The Non-Lucrative Visa for Spain is the perfect Visa for expats that want to live in Spain without having to work. However, there’s a few requirements that you must meet in order to get this visa. The requirements are:

• You need to be a non-EU citizen without any EU family member and not to be regularly in Spain. This means that you need to be a citizen from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia or any other country that it’s not in the European Union.
• Applicants must be able to support themselves and their family. This means earning at least 2,400€ ($2,588)/month per main applicant,  and 600€ ($647)/month per accompanying member. Also, they will need private health coverage. This cannot be a salary as it could be misunderstood that you need to work during your stay in Spain. Typically, the applicant must show bank statements to prove this.
• You need to have private health insurance with full coverage. Only Spanish and EU citizens can use public healthcare in Spain. Some places, like Madrid, restrict access to their healthcare system for the first year of residency.
• You need to show other paperwork like a clean police record and a medical certificate. You could also need paperwork from the civil registry of your home country if you move with your spouse.

• Some documentation may need to be translated into Spanish by a certified translator, such as bank statements or marriage certificates. 

This Spanish residency visa doesn’t require the applicant or visa holder to have Spanish parents. Also, they don’t need to be born in Spain. 

You won’t be able to work, but you will be able to earn passive income from investing or real estate. However, like a student visa, the non lucrative visa allows you for studying and attending classes. 

It is important to know that once you get the Visa, you will need to be in Spain at least 6 out of 12 months every year you have the Visa. 

1. Collect the documents

Once you have the paperwork, the application is answered within 20 days. Law firms like Lexidy can help you with all the documents needed.

2. Apply at the Spanish Embassy or Consulate

The applicant must appear in person at their Spanish Consular Authority in their home country or where they legally reside.  If there is no response to the visa application, then it has in effect been rejected.

The application must be made in person at the Spanish Consulate or Embassy in your country of origin or residence. It cannot be applied from Spain. After filing with the Spanish consulate, it usually takes up to 90 days to get an answer.

3. Move to Spain

Once the application has been approved, you will be granted a visa that will allow you to travel to Spain. The visa is granted for one year and can be renewed for two-year periods.

4. Apply for a Foreigner’s ID Card

After entering Spain, they must register at the local Spanish Town Hall. Here they can apply for the Foreign ID Card or residence card, known as a TIE. The applicant has 90 days to apply for the TIE. After 10 years in Spain, the holder can apply for Spanish citizenship.

Some clients struggle with the language, so our immigration attorneys can accompany the applicant to the appointment.

The Spanish government asks applicants to supply evidence that they can support their lifestyle. Most Consulates ask for a bank certificate. It must show the account bank and must have a date close to when the application was filed.

The applicant will need:

• Six months of bank statements.
• The funds must be held by the name of the main visa applicant.

The funds don’t need to be in a local bank. However, every person in Spain needs a local bank account when moving to the country.

Most non lucrative visa applicants require the following documentation to obtain residence in Spain:

• Private healthcare insurance from a Spanish provider
• National Visa Form
• Bank certificate showing proof of sufficient income
• A Passport
• A Criminal Record Background check that is legalized
• A medical certificate
• Proof of accommodation for the first three months
• Feees ($140 for the visa, $12 for the residence permit)

The process is much easier and faster with an immigration lawyer. We can help you gatter all the documentation needed and help you in every step of the process. Contact us now to get a free consultation of your case!

In conclusion, the Non-Lucrative Visa in Spain is the perfect Visa for those  looking to relocate to Spain, either alone or with family, without having to work in the country. 

If you’re ready to start your journey in Spain or have any questions about the Non Lucrative Visa in Spain, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team of lawyers is ready to assist you and provide the legal support you need to succeed.