What it is
A 3-year residence permit (renewable for 2 more) for non-EU remote workers earning from non-Spanish sources. Created 2023, still the most popular work-residency route in 2026.
Income requirement
€31,752/year minimum (200% of Spanish minimum wage in 2026). Add ~25% for a spouse, ~12% for each child.
Who qualifies
- Employees of non-Spanish companies (need authorisation letter)
- Freelancers with at least one foreign client of meaningful size
- Up to 20% of income can come from Spanish clients
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- Employment contract or freelance contracts (12+ months of history)
- University degree OR 3 years' professional experience
- Clean criminal record certificate
- Private health insurance with full Spain cover
- Proof of income (bank statements, tax returns)
Where to apply
Either at the Spanish consulate in your home country, or in Spain on a tourist visa (legal, faster, less paperwork in 2026).
Beckham Law upgrade
Approved Digital Nomad Visa holders can elect the Beckham Law special tax regime: flat 24% on Spanish-source income up to €600,000 for 6 years. Foreign-source income outside this regime mostly stays untaxed in Spain for that period.
Where digital nomads actually settle
Málaga centre (best coworking), Marbella town (best lifestyle), Estepona (best value), Nerja (best for solo/couple lifestyle).
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Areas in this article
- Marbella guide6,800 €/sqm · +9.2% YoY
- Estepona guide4,900 €/sqm · +11.7% YoY
- Málaga guide3,200 €/sqm · +12.4% YoY
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