Digital Nomad Visa Spain 2025: My Proven Step-by-Step Guide to Nail It

Dreaming of working from Spain as a digital nomad? The Digital Nomad Visa Spain 2025 lets you live and work remotely in the country legally.

In this simple guide, I’ve collected all the requirements, step-by-step process, and key tips based on your nationality so your move to Mallorca is as smooth as possible. If you’re planning to apply, this guide will make getting your digital nomad visa Spain much easier.

What is the Digital Nomad Visa in Spain?

The Digital Nomad Visa is a special permit for people outside the European Union. It allows you to live in Spain while working remotely for companies abroad.

It is regulated by Law 14/2013 and is perfect for freelancers, consultants, or remote employees who want to enjoy the Spanish lifestyle.

✅ Main Benefits of the Digital Nomad Visa Spain

• Live legally in Spain for up to 1 year (renewable).
• Continue working for your foreign company without legal issues.
• Access the Spanish healthcare system.
• Bring your family with you.
• Travel freely across the Schengen Area (over 25 European countries).

✨ My Quick Cheat Sheet: Digital Nomad Visa Spain 2025 (Express Guide for Mallorca Digital Nomads)

Nationality	Need Visa?	Main Steps & Approx. Costs	Can a local gestor help?
EU Citizens	❌ No	Register at town hall (free), request NIE (free), optional TIE. Minimal fees.	✅ Yes, gestor can handle registration, NIE, TIE.
United Kingdom (UK)	✅ Yes	– Consular fee: €60 – TIE: €73.26 – Apostilles: €50–200 – Official translations: €100–300 – Health insurance: €50–150/month – Steps: Criminal Record Check, official translations, consulate appointment, TIE upon arrival	✅ Gestor can help with NIE, registration, TIE. Cannot schedule UK consulate appointment but can handle Spanish paperwork.
Latin America	✅ Yes	– Consular fee: €60 – TIE: €73.26 – Apostilles: €50–200 – Official translations: €100–300 – Health insurance: €50–150/month – Steps: Apostille documents, consulate appointment, interview, travel to Spain, TIE & registration	✅ Gestor can help from arrival in Spain (NIE, TIE, registration).
United States	✅ Yes	– Consular fee: €60 – TIE: €73.26 – Apostilles: €50–200 – Official translations: €100–300 – Health insurance: €50–150/month – Steps: FBI Background Check, apostille, translation, consulate appointment, TIE upon arrival	✅ Gestor can help from arrival in Spain (NIE, TIE, registration).

📋 General Requirements (2025)

1. Financial Requirements

• Minimum income: €2,763/month (200% of Spanish minimum wage).
• Proof: bank statements from the last 3 months.
• Employment contract or proof of freelance activity.

2. Professional Requirements

• University degree or at least 3 years of work experience.
• Remote work for company(ies) outside Spain.
• Only 20% of work can be for Spanish clients.

3. Basic Documentation

• Valid passport (at least 4 months remaining).
• Health insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000.
• Apostilled criminal record certificate.
• Medical certificate.

🌍 Visa Requirements by Nationality

I’ve reviewed all legislation and gathered all the info. Here’s the step-by-step guide for getting your Digital Nomad Visa Spain 2025 depending on your nationality.

EU Citizens

Europeans do not need a visa to work remotely in Spain. Pack your suitcase and come to Mallorca! But there are a few steps everyone should follow:

Important Steps:

1. Arrival registration: Bring your passport or European ID.
2. Town hall registration (empadronamiento): Must be done within 30 days to access public services.
3. NIE (Foreigner Identification Number): Needed for taxes and opening a bank account. Request at the police station or get help from a gestor.
4. Social Security: Optional if working for a foreign company, but recommended for public healthcare access.
5. Taxes: If you stay more than 183 days, you become a tax resident and must declare your income.

💡 Tip: Spanish bureaucracy can be tricky. I always recommend hiring a local gestor. For a small fee, they save you hours of paperwork and headaches.

