Inmigration

At Asesores Internacional, we provide comprehensive and personalized legal services in the field of Immigration Law. We advise and handle procedures such as applications and renewals for residence and work permits, social, employment and family ties, family reunification, Spanish nationality acquisition, foreign students, permit modifications, and appeals against denials or expulsions. Our team supports the client at every stage of the process, ensuring a rigorous approach aligned with current regulations.

Rooting and Temporary Residence

Authorizations that allow foreign nationals to legally reside in Spain for a specific period. These authorizations are mainly aimed at people who are already in the country and can prove family, employment or exceptional ties that justify their stay. They include types such as family ties, employment ties, and self-employed or employed residence, for both residents and non-residents.

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary residence granted to foreign nationals who are in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen or a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in Schengen States.

    • Be the child of a father or mother who was originally Spanish.

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary residence for foreign nationals already in Spain who can prove employment relationships.

    Requirements:

    • Not be an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen or a family member of such.

    • Have resided continuously in Spain for at least two years.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in Schengen States.

    • Be able to prove an employment relationship lasting at least one year.

Self-Employment (Non-Residents)

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows a foreign national who is not a resident in Spain to work as a self-employed individual or engage in a professional activity.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in Spain irregularly.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Comply with legal requirements for opening and operating the proposed business.

    • Hold professional qualifications or proven experience.

    • Demonstrate that the planned investment is sufficient to generate economic resources for the applicant from the first year of activity.

Employment (Non-Residents)

  • Type of authorization:
    Authorization requested by an employer to hire a foreign worker who does not reside in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in Spain irregularly.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Possess the necessary qualifications for the job.

    • Ensure continuous activity for the worker during the validity of the authorization.

    • The employment contract must comply with current regulations and the company must be up to date with tax and Social Security obligations.

Seasonal or Campaign Employment

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows temporary residence and employment in seasonal or campaign-based activities.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in Spain irregularly.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Hold the required qualifications or training for the job.

    • Ensure continuous activity during the authorization period.

    • Provide adequate and dignified accommodation.

    • Organize travel to and from Spain, as well as daily transport between lodging and the workplace.

    • The worker must commit to returning to their country of origin once the employment relationship ends.

Long-Term Residence

Authorization that allows foreign citizens to reside and work in Spain indefinitely, in conditions equivalent to those of Spanish citizens. It is granted to those who have legally resided and continued in the country during a determined period, generally five years. In addition, it includes specific modalities such as long-term residence-CE, which allows you to move and work in other countries of the European Union under certain conditions.

EU Long-Term Residence

  • Type of authorization:
    Long-term residence that permits indefinite residence and employment in Spain under the same conditions as Spanish citizens.

    Requirements:

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence.

    • Fulfill one of the following conditions:

      • Have legally and continuously resided in Spain for five years.

      • Have resided in Spain for the two years immediately prior to the application as the holder of an EU Blue Card, with five years of residence in other EU Member States.

      • Be an EU long-term resident in another Member State and agree to renounce that status if granted in Spain.

      • Be a beneficiary of a contributory retirement pension from the Spanish Social Security system.

      • Be a beneficiary of a contributory permanent disability pension or severe disability benefit.

      • Have been born in Spain and legally and continuously resided for at least three consecutive years immediately prior to the application.

      • Have been Spanish by origin and lost Spanish nationality.

      • Have been under the guardianship of a Spanish public entity during the five years immediately prior to the application.

      • Be stateless or a recognized refugee in Spain.

      • Have significantly contributed to the economic, scientific or cultural progress of Spain, or to its international standing.

Long-Term Residence

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows indefinite residence and employment in Spain under the same conditions as Spanish citizens.

    Requirements:

    • Have legally and continuously resided in Spain for five years.

    • Be allowed to count 50% of the time spent on studies or training (if applicable).

    • Be an EU Blue Card holder with five years of residence in the EU, including two years in Spain.

    • Possess stable and sufficient financial resources for oneself and family members.

    • Have health insurance that covers medical expenses in Spain.

  • Type of Authorization:
    Renewal of the temporary residence and self-employment work authorization for foreigners who are already legally residing in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the European Union, European Economic Area, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such citizens.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in the previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Be able to prove one of the following situations:

      • Continuation of the self-employed activity that led to the original authorization, complying with tax and Social Security obligations.

