🇪🇸 Why Madrid Is a Top Choice for Remote Workers
Madrid offers a powerful blend of opportunity and quality of life:
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Great transport
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A massive coworking scene
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Reliable internet
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World-class museums and nightlife
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Central location to explore the rest of Spain
Thanks to Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa, you can now live and work in Madrid legally — without being tied to a Spanish employer.
✅ Can You Use the Digital Nomad Visa in Madrid?
Absolutely. The visa is valid nationwide, and Madrid is one of the most popular cities for applicants. Whether you apply from abroad or already entered Spain as a tourist, you can set up your legal residence in Madrid.
🧾 Requirements Recap for Madrid-Based Applicants
To qualify for the visa, you must:
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Work remotely for a non-Spanish company, or as a freelancer with foreign clients
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Show €2,400/month in income
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Have private health insurance with no copay
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Hold a university degree or 3+ years of experience
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Present a clean criminal record
You must also register your local address (empadronamiento) once you move to Madrid.
💶 Cost of Living in Madrid for Digital Nomads
Madrid is slightly more affordable than Barcelona — but still offers a high standard of living.
| Expense Category | Monthly Cost (€) |
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| Rent (1BR, central) | €950–€1,300 |
| Utilities + Internet | €90–€140 |
| Groceries | €250–€350 |
| Coworking | €150–€220 |
| Public transport | €30–€55 |
| Health insurance | €60–€90 |
💡 Discounted metro cards are available for residents under 26 and over 65.
🏘️ Best Neighborhoods in Madrid for Digital Nomads
| Area | Why Choose It |
|---|---|
| Chamberí | Residential, elegant, full of cafés and coworking spaces |
| Malasaña | Trendy, central, great for creatives |
| Salamanca | Upscale, quiet, and walkable |
| Lavapiés | Multicultural, artistic, lower rent |
| Retiro | Near the famous park, peaceful and family-friendly |
All areas are well-connected via metro and suitable for remote workers.
💻 Coworking Spaces in Madrid
Madrid has over 150 coworking spaces. Top picks for digital nomads include:
| Coworking Space | Area | Price (€/month) |
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| Impact Hub | Justicia | €200–€250 |
| Utopicus | Castellana | €180–€230 |
| The Shed Co | Salamanca | €150–€200 |
| Loom | Atocha | €190–€240 |
Or work from Café del Art, HanSo Café, or Federal Café Madrid — nomad favorites.
📋 How to Apply for the Visa (Madrid Process)
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Apply from abroad (via consulate) or within Spain (as a tourist)
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Gather:
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NIE (foreigner ID)
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Proof of income
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Health insurance
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Criminal record certificate
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Contract or freelance letters
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Housing registration (empadronamiento)
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Submit via UGEx online or extranjería office
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Once approved, book fingerprinting appointment and get your TIE in Madrid
🧾 Local processing in Madrid may involve wait times — early action is advised.
🧾 Tax Benefits: Beckham Law in Madrid
Madrid is in a region with lower wealth and inheritance tax, and you may also qualify for the Beckham Law:
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Flat 24% income tax (up to €600,000)
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No tax on foreign income/assets
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Valid for 6 years
Borderless Lawyers handles Beckham Law registration as part of our visa support package.
👨👩👧 Moving to Madrid with a Family?
You can bring your spouse and children under the same application.
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Top international schools: International College Spain, Hastings School
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Madrid is safe, green, and has excellent pediatric care
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Family-friendly areas: Chamartín, Retiro, Moncloa, and Arturo Soria
⚖️ How Borderless Lawyers Can Help in Madrid
We provide legal relocation services tailored for remote workers:
✅ Full Digital Nomad Visa application
✅ NIE & TIE appointments in Madrid
✅ Padron (address registration)
✅ Approved health insurance setup
✅ Beckham Law registration
✅ Lease & contract review for apartments
📌 Our local team in Madrid ensures fast, compliant setup for your legal stay.
📣 Ready to Relocate to Madrid?
From coworking cafés to elegant apartments and tax perks — Madrid is one of Europe’s best cities to live as a remote worker. With the Digital Nomad Visa, you can enjoy it all legally and securely.
👉 Contact Borderless Lawyers to get your relocation started today.