United Kingdom Citizens (Post-Brexit)

After Brexit, UK citizens do need a visa. Here’s a quick summary for the Digital Nomad Visa Spain:

Key Documents & Costs:

• Consular fee: €60
• TIE: €73.26
• Apostilles: €50–200
• Official translations: €100–300
• Health insurance: €50–150/month

Main Steps:

1. Get a Criminal Record Check from gov.uk and apostille it.
2. Translate all documents into Spanish with an official certified translator.
3. Prepare proof of income and remote contract.
4. Book an appointment at the Spanish consulate in the UK (London, Edinburgh, or Manchester).
5. Submit all documents and pay the fee.
6. Once approved, travel to Spain within 90 days, request your TIE in 30 days, and register at the town hall.

💡 Important: All documents must be translated into Spanish. You cannot use Google Translate, ChatGPT, or a friend—even if they are trained in translation. Only official certified translators can do this. They put their name, surname, and official seal on the document, and the consulate verifies that the translator is accredited. If you don’t know whom to use, ask the Spanish consulate; they will give you contacts for approved translators.

United States Citizens

American citizens do need a visa. The process is similar to other non-EU countries, with a few extra steps. To get your Digital Nomad Visa Spain:

Key Documents & Costs:

• Consular fee: €60
• TIE: €73.26
• Apostilles: €50–200
• Official translations: €100–300
• Health insurance: €50–150/month

Main Steps:

1. Get your FBI Background Check and apostille it at the Department of State.
2. Request IRS income certification and translate it officially into Spanish.
3. Buy an international health insurance valid in Spain with minimum coverage €30,000.
4. Schedule your Spanish consulate appointment in your state and pay the fee.
5. Bring original documents to the interview and show financial solvency.
6. Once approved, travel to Spain within 3 months, request your TIE in 30 days, and register at the town hall.

💡 Important: All documents must be translated into Spanish. You cannot use Google Translate, ChatGPT, or a friend—even if they are trained in translation. Only official certified translators can do this. They put their name, surname, and official seal on the document, and the consulate verifies that the translator is accredited. If you don’t know whom to use, ask the Spanish consulate; they will give you contacts for approved translators.

Latin American Citizens (Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Peru, etc.)

You do need a Digital Nomad Visa and some extra documents.

Key Documents & Costs:

• Consular fee: €60
• TIE: €73.26
• Apostilles: €50–200
• Official translations: €100–300
• Health insurance: €50–150/month

Main Steps:

1. Gather and apostille your documents (birth certificate, single status certificate if needed, proof of address).
2. Make sure all documents are in Spanish or officially translated.
3. Book an appointment at your local Spanish consulate at least 1 month in advance.
4. Submit your application and attend the interview if required.
5. Once approved, travel to Spain within 3 months, request your TIE in 30 days, and register at the town hall.

💡Tip: In Mallorca, a Spanish gestor can help with your empadronamiento, NIE, TIE, and Social Security.

🔄 Renewing Your Digital Nomad Visa in Spain

Enjoyed your first year in Mallorca? You can renew your Digital Nomad Visa Spain if you meet these conditions:

Requirements to Renew Your Digital Nomad Visa:

• Maintain minimum income of €2,763/month.
• Keep valid health insurance.
• Not be away from Spain for more than 6 months.
• Continue working remotely for a foreign company.

Step-by-Step Renewal Process:

• Apply 60 days before your visa expires.
• Submit updated documents (bank statements, insurance, contract).
• Pay the renewal fee.
• Wait for the decision (around 20 working days).

💡 My experience: Don’t leave it to the last minute. Spanish bureaucracy can be slow. A gestor can save you a lot of stress.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I work for Spanish companies?
Yes, but only up to 20% of your total work.

Can my family come with me?
Yes, they can apply for a family reunification visa with similar requirements.

How long can I be outside Spain?
Maximum 6 months per year to keep your residency.

Can I apply for permanent residence later?
Yes, after 5 years of continuous legal residence.

Is the process different if I live in Mallorca?
No. Mallorca follows the same laws as the rest of Spain. Local gestors just know the process well for digital nomads.