      • The spouse meets the economic requirements to sponsor the worker for family reunification.

      • Be a beneficiary of protection due to cessation of activity.

Residence and Work under Exceptional Circumstances

These are authorizations granted to foreign nationals who are in Spain and, due to extraordinary situations, require protection or regularization. These circumstances may include humanitarian reasons, being victims of gender or domestic violence, situations of social ties (arraigo), or the transition from temporary residence to a work permit. These authorizations allow beneficiaries to legally reside and, in many cases, work in Spain.

Humanitarian Reasons

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary residence granted to foreign nationals in Spain who face vulnerability or risk situations.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Provide evidence of one of the following:

      • Be a victim of serious crimes against labor rights (Articles 311 to 314 of the Spanish Penal Code).

      • Be a victim of hate crimes based on discrimination (race, religion, ideology, gender, etc.).

      • Suffer from a serious illness requiring medical treatment unavailable in the country of origin.

      • Demonstrate that returning to the country of origin would endanger the applicant or their family.

Minors under Guardianship Reaching Legal Age without Residence Authorization Type of authorization:

  • Temporary residence granted to minors under the protection of child welfare services who reach adulthood without prior authorization.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Have been under the guardianship of a child protection institution.

    • Have adequately participated in training activities provided by the institution.

    • Be recommended by the institution for the granting of residence.

Residence and Work for Victims of Domestic or Gender-Based Violence Type of authorization:

  • Type of authorization:
    Residence and work granted to foreign women victims of gender-based or domestic violence who are in irregular status in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be listed as inadmissible in the Schengen area.

    • Prove victim status through one of the following:

      • Protection order issued by a judicial authority.

      • Report from the Public Prosecutor’s Office indicating evidence of gender-based violence.

      • Conviction against the aggressor.

Independent Residence for Reunited Family Members

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary independent residence for family members who were initially under a family reunification arrangement.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Hold a temporary residence permit through family reunification.

    • Have own financial means derived from employment or self-employment.

    • Have health insurance coverage, if applicable.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain.

  • Type of authorization:
    Renewal of the temporary residence and self-employment authorization for foreigners who already legally reside in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Be able to prove one of the following situations:

      • Continue the professional activity that justified the original authorization, complying with tax and Social Security obligations.

      • The spouse meets the financial conditions required to sponsor the applicant.

      • Be a beneficiary of protection due to the termination of professional activity.

Residence and Work within the Framework of Professional Activities

These are authorizations that allow foreign nationals to reside and work in Spain in the context of specific professional activities, such as research, studies, cross-border employment, or temporary assignments within transnational service provisions. These authorizations are aimed at qualified professionals, researchers, employees transferred by international companies, and other special cases that require temporary residence to carry out professional activities in Spain.

Authorization for Research and Studies

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows individuals to carry out research, unpaid training, or studies at recognized educational or scientific institutions in Spain. It also includes stay permits for the researcher’s or student’s family members.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Have sufficient economic means to cover living and return expenses, including those of accompanying family members.

    • Possess health insurance that covers accidents or illnesses during the stay.

    • Be admitted to a recognized Spanish educational or scientific institution for studies or research.

    • If the student is a minor and unaccompanied, provide a parental authorization for their stay in Spain.

Work Authorization for Cross-Border Workers (Employed by Others)

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows foreign nationals who reside in a neighboring country and cross the border daily to work in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in an irregular situation in Spanish territory.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Reside in a bordering province or area near Spain.

    • Possess the required qualification for the job.

    • The national employment situation must allow for the hiring.

    • The contract must guarantee continued activity for the duration of the authorization.

    • The employing company must be registered with Social Security and up to date on tax obligations.

Temporary Residence and Employment within the Framework of Transnational Service Provisions

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows the temporary assignment to Spain of a foreign worker employed by a company based in a non-EU/EEA country, in order to carry out specific services.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • aBe a legal resident in the country where the sending company is established.

    • Have worked at least one year for the company sending the worker.

    • The company must guarantee that the working conditions comply with Spanish Law 45/1999.

    • The worker must have been employed by the company for at least nine months.

    Types of assignments:

    • Temporary provision of services to another company in Spain.

    • Assignment to workplaces in Spain belonging to the same company or corporate group.

