Secure your life in Spain with expert legal care
Legal solutions for digital nomads, retirees, and investors who want to settle in Spain safely and without complications.
DIGITAL NOMAD VISA
This visa is designed for professionals who work remotely from Spain, such as freelancers, digital entrepreneurs, or employees of foreign companies. It’s ideal if you want to live legally in Spain — especially in areas like Málaga or the Costa del Sol — while maintaining your online job with a non-Spanish employer.
✓ You work remotely
✓ You are not a resident in Spain
✓ You want to live legally in a European country without changing employers
- Application must be submitted from your country of origin or, in some cases, within Spain
- Employment contract or remote professional activity for clients/companies outside Spain
- Proof of sufficient income (approx. €2,400/month minimum)
- Private health insurance valid in Spain
- Clean criminal record
- Application follow-up
- Document review
- Sworn translations and legalizations
- Application preparation and online submission
Can I apply for this visa from within Spain?
In some cases, yes — depending on your current status. We’ll advise you based on your specific situation.
Can I bring my partner or children with me?
Yes, it’s possible to include family members as dependents. We’ll guide you through the entire process.
Does this visa allow me to work for Spanish companies?
No. You can only work for employers or clients based outside of Spain.
How long does the process take?
Between 15 and 45 days once all documents are correctly submitted.
Non-Lucrative Visa in Spain
The non-lucrative visa is designed for individuals who wish to reside in Spain without the need to work—whether they are retired, have passive income, or want to spend an extended period in the country. It’s ideal for those seeking quality of life, a Mediterranean climate, and long-term stability on the Costa del Sol.
✓ Retirees
✓ Individuals with income from rentals, investments, or pensions
✓ Non-EU citizens who want to live in Spain without engaging in work activity
- Show proof of sufficient financial means: minimum of approximately €2,400 per month, plus an additional amount for each accompanying family member.
- Private health insurance with no co-payments, valid throughout Spain.
- Criminal record certificate from your country of origin.
- Proof of accommodation in Spain (rental contract or property ownership).
- Application must be submitted from your country of origin, at the corresponding Spanish consulate.
- Verification of all requirements based on your country of origin
- Sworn translation and legalization of documents
- Application preparation
- Ongoing support until your visa is approved
Can I work with this visa?
No. The non-lucrative visa does not allow any paid work activity in Spain.
Can I invest or manage property?
Yes, as long as it doesn’t involve active work. We can also advise you on tax matters.
Can I renew this visa?
Yes, you can renew it as long as you continue to meet the financial requirements. We’ll guide you through the renewal process.
How long can I stay with this visa?
Initially, for 1 year. After that, you can renew it for 2-year periods.
TAX ADVICE
This service is aimed at non-Spanish citizens who live, work, or have financial interests in Spain and need to understand how the local tax system works. Whether you’re a digital nomad, retiree, foreign-hired professional, or hold dual residency, understanding your tax obligations is essential to avoid penalties.
✓ Digital nomads and remote workers
✓ Expats residing in Spain
✓ Retirees with foreign pensions
✓ Individuals with income in more than one country
✓ New residents unsure if they need to file taxes
- Free initial review of your situation: place of residence, sources of income, nationality, and visa status.
- Determination of your tax status in Spain: resident or non-resident, according to Spanish tax law.
- Income analysis: both local and international (salary, freelance, passive income, pensions, etc.).
- Action plan: guidance on tax filing, possible deductions, and applicable double taxation treaties.
- Tax filing (if requested): Model 100, 210, or others as applicable.
- Assess whether you are a tax resident in Spain based on your personal situation and length of stay.
- Analyze your sources of income (salaries, rental income, investments, pensions) and their tax treatment.
- Apply double taxation treaties, if applicable, between Spain and your country of origin.
- Prepare and file your tax returns (Model 100, Model 210, etc.).
- Design tax optimization strategies within the framework of Spanish law.
- Handle issues with the Spanish Tax Agency (requests, audits, regularizations).
How do I know if I’m a tax resident in Spain?
Generally, if you spend more than 183 days a year in Spain. But other criteria may apply. We’ll assess your situation with you.
Do I need to declare my foreign income?
It depends on your tax status. In many cases, yes—but there may be treaties in place to avoid double taxation.
What if I already filed a tax return incorrectly?
We can help you regularize your situation with the Spanish Tax Agency and avoid further penalties.
Does taxation affect me if I have a digital nomad visa?
Yes—especially if you become a tax resident. That’s why early planning is key.
Legal Advisory for Foreign Investment in Spain
This service is designed for foreigners interested in investing in Spain—whether in real estate, businesses, startups, or financial assets—who need legal certainty, proper planning, and comprehensive legal support. It’s ideal for those looking to invest on the Costa del Sol, either as part of a residency plan or simply to diversify their assets.
✓ Investors in residential or holiday properties
✓ Entrepreneurs looking to start a business in Spain
✓ Property buyers seeking returns or personal use
✓ Individuals interested in applying for the Golden Visa
✓ International investors with private capital
- Initial analysis of your investment goal (property purchase, business, startup, etc.).
- Legal and tax feasibility study tailored to your country of origin and tax residence.
- Contract review and negotiation: purchase agreements, leases, or equity investments.
- Processing of NIE and bank account opening, if not already obtained.
- Formalization of the transaction before a notary and in the public registry.
- Optional: Investor visa (Golden Visa) processing, if you qualify.
- Secure property purchases: we review titles, encumbrances, permits, and legal conditions.
- Support with company formation or acquisition of shares.
- Comprehensive management of contracts and legal documentation.
- Assistance with bank account opening and tax identification (NIE).
- Legal analysis of investment risks and opportunities.
- Legal representation if you’re not in Spain, through notarial powers of attorney.
Can I invest without being a resident in Spain?
Yes. You can purchase property or invest in companies without being a resident. We help you do it legally and securely.
Do I need an NIE to invest?
Yes. We will handle the NIE application for you as part of our service.
Can I obtain the Golden Visa through investment?
Yes, if you invest at least €500,000 in real estate or meet other legal requirements. We’ll guide you through the entire process.
Can I invest from abroad without traveling to Spain?
Yes. We can represent you legally with a power of attorney and manage everything on your behalf.
Document Legalization and Validation
This service is essential for any foreign national who needs to present official documents in Spain—such as birth or marriage certificates, criminal background checks, academic degrees, or contracts. It is a mandatory step in most immigration, residency, study, or investment procedures.
✓ Individuals applying for visas or residency
✓ International students
✓ Professionals who need to validate academic degrees
✓ Families relocating to Spain
✓ Retirees with documents issued abroad
- Initial analysis of your documents: we’ll tell you what needs to be legalized, translated, or apostilled based on your procedure.
- Sworn translation: carried out by officially certified translators in Spain.
- Legalization or Hague Apostille: depending on the country of origin of the document.
- Final delivery ready to be submitted to Spanish authorities..
- Advise you on which documents to prepare
- Coordinate certified sworn translations
- Handle apostille/legalization in your home country (or guide you through the process)
- Ensure the legal validity of all documents for your procedure
Do I need to translate all my documents?
Only those that are not in Spanish. We’ll tell you exactly which ones and how.
Can I legalize documents issued several years ago?
Yes, as long as they are still valid and not expired. We review each case individually.
Do you handle the translation or do I need to find a translator?
We coordinate everything with trusted sworn translators so you don’t have to worry about a thing.
What is the Hague Apostille?
It’s an official stamp that validates public documents for international use. It is required in most cases.
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