Visa comparison

Five routes, one glance

Not every visa fits every person. Compare the key requirements side by side to find yours.

Figures per regulation 2026.1, effective from 2026-01-01. Next review: 2027-01-31.

Spain Digital Nomad Visa 2026
Minimum income required
€2,849 / month
Can you work in Spain
Work details
Remote work for foreign employer
Duration
3 years from inside Spain, 1 year from outside
Best for
Remote workers & freelancers
Innovation test required
Fast-track available
Spain Non-Lucrative Visa 2026
Minimum income required
€2,400 / month
Can you work in Spain
Work details
No work of any kind
Duration
2 years, renewable
Best for
Retirees & passive income
Innovation test required
Fast-track available
Spain Student Visa 2026
Minimum income required
€600 / month of course
Can you work in Spain
Limited
Work details
Up to 30h/week (higher education)
Duration
Length of course (min 6 months)
Best for
University students
Innovation test required
Fast-track available
Spain Entrepreneur Visa 2026
Minimum income required
Investment funds
Can you work in Spain
Work details
Full — innovative business
Duration
Up to 2 years, renewable
Best for
Innovative startups
Innovation test required
Fast-track available
Spain Autónomo Visa 2026
Minimum income required
Proof of income
Can you work in Spain
Work details
Full — traditional business
Duration
Up to 2 years, renewable
Best for
Traditional freelancers
Innovation test required
Fast-track available

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