    • Posting of highly qualified professionals to supervise projects or services executed abroad.

    Exclusions:

    • Assignments for training purposes, except in cases involving companies within the same group.

    • Seafarers working on merchant ships.

Temporary Residence and Employment for Specific Projects or Services (Employed by Others)

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows temporary residence and employment for specific activities such as the assembly of industrial installations, infrastructure projects, or equipment maintenance.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in an irregular situation in Spanish territory.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Hold a recognized qualification or professional accreditation.

    • The national employment situation must allow for the hiring.

    • The contract must guarantee ongoing activity for the entire duration of the authorization.

    • Have adequate housing arranged by the company.

    • The company must guarantee the worker’s return to their country of origin.

Residence and Employment for Victims of Domestic or Gender-Based Violence (Independent Residence from the Sponsored Spouse)

  • Grants residence and work permits to foreign women who are victims of gender-based or domestic violence, currently residing in Spain under family reunification.

    Requirements:

    • Be residing in Spain under family reunification status.

    • Provide proof of being a victim of gender-based violence through one of the following:

      • Judicial protection order.

      • Report from the Public Prosecutor’s Office indicating signs of gender-based violence.

      • Conviction of the sponsoring spouse.

    Benefits:

    • Obtaining an independent residence from the abuser.

    • Work authorization, either as an employee or self-employed.

Family Reunification

Family reunification is an authorization that allows foreign residents in Spain to bring their family members to live together in the country. It is intended for those who already hold a residence permit and wish to reunite with their spouse, partner, minor children, or dependent ascendants. This authorization ensures family unity and grants temporary residence rights to the reunited relatives.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows temporary residence for the family members of foreign nationals who are already legally residing in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • The sponsor (applicant) must have renewed their initial residence permit.

    • To reunite ascendants, the sponsor must hold a long-term residence permit.

    Eligible family members:

    • Spouse or partner with a relationship comparable to marriage.

    • Children under 18 or with disabilities, including adopted children, who are economically dependent on the sponsor.

    • Children of the spouse or partner, under 18 or with disabilities, who are under the custody of the sponsor.

    • Ascendants in the first degree (parents) of the sponsor or their spouse, if the sponsor has long-term residence and can prove economic dependency.

    Conditions:

    • Prove sufficient financial means to support the family member.

    • Have adequate housing for the family.

    • The family member to be reunited must not have a criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence.

    • Must not be listed as inadmissible in the Schengen Area.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows family members who were initially reunited under family reunification to obtain independent residence from the sponsor.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Hold a temporary residence permit obtained through family reunification.

    • Prove own financial means derived from employment (either employed or self-employed).

    • Have health insurance coverage, if applicable.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain.

    Grounds for obtaining independent residence:

    • Completion of the minimum period of residence with the sponsor.

    • Situations of gender-based or family violence.

    • Death of the sponsor.

    • Dissolution of the marital relationship through divorce or legal separation.

  • Type of authorization:
    Grants residence and work permits to foreign women who are victims of gender-based violence, currently residing in Spain under family reunification.

    Requirements:

    • Be in Spain under a family reunification residence status.

    • Prove being a victim of gender-based violence through one of the following:

      • Judicial protection order.

      • Report from the Public Prosecutor’s Office indicating evidence of violence.

      • Conviction against the sponsoring spouse.

    Benefits:

    • Obtain an independent residence permit separate from the abuser.

    • Authorization to work either as an employee or self-employed.

Special Authorizations and Exceptions

Special Authorizations and Exceptions are permits that allow foreign nationals to work and reside in Spain without needing a conventional work authorization. These are intended for specific cases in which, due to the nature of the activity or the applicant’s situation, a standard work permit is deemed unnecessary. They include academic, scientific, artistic, religious activities, or those linked to international agreements.

  • Type of authorization:
    Recognition of exemption from work authorization in specific cases of gainful, professional, or employment-related activities.

    Exempted activities and required documentation:

    • Technicians and scientists invited by the State or public institutions:
      For foreign nationals with specialized knowledge collaborating on technical, scientific, or public interest programs.
      Proof: Invitation or contract issued by the relevant public administration.

    • Professors, researchers, and scientists invited by universities:
      For foreign teaching staff invited by Spanish universities.
      Proof: Invitation or contract from the university.

