apostilles and translations, as well as how employment contracts, company letters, CVs, invoices, payslips, bank statements, and Social Security documents should be structured to meet immigration requirements.

We also explain the full application process, including forms, government fees, NIE requirements, timelines, silent approval, and the steps that follow approval such as obtaining your TIE card, registering at the town hall (Padrón), and Social Security registration. If needed, we can also address general questions about taxes, renting, schools, banking, and settling into life in Spain.

The goal of the consultation is simple: you leave with clear answers, a solid understanding of the process, and a clear plan of action.

The consultation fee is €124 + 21% VAT (total €150), payable by bank transfer before the appointment.