Spain relocation experts · since 2010
Your Spain digital nomad visa,
Your Spain digital nomad visa,
handled from start to finish
Live in Spain while you keep your remote career — 100% legally and stress-free. We guide remote employees, freelancers and entrepreneurs through the entire Spain digital nomad visa process, so you focus on the move, not the paperwork.
- €2,849/moincome from 2026
- 12 mo → 5 yrrenewable
- Familypartner + kids
- 24% taxBeckham Law
- 4.9★ Trustpilot & Google
- 98% visa approval rate
- 11K visas secured
- 15+ years in Spain
Who it's for
Who is the Spain digital nomad visa for?
Spain's digital nomad visa is built for non-EU/EEA citizens who earn their income remotely from companies or clients outside Spain. If that's you, you can live in Spain legally while keeping your career — and we handle the entire process for you.
EU/EEA citizens don't need this visa — if that's your case, we'll point you to the right route to relocate to Spain.
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Remote employees
You work for a company based outside Spain and can do your job from anywhere.
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Freelancers & contractors
You invoice clients abroad. Up to 20% of your work may be with Spanish companies.
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Entrepreneurs & founders
You run your own business or startup remotely and want to base your life in Spain.
The Spain digital nomad visa at a glance (2026)
- Minimum income
- €2,849/month≈ €34,188/year · 200% of SMI
- Duration
- 12 months → up to 5 years3-year permit if you apply from inside Spain
- Family
- Partner + childrenthey get residency alongside you
- Tax
- Flat 24% (Beckham Law)up to €600,000, for up to 6 years
- Processing
- ~10–45 daysbudget 2–4 months end-to-end
Figures based on Spain's 2026 minimum wage. Requirements change — we confirm your exact numbers in your free consultation.
Global Citizen Solutions, 2026
The basics
What exactly is the Spain digital nomad visa?
The Spain digital nomad visa — officially the International Telework Visa (visado de teletrabajador de carácter internacional) — lets non-EU/EEA citizens live in Spain while working remotely for employers or clients based outside the country.
It was created under Spain's Startup Law (Ley 28/2022) and launched in December 2022. It's renewable up to 5 years, and after 10 years of legal residence you may even qualify for Spanish citizenship.
From your home country
Apply at a Spanish consulate before you move. You get a 1-year visa that converts into a residency permit once you're in Spain.
From inside Spain
Already in Spain (even as a tourist)? Apply within your first 90 days and get a 3-year residence permit up front — the faster, stronger route.
Not sure which route fits you? Ask us in a free consultation →
Everything handled, end to end
When you choose TEFL Madrid Academy for your Spain digital nomad visa, you get a real team — not a call centre — guiding you before, during and after the move.
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Before you apply
Eligibility assessment
We confirm you meet every requirement — income, qualifications, contracts — before you spend a euro.
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Before you apply
Document review & prep
Translations, apostilles and certifications — prepared correctly the first time.
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Throughout
Full legal guidance
Trusted Spanish immigration lawyers on your side from day one — every step reviewed by experts.
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Application
Application filing
Correct forms submitted to the UGE or consulate — no costly mistakes, no avoidable rejections.
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Application
Family support
Visas for your partner and children, processed alongside yours so you move together.
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After you arrive
Ongoing assistance
TIE, padrón, renewals and life admin once you're settling into your new life in Spain.
How we work with you
A clear, guided path from your first question to your new life in Spain — real people beside you at every step.
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Step 1
Free consultation
We review your job, income and nationality and confirm you qualify — at no cost.
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Step 2
Your plan & documents
We build your personalised checklist and prepare translations, apostilles and certificates.
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Step 3
We file your application
Your application goes in correctly — to the UGE inside Spain or your consulate abroad.
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Step 4
Approval & arrival
Once approved, we guide your TIE card, padrón and first steps living in Spain.
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Step 5
Settle & renew
Ongoing support for renewals and life admin, so your stay stays legal and stress-free.