    • Executives, professors, or researchers from recognized foreign educational or cultural institutions:
      Includes personnel from prestigious foreign institutions officially recognized in Spain.
      Proof: Documentation validating the degree in the country of origin and a work contract.

    • Civil or military officials of foreign administrations:
      For activities under cooperation agreements with the Spanish Administration.
      Proof: Certificate issued by the competent foreign administration.

    • Foreign media correspondents:
      Aimed at journalists carrying out informative activities in Spain.
      Proof: Certificate from the Ministry of the Presidency in Spain.

    • Artists performing specific shows:
      Applies to performances not exceeding five consecutive days or twenty days within a six-month period.
      Proof: ID and work contract for the artistic activity.

    • Religious ministers and clergy:
      For religious ministers and members of the clergy from churches officially recognized in Spain.
      Proof: Certificate from the Ministry of Justice confirming the recognition of the religious entity.

    • Members of international trade unions or business organizations:
      Only when their activity is limited to representation or administrative duties.
      Proof: Certification from the relevant union or business organization.

    • Minors under the guardianship of protection entities:
      For activities proposed by the entity that support social integration.
      Proof: Documentation confirming guardianship and the proposed activity.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows the extension of time in Spain for foreign nationals who entered the country for purposes other than work or residence.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be listed as inadmissible in the Schengen Area.

    • Provide sufficient financial means to support oneself during the extended stay.

    • Justify the reasons for the requested extension (e.g., medical, family, educational, etc.).

    Specific cases:

    • Students with a short-term visa who need more time to complete their studies.

    • Family members requiring an extension for personal or medical reasons.

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Other Authorizations and Documentation

Other Authorizations and Documentation include administrative procedures that allow foreign nationals to manage specific legal or personal situations in Spain, such as marriage recognition, obtaining student cards, or academic degree validation. These authorizations are not directly related to employment or long-term residence but are essential for integration and legal compliance in the country.

  • Type of procedure:
    Process for the recognition and legalization of marriage between a Spanish citizen or legal resident in Spain and a foreign national.

    Requirements:

    • Marriage application at the Civil Registry.

    Required documentation:

    • DNI or NIE of both spouses.

    • Literal birth certificate.

    • Certificate of residence registration for both.

    • Passport of the foreign national.

    • Certificate of singleness or divorce, as applicable.

    • Proof that there is no legal impediment to the marriage (certificate of marital capacity).

    Procedure:

    • Submit the application to the corresponding Civil Registry.

    • Personal interview to verify the authenticity of the relationship.

    • Decision and authorization of the marriage.

    Considerations:

    • If the marriage is performed abroad, it must be registered at the Consular Civil Registry or the Central Civil Registry in Spain to be legally valid.

  • Type of authorization:
    A document that allows foreign nationals to study in Spain, generally linked to the duration of the academic program.

    Requirements:

    • Be admitted to an authorized educational institution in Spain.

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence.

    • Have sufficient financial means to cover living and study expenses.

    • Hold medical insurance that covers risks in Spain.

    Required documentation:

    • Valid passport.

    • Certificate of admission from the educational institution.

    • Health insurance policy.

    • Proof of financial resources.

    • Criminal record certificate.

    Procedure:

    • Submit the application at the Foreigners Office or Police Station.

    • Pay the administrative fees.

    • Provide complete documentation.

    • Await resolution and issuance of the student card.

    Validity and renewal:

    • The card is usually valid for the same duration as the authorized studies and may be renewed if the academic program continues.

  • Type of procedure:
    Official recognition in Spain of academic degrees obtained abroad, granting them the same validity as equivalent Spanish qualifications.

    Requirements:

    • Hold an academic degree issued by a foreign institution.

    • The degree must be properly legalized or apostilled in the country of origin.

    • The degree must be translated into Spanish if it is in another language.

    Required documentation:

    • Application form for homologation.

    • Certified copy of the foreign degree.

    • Academic transcript showing completed subjects and grades.

    • Proof of payment of the administrative fee.

    • Copy of DNI, NIE, or passport.

    Procedure:

    • Submit the application to the Ministry of Education or the Government Subdelegation.

    • Review of the file and possible request for additional documentation.

    • Resolution of homologation or equivalence of the degree.

    Timelines:

    • The resolution time may vary depending on the type of studies and country of origin.

