Spain's nomad visa lets you live in Spain while working for foreign clients — with a special tax regime for the first 6 years.
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa was introduced under the Startup Act and is available to non-EU nationals with verifiable remote work income from non-Spanish sources. The application process involves Spanish consulates with varying requirements and has a special tax regime (Beckham Law) that may significantly reduce tax for high earners in the first 6 years.
For remote workers earning predominantly from non-Spanish clients/employers. Income requirement: approximately 200% of Spanish minimum wage (~€2,646/month in 2024). Eligible for Beckham Law special tax regime.
Nomadic Go assists with Spain Digital Nomad Visa applications including document preparation, consulate submission, and NIE (Spanish tax ID) coordination.
The Beckham Law (Ley Beckham) is a special tax regime for new Spanish residents, capping income tax at 24% on income up to EUR 600,000. It is available to nomad visa holders who have not been Spanish tax residents in the previous 5 years. Consult a Spanish tax advisor. Nomadic Go does not provide tax advice.
Spanish consulate processing times vary by country of application: typically 4-12 weeks. After arrival, the NIE and residency card processes add additional time. Allow 3-6 months from application to full Spanish residency.
Family members (spouse and children) can join through family reunification. Dependants apply separately. Your income evidence must show you can support the household financially.
Approximately 200% of Spain's minimum wage per month: roughly EUR 2,646/month in 2024. Dependants add additional requirements. These figures adjust annually with minimum wage changes.
No Spanish company is required. You need evidence of employment or freelance contracts with non-Spanish companies or clients. At least 80% of your income should come from non-Spanish sources for the first year.