Digital Nomad Visa Spain
Live and work remotely from Valencia. Under the "Startup Law," non-EU citizens can enjoy legal residency and a 24% flat tax rate while building their global careers from the Mediterranean coast.
What is the "Startup Law"?
Passed in late 2022, Ley 28/2022 changed the landscape for remote workers. Unlike the NLV (Non-Lucrative Visa), the Digital Nomad Visa explicitly authorizes you to work. It bridges the gap between being a tourist and a traditional local employee.
check_circleEligibility Requirements 2026
Remote Employment
You must work for a company (or clients) located outside of Spain for at least 3 months prior to applying.
Financial Stability
Proof of income totaling 200% of the Spanish Minimum Interprofessional Wage (SMI). Approx €34,188/year (2026 SMI).
Education/Experience
Must have a University degree/Professional certificate OR 3 years of experience in your field.
Clean Record
National background check from any country where you lived in the last 5 years with Apostille.
The Application Roadmap
Documentation Phase
Assemble contracts, apostilles, and translation. Pro tip: Foreign documents must be translated by a sworn Spanish translator.
In-Country Submission
If you apply from inside Spain on a tourist visa, you receive a 3-year residency permit immediately upon approval.
The TIE Card
Once approved, you attend a biometrics appointment at the police station to get your physical residency card (TIE).
paymentsThe Beckham Law Benefit
DNV holders move to Valencia and opt into a special tax regime. Instead of paying the standard progressive income tax (up to 47%), you pay a flat 24% on income earned up to €600,000 for six years. This is arguably the strongest financial incentive in Europe for high-earning remote workers.
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