    Considerations:

    • If the degree is not fully equivalent, additional courses or specific exams may be required.

Authorizations that allow foreign nationals to legally reside in Spain for a specific period. These authorizations are mainly aimed at people who are already in the country and can prove family, employment or exceptional ties that justify their stay. They include types such as family ties, employment ties, and self-employed or employed residence, for both residents and non-residents.

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary residence granted to foreign nationals who are in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen or a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in Schengen States.

    • Be the child of a father or mother who was originally Spanish.

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary residence for foreign nationals already in Spain who can prove employment relationships.

    Requirements:

    • Not be an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen or a family member of such.

    • Have resided continuously in Spain for at least two years.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in Schengen States.

    • Be able to prove an employment relationship lasting at least one year.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows a foreign national who is not a resident in Spain to work as a self-employed individual or engage in a professional activity.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in Spain irregularly.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Comply with legal requirements for opening and operating the proposed business.

    • Hold professional qualifications or proven experience.

    • Demonstrate that the planned investment is sufficient to generate economic resources for the applicant from the first year of activity.

  • Type of authorization:
    Authorization requested by an employer to hire a foreign worker who does not reside in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in Spain irregularly.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Possess the necessary qualifications for the job.

    • Ensure continuous activity for the worker during the validity of the authorization.

    • The employment contract must comply with current regulations and the company must be up to date with tax and Social Security obligations.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows temporary residence and employment in seasonal or campaign-based activities.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in Spain irregularly.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Hold the required qualifications or training for the job.

    • Ensure continuous activity during the authorization period.

    • Provide adequate and dignified accommodation.

    • Organize travel to and from Spain, as well as daily transport between lodging and the workplace.

    • The worker must commit to returning to their country of origin once the employment relationship ends.

Authorization that allows foreign citizens to reside and work in Spain indefinitely, in conditions equivalent to those of Spanish citizens. It is granted to those who have legally resided and continued in the country during a determined period, generally five years. In addition, it includes specific modalities such as long-term residence-CE, which allows you to move and work in other countries of the European Union under certain conditions.

  • Type of authorization:
    Long-term residence that permits indefinite residence and employment in Spain under the same conditions as Spanish citizens.

    Requirements:

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence.

    • Fulfill one of the following conditions:

      • Have legally and continuously resided in Spain for five years.

      • Have resided in Spain for the two years immediately prior to the application as the holder of an EU Blue Card, with five years of residence in other EU Member States.

      • Be an EU long-term resident in another Member State and agree to renounce that status if granted in Spain.

      • Be a beneficiary of a contributory retirement pension from the Spanish Social Security system.

      • Be a beneficiary of a contributory permanent disability pension or severe disability benefit.

      • Have been born in Spain and legally and continuously resided for at least three consecutive years immediately prior to the application.

      • Have been Spanish by origin and lost Spanish nationality.

      • Have been under the guardianship of a Spanish public entity during the five years immediately prior to the application.

      • Be stateless or a recognized refugee in Spain.

      • Have significantly contributed to the economic, scientific or cultural progress of Spain, or to its international standing.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows indefinite residence and employment in Spain under the same conditions as Spanish citizens.

    Requirements:

    • Have legally and continuously resided in Spain for five years.

    • Be allowed to count 50% of the time spent on studies or training (if applicable).

    • Be an EU Blue Card holder with five years of residence in the EU, including two years in Spain.

    • Possess stable and sufficient financial resources for oneself and family members.

    • Have health insurance that covers medical expenses in Spain.

  • Type of Authorization:
    Renewal of the temporary residence and self-employment work authorization for foreigners who are already legally residing in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the European Union, European Economic Area, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such citizens.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in the previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Be able to prove one of the following situations:

      • Continuation of the self-employed activity that led to the original authorization, complying with tax and Social Security obligations.

      • The spouse meets the economic requirements to sponsor the worker for family reunification.

      • Be a beneficiary of protection due to cessation of activity.

These are authorizations granted to foreign nationals who are in Spain and, due to extraordinary situations, require protection or regularization. These circumstances may include humanitarian reasons, being victims of gender or domestic violence, situations of social ties (arraigo), or the transition from temporary residence to a work permit. These authorizations allow beneficiaries to legally reside and, in many cases, work in Spain.

