🇹🇷 Spain Digital Nomad Visa for Turkish Citizens – Legal Path to Work Remotely in Europe
Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) gives Turkish freelancers and remote workers a new way to live legally in Europe — without needing a local job offer. Whether you work in tech, design, marketing, or consulting, this visa offers long-term residency and favorable tax treatment.
Here’s how Turkish citizens can qualify, apply, and move to Spain successfully.
✅ Who Qualifies?
To be eligible, you must:
💻 Work remotely for a non-Spanish company or clients
💰 Earn at least €2,646/month (approx. TRY 95,000–100,000)
📄 Show 3+ months of employment or freelance work
🎓 Hold a university degree or have 3 years of professional experience
🧾 Provide a clean criminal record from Turkey and countries lived in
🏥 Have private health insurance valid in Spain
🏠 Show proof of housing in Spain (rental, hotel, Airbnb, etc.)
📂 Required Documents
To apply from Turkey, prepare:
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Valid Turkish passport
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Apostilled criminal background check (E-Devlet / Turkish Ministry of Justice)
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Employment contract or client agreements
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Bank statements, invoices, or payslips
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University diploma or letters confirming experience
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Private health insurance covering Spain
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Rental agreement or temporary housing proof
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Sworn Spanish translations of all documents
📌 All foreign documents must be apostilled and translated — this is the most common rejection point.
🛃 Application Process
Option 1: Apply from Turkey
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Submit at the Spanish consulate in Ankara or Istanbul
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Get a 1-year digital nomad visa
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Convert it into a 3-year residence permit after arriving in Spain
Option 2: Apply from Spain
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Enter Spain on a Schengen visa
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Submit directly via the UGE online platform
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Get a 3-year residence card
🕐 Processing time:
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~20 business days in Spain
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4–8 weeks from Turkey
👨👩👧 Can You Bring Your Family?
Yes — immediate family can apply with you:
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Spouse or registered partner
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Children under 18 (or dependent adults)
💰 Income thresholds increase:
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+€1,000/month for spouse
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+€300/month per child
📝 Each family member needs their own apostilled criminal record and birth/marriage certificates.
💰 Tax Benefits for Turkish Remote Workers
With the Beckham Law, digital nomads can:
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Pay a flat 24% tax on Spanish-source income (up to €600,000/year)
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Potentially exempt foreign income from tax (e.g., income from Turkey)
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Keep this benefit for up to 6 years
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⚠️ Spain and Turkey do not have a full double tax treaty, so planning is essential
📌 We help you manage tax residency between Turkey and Spain to avoid issues.
🏙️ Top Cities in Spain for Turkish Digital Nomads
| City | Why It’s a Good Fit |
|---|---|
| Barcelona | Mediterranean lifestyle, tech scene, vibrant expat base |
| Madrid | Capital city with legal/financial infrastructure |
| Valencia | Affordable, laid-back, and family-friendly |
| Málaga | Sunshine and active digital nomad community |
| Alicante | Easygoing pace, good for remote families |
⚖️ How Borderless Lawyers Helps Turkish Clients
We support Turkish applicants with:
✅ Visa application (in Turkey or Spain)
✅ Apostille + official translation coordination
✅ NIE, empadronamiento, and residence card
✅ Beckham Law tax registration
✅ Family visas and long-term planning
📞 Book a free consultation in Turkish, English, or Spanish — get expert help to move to Spain legally.
✈️ Final Thoughts
Spain offers Turkish digital nomads a stable, legal, and tax-efficient route to live in Europe while working online. The key is handling the paperwork properly and planning your taxes early.
👉 Let Borderless Lawyers manage the process — so you can focus on your work and enjoy Spain stress-free.