Question 1

Is a digital nomad visa and residence permit the same thing?

Accepted Answer

No.The Digital Nomad Type D visa is primarily an entry document. It is processed at the Spanish consulate in your country or current residence and is issued for a period of 1 year.The Digital Nomad residence permit is one of the types of residency in Spain that can be obtained while already in the country with legal status. The residence permit application is submitted online through the UGE portal (Unidad de Grandes Empresas). Validity period is 3 years (or for the duration of your employment contract if it is less than 3 years) with the possibility of extension for another 2 years.

Question 2

When can you apply for permanent residence?

Accepted Answer

Primary residence is typically issued for a period of 3 years with the possibility of extension for another 2 years. After 5 years of living in Spain, you can apply for long-term residence (permanent residency), and after 10 years — for citizenship.

Question 3

Can you work offline in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Only those professionals whose work is carried out remotely can claim digital nomad status. Offline work on the territory of Spain is not permitted.

Question 4

Are there any requirements regarding client geography?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For freelancers and independent professionals, at least 80% of clients must be located outside Spain. Employees must be employed by a foreign company.

Question 5

What income is required for family reunification?

Accepted Answer

Income requirements are calculated based on the SMI (minimum wage in Spain). For 2026, the income figures are:€2,849 — for one main applicant€3,917 — for a family of two€4,274 — for a family of three+€356 for each additional family member

Question 6

Where to submit documents?

Accepted Answer

If you are already in Spain with legal residence status, you can submit your documents online through the official UGE portal (Unidad de Grandes Empresas). At the time of application, the applicant and their family members must be legally present in Spain. After submission, you can leave and wait for the decision in any other country.

Question 7

Can you apply for this residence permit from another country?

Accepted Answer

If you don't have the opportunity to enter Spain on legal grounds (for example, with a tourist Schengen visa, national visa, or residence permit from another EU country), you can submit documents for a one-year digital nomad visa at the Spanish consulate in your country of citizenship or current residence.

Question 8

What is NIE and what is it for?

Accepted Answer

NIE is a tax identification number for foreignersWhat a foreigner needs NIE for in Spain:for tax identificationopening a bank accountsigning contractsregistration at place of residenceobtaining a digital signature (certificado digital), which is needed for further online document submission, including applying for and renewing digital nomad residence permit.

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