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary residence granted to foreign nationals in Spain who face vulnerability or risk situations.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Provide evidence of one of the following:

      • Be a victim of serious crimes against labor rights (Articles 311 to 314 of the Spanish Penal Code).

      • Be a victim of hate crimes based on discrimination (race, religion, ideology, gender, etc.).

      • Suffer from a serious illness requiring medical treatment unavailable in the country of origin.

      • Demonstrate that returning to the country of origin would endanger the applicant or their family.

  • Temporary residence granted to minors under the protection of child welfare services who reach adulthood without prior authorization.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Have been under the guardianship of a child protection institution.

    • Have adequately participated in training activities provided by the institution.

    • Be recommended by the institution for the granting of residence.

  • Type of authorization:
    Residence and work granted to foreign women victims of gender-based or domestic violence who are in irregular status in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be listed as inadmissible in the Schengen area.

    • Prove victim status through one of the following:

      • Protection order issued by a judicial authority.

      • Report from the Public Prosecutor’s Office indicating evidence of gender-based violence.

      • Conviction against the aggressor.

  • Type of authorization:
    Temporary independent residence for family members who were initially under a family reunification arrangement.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Hold a temporary residence permit through family reunification.

    • Have own financial means derived from employment or self-employment.

    • Have health insurance coverage, if applicable.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain.

  • Type of authorization:
    Renewal of the temporary residence and self-employment authorization for foreigners who already legally reside in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Be able to prove one of the following situations:

      • Continue the professional activity that justified the original authorization, complying with tax and Social Security obligations.

      • The spouse meets the financial conditions required to sponsor the applicant.

      • Be a beneficiary of protection due to the termination of professional activity.

These are authorizations that allow foreign nationals to reside and work in Spain in the context of specific professional activities, such as research, studies, cross-border employment, or temporary assignments within transnational service provisions. These authorizations are aimed at qualified professionals, researchers, employees transferred by international companies, and other special cases that require temporary residence to carry out professional activities in Spain.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows individuals to carry out research, unpaid training, or studies at recognized educational or scientific institutions in Spain. It also includes stay permits for the researcher’s or student’s family members.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Have sufficient economic means to cover living and return expenses, including those of accompanying family members.

    • Possess health insurance that covers accidents or illnesses during the stay.

    • Be admitted to a recognized Spanish educational or scientific institution for studies or research.

    • If the student is a minor and unaccompanied, provide a parental authorization for their stay in Spain.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows foreign nationals who reside in a neighboring country and cross the border daily to work in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in an irregular situation in Spanish territory.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Reside in a bordering province or area near Spain.

    • Possess the required qualification for the job.

    • The national employment situation must allow for the hiring.

    • The contract must guarantee continued activity for the duration of the authorization.

    • The employing company must be registered with Social Security and up to date on tax obligations.

  • Tipo de autorización:
    Permite el desplazamiento temporal a España de un trabajador extranjero que depende de una empresa establecida en un país no perteneciente a la UE o EEE para realizar servicios específicos.

  • Requisitos:

    • No ser ciudadano de la UE, EEE o Suiza, ni familiar de ciudadanos de estos países.

    • Ser residente legal en el país donde radica la empresa que desplaza.

    • Haber trabajado al menos un año en la empresa que lo desplaza.

    • La empresa debe garantizar al trabajador desplazado las condiciones de trabajo conforme a la Ley 45/1999.

    • El trabajador debe haber estado al servicio de la empresa durante al menos nueve meses.

  • Supuestos de desplazamiento:

    • Desplazamiento temporal para prestar servicios en otra empresa en España.

    • Desplazamiento a centros de trabajo en España de la misma empresa o grupo empresarial.

    • Desplazamiento de trabajadores altamente cualificados para supervisar obras o servicios realizados en el exterior.

  • Exclusiones:

    • Desplazamientos para actividades formativas, excepto en empresas del mismo grupo.

    • Personal navegante de la marina mercante.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows temporary residence and employment for specific activities such as the assembly of industrial installations, infrastructure projects, or equipment maintenance.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be in an irregular situation in Spanish territory.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence.

    • Not be banned from entering Spain or listed as inadmissible in the Schengen States.

    • Hold a recognized qualification or professional accreditation.

    • The national employment situation must allow for the hiring.

    • The contract must guarantee ongoing activity for the entire duration of the authorization.

