Spain Digital Nomad Visa
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) lets remote workers live and work in the EU with favorable tax treatment under the Beckham Law regime.
Overview
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) was launched in 2023, allowing non-EU remote workers and freelancers to live and work in Spain for up to one year, renewable for up to five years total. Under the Beckham Law regime, you may pay a flat 24% tax on income up to €600,000. The visa grants Schengen access and is ideal for remote workers, digital entrepreneurs, and freelancers serving clients outside Spain.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Proof of remote work
- ~€2,160/month minimum income
- Valid passport (1 year+)
- Clean criminal record
- Private health insurance
- Proof of accommodation
Financial Requirements
Verified against official embassy sources. Amounts are indicative; confirm with the embassy.
Document Checklist
Valid passport (min. 1 year)
Usually valid at least 12 months from entry; some countries require 2 blank pages.
Employment / freelance contract
Remote work contract or client letters proving ongoing work from abroad.
Criminal record certificate
Must be issued within the last 90 days and Apostilled (or legalized).
Health insurance (local coverage)
Must have zero co-payment and €30k+ coverage (or local equivalent) for the stay.
Degree or professional proof (if required)
Required only when the visa explicitly asks for qualifications; often not needed.
Application Toolkit
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Taxation & Social Security
Spain’s Beckham Law (Ley Beckham) allows eligible individuals, including DNV holders, to be taxed as non-residents on employment and self-employment income: a flat 24% on income up to €600,000 and 47% above that. This applies to foreign-sourced income; you must not have been tax resident in Spain in the previous 10 years. Social security may still apply depending on your situation; confirm with a local advisor.
| Standard tax rate | Digital nomad special rate |
|---|---|
| 24%–47% progressive | 24% flat (Beckham Law) |
Family & Dependents
Many digital nomad visas allow dependents (spouse, children). Income thresholds often increase with each dependent; see the Financial Requirements table above. Requirements for dependents (passport, insurance, relationship proof) usually mirror the main applicant.
Frequently asked questions
Spain's visa allows 1 year, renewable up to 5 years. Extension and renewal rules depend on the specific visa type; check with the immigration authority or your consulate for current renewal procedures.
The Spain digital nomad visa typically requires proof of income meeting the stated threshold (~€2,160/month). Requirements are set by official policy and may be updated; always confirm with the relevant embassy or immigration authority for the latest figures.
Processing time for the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) is generally 15–45 days. Actual timelines can vary based on application volume and consulate. We recommend applying well before your intended travel date.
If Spain is in the Schengen zone, your national visa or residence permit typically allows short stays in other Schengen countries (usually up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the whole zone). Always confirm with the embassy for your specific visa type.
It depends on the country. Some digital nomad visas come with special tax regimes (e.g. flat rate or exemption for foreign-sourced income). Check the Taxation section above and the official tax authority for Spain.