Why us
Why move with TEFL Madrid?
- Boutique, personal support. A dedicated person who knows your case — never a call centre.
- A real team in Madrid since 2010. 15+ years helping people relocate to Spain.
- Trusted immigration lawyers. Every case reviewed by legal experts, so nothing slips.
- More than a visa. Combine it with a TEFL certification or Spanish classes — your choice.
Why Spain
The perfect base for digital nomads
- Ranked #1 worldwide for digital nomads (Global Citizen Solutions, 2026).
- Lower cost of living than most European hubs.
- Coworking + expat communities in every major city.
- Sun, healthcare & fast internet — the lifestyle just works.
- Madrid
- Barcelona
- Valencia
- Málaga
- Seville
Trusted by remote workers moving to Spain
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98%Visa approval rate
85KVisitors moved to Spain
11KVisas secured
92KStudents assisted worldwide
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Moving our two kids to Spain sounded impossible, but TEFL Madrid walked us through every step. Their visa help was spot on — now we're living in Valencia and working remotely with no stress.
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I was overwhelmed by Spanish bureaucracy until I found TEFL Madrid's team. They handled the paperwork, explained the process, and got my visa approved in record time. Highly recommended!
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My partner and I wanted to live in Spain for a year while keeping our US clients. TEFL Madrid made it easy to relocate — even with our dog! Couldn't be happier.
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- 2,000+ graduates trained
- 15+ years established
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The Spain digital nomad visa, answered
What is the Spain digital nomad visa?
It's a residence permit — officially the International Telework Visa — that lets non-EU/EEA citizens live in Spain while working remotely for companies or clients based outside Spain. It was introduced under Spain's Startup Law in December 2022.
Who is eligible to apply?
Remote employees, freelancers and entrepreneurs who are non-EU/EEA citizens and earn their income from outside Spain. You'll usually need a degree or 3+ years of relevant experience and a clean criminal record. EU/EEA citizens don't need this visa.
How much income do I need in 2026?
For 2026 the main applicant must show about €2,849 per month (≈ €34,188 per year) — 200% of Spain's minimum wage. Add roughly 75% more for your first family member and 25% for each additional dependant.
How long does it take to get the visa?
Official processing is usually 10–45 days, but we recommend budgeting 2–4 months end to end, mainly due to apostille and document timelines. We prepare everything in advance to keep you fast.
Can I bring my family?
Yes. Your partner and children can be included and receive residency alongside you. We process the family applications together with yours.
How long is it valid and can I renew it?
Apply from abroad and you get a 1-year visa that converts to residency; apply from inside Spain and you get a 3-year permit up front. It's renewable up to 5 years, and after 10 years of legal residence you may qualify for Spanish citizenship.
What is the Beckham Law tax benefit?
Visa holders can opt into Spain's Beckham Law: a flat 24% tax on Spanish-source income up to €600,000 for up to 6 years, instead of the usual progressive rates. We'll tell you whether it fits your situation.
Can I apply from inside Spain?
Yes. If you're already in Spain — even as a tourist — you can apply within your first 90 days and receive a 3-year residence permit, which is the faster, stronger route.
Do I need a Spanish company to sponsor me?
No. You work for foreign employers or clients. You may do up to 20% of your work with Spanish companies, but the bulk must be for businesses outside Spain.
Can I live anywhere in Spain, not just Madrid?
Absolutely. Once approved you can live anywhere — Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Málaga, Seville or a smaller town. The visa is national.
What if my application is rejected?
We start with a thorough eligibility check, so you only apply when you're ready — that's why our approval rate is so high. If issues arise, our immigration lawyers advise on the best next step.
Do you handle the TIE and local paperwork?
Yes. Beyond the visa we guide your TIE card, padrón (town-hall registration) and renewals, so you stay legal and settled long after you arrive.
Free consultation · no obligation
Ready to make Spain your new home?
Tell us about your situation and we'll map your route to your Spain digital nomad visa — clearly, legally and stress-free.
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