    • Have adequate housing arranged by the company.

    • The company must guarantee the worker’s return to their country of origin.

  • Grants residence and work permits to foreign women who are victims of gender-based or domestic violence, currently residing in Spain under family reunification.

    Requirements:

    • Be residing in Spain under family reunification status.

    • Provide proof of being a victim of gender-based violence through one of the following:

      • Judicial protection order.

      • Report from the Public Prosecutor’s Office indicating signs of gender-based violence.

      • Conviction of the sponsoring spouse.

    Benefits:

    • Obtaining an independent residence from the abuser.

    • Work authorization, either as an employee or self-employed.

Family reunification is an authorization that allows foreign residents in Spain to bring their family members to live together in the country. It is intended for those who already hold a residence permit and wish to reunite with their spouse, partner, minor children, or dependent ascendants. This authorization ensures family unity and grants temporary residence rights to the reunited relatives.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows temporary residence for the family members of foreign nationals who are already legally residing in Spain.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • The sponsor (applicant) must have renewed their initial residence permit.

    • To reunite ascendants, the sponsor must hold a long-term residence permit.

    Eligible family members:

    • Spouse or partner with a relationship comparable to marriage.

    • Children under 18 or with disabilities, including adopted children, who are economically dependent on the sponsor.

    • Children of the spouse or partner, under 18 or with disabilities, who are under the custody of the sponsor.

    • Ascendants in the first degree (parents) of the sponsor or their spouse, if the sponsor has long-term residence and can prove economic dependency.

    Conditions:

    • Prove sufficient financial means to support the family member.

    • Have adequate housing for the family.

    • The family member to be reunited must not have a criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence.

    • Must not be listed as inadmissible in the Schengen Area.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows family members who were initially reunited under family reunification to obtain independent residence from the sponsor.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Hold a temporary residence permit obtained through family reunification.

    • Prove own financial means derived from employment (either employed or self-employed).

    • Have health insurance coverage, if applicable.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain.

    Grounds for obtaining independent residence:

    • Completion of the minimum period of residence with the sponsor.

    • Situations of gender-based or family violence.

    • Death of the sponsor.

    • Dissolution of the marital relationship through divorce or legal separation.

  • Type of authorization:
    Grants residence and work permits to foreign women who are victims of gender-based violence, currently residing in Spain under family reunification.

    Requirements:

    • Be in Spain under a family reunification residence status.

    • Prove being a victim of gender-based violence through one of the following:

      • Judicial protection order.

      • Report from the Public Prosecutor’s Office indicating evidence of violence.

      • Conviction against the sponsoring spouse.

    Benefits:

    • Obtain an independent residence permit separate from the abuser.

    • Authorization to work either as an employee or self-employed.

Special Authorizations and Exceptions are permits that allow foreign nationals to work and reside in Spain without needing a conventional work authorization. These are intended for specific cases in which, due to the nature of the activity or the applicant’s situation, a standard work permit is deemed unnecessary. They include academic, scientific, artistic, religious activities, or those linked to international agreements.

  • Tipo de autorización:
    Reconocimiento de la excepción a la autorización de trabajo en casos concretos de actividades lucrativas, laborales o profesionales.

  • Actividades exceptuadas y requisitos de acreditación:

    • Técnicos y científicos invitados por el Estado o instituciones públicas:

      • Dirigido a extranjeros con conocimientos especializados que colaboren en programas técnicos, científicos o de interés general.

      • Acreditación: Invitación o contrato emitido por la Administración correspondiente.

    • Profesores, investigadores y científicos invitados por universidades:

      • Para docentes extranjeros invitados por universidades españolas.

      • Acreditación: Invitación o contrato emitido por la universidad.

    • Directivos, docentes o investigadores de instituciones culturales o docentes extranjeras reconocidas:

      • Incluye personal de instituciones extranjeras de prestigio reconocidas oficialmente en España.

      • Acreditación: Documentación que acredite la validez del título en el país de origen y el contrato de trabajo.

    • Funcionarios civiles o militares de Administraciones extranjeras:

      • Actividades realizadas en virtud de acuerdos de cooperación con la Administración española.

      • Acreditación: Certificado emitido por la Administración extranjera competente.

    • Corresponsales de medios de comunicación extranjeros:

      • Dirigido a periodistas que desarrollen actividad informativa en España.

      • Acreditación: Certificación del Ministerio de la Presidencia en España.

    • Artistas en actuaciones concretas:

      • Actuaciones que no superen cinco días continuados o veinte días en un período de seis meses.

      • Acreditación: DNI y contrato de trabajo para las actividades artísticas.

    • Religiosos y ministros de culto:

      • Ministros religiosos y miembros de la jerarquía de iglesias reconocidas en España.

      • Acreditación: Certificado del Ministerio de Justicia que confirme el reconocimiento de la entidad religiosa.

    • Miembros de organizaciones sindicales o empresariales internacionales:

      • Solo cuando su actividad se limite al ejercicio de funciones de representación o administración.

      • Acreditación: Certificación emitida por el sindicato u organización empresarial correspondiente.

    • Menores tutelados por entidades de protección:

      • Para actividades propuestas por la entidad que favorezcan la integración social.

      • Acreditación: Documentación que acredite la tutela y la propuesta de la actividad.

  • Type of authorization:
    Allows the extension of time in Spain for foreign nationals who entered the country for purposes other than work or residence.

    Requirements:

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, nor a family member of such.

    • Not be listed as inadmissible in the Schengen Area.

    • Provide sufficient financial means to support oneself during the extended stay.

    • Justify the reasons for the requested extension (e.g., medical, family, educational, etc.).

    Specific cases:

    • Students with a short-term visa who need more time to complete their studies.

    • Family members requiring an extension for personal or medical reasons.

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Other Authorizations and Documentation include administrative procedures that allow foreign nationals to manage specific legal or personal situations in Spain, such as marriage recognition, obtaining student cards, or academic degree validation. These authorizations are not directly related to employment or long-term residence but are essential for integration and legal compliance in the country.

  • Type of procedure:
    Process for the recognition and legalization of marriage between a Spanish citizen or legal resident in Spain and a foreign national.

    Requirements:

    • Marriage application at the Civil Registry.

    Required documentation:

    • DNI or NIE of both spouses.

    • Literal birth certificate.

    • Certificate of residence registration for both.

    • Passport of the foreign national.

    • Certificate of singleness or divorce, as applicable.

    • Proof that there is no legal impediment to the marriage (certificate of marital capacity).

    Procedure:

    • Submit the application to the corresponding Civil Registry.

    • Personal interview to verify the authenticity of the relationship.

    • Decision and authorization of the marriage.

    Considerations:

    • If the marriage is performed abroad, it must be registered at the Consular Civil Registry or the Central Civil Registry in Spain to be legally valid.

  • Type of authorization:
    A document that allows foreign nationals to study in Spain, generally linked to the duration of the academic program.

    Requirements:

    • Be admitted to an authorized educational institution in Spain.

    • Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland.

    • Have no criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence.

    • Have sufficient financial means to cover living and study expenses.

    • Hold medical insurance that covers risks in Spain.

    Required documentation:

    • Valid passport.

    • Certificate of admission from the educational institution.

    • Health insurance policy.

    • Proof of financial resources.

    • Criminal record certificate.

    Procedure:

    • Submit the application at the Foreigners Office or Police Station.

    • Pay the administrative fees.

    • Provide complete documentation.

    • Await resolution and issuance of the student card.

    Validity and renewal:

    • The card is usually valid for the same duration as the authorized studies and may be renewed if the academic program continues.

  • Type of procedure:
    Official recognition in Spain of academic degrees obtained abroad, granting them the same validity as equivalent Spanish qualifications.

    Requirements:

    • Hold an academic degree issued by a foreign institution.

    • The degree must be properly legalized or apostilled in the country of origin.

    • The degree must be translated into Spanish if it is in another language.

    Required documentation:

    • Application form for homologation.

    • Certified copy of the foreign degree.

    • Academic transcript showing completed subjects and grades.

    • Proof of payment of the administrative fee.

    • Copy of DNI, NIE, or passport.

    Procedure:

    • Submit the application to the Ministry of Education or the Government Subdelegation.

    • Review of the file and possible request for additional documentation.

    • Resolution of homologation or equivalence of the degree.

    Timelines:

    • The resolution time may vary depending on the type of studies and country of origin.

    Considerations:

    • If the degree is not fully equivalent, additional courses or specific exams may be required.

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