Non-Lucrative Visa Spain
Non-Lucrative Visa Spain
Non-Lucrative (Spain retirement visa / Non-Lucrative Income)
WHO IS THIS VISA FOR?
The Non-Lucrative Visa is a passive income visa Spain and offers residency to financially independent individuals – including retirees and remote income earners – who sustain themselves without the requirement to work. Spain retirement visa.
Bringing family? Your spouse and dependent children qualify for derivative residency under Spain's Non-Lucrative Visa program.
Permit duration follows a 3-phase path:
Year 1: Initial residency permit
Years 2-3 & 4-5: Two renewable 2-year permits
Year 6+: Eligibility for permanent residency (after 5 continuous years)
Long-term opportunity: After 10 years of legal residency, applicants may pursue Spanish citizenship.
Stable passive income: Prove more than €28,800/year + €7,200 per dependent (2025 thresholds)
Comprehensive health insurance: Coverage in Spain with no copays
Clean criminal record: From all countries of residence (past 5 years)
Residency proof: Valid accommodation arrangement in Spain
Essential Requirement: Minor Education
Who: Children between compulsory education ages (currently 6-16 years)
When: Before residency approval and continuously thereafter
Proof: Submit school registration certificates during initial/renewal applications
Note: Preschool (Under 6) optional but recommended
Processing Timeline: From Application to Approval
Preparation Phase: Allow 6-8 weeks to gather/document requirements
Consulate Review: Takes 3-8 weeks (varies by consulate workload & season)
Peak Periods: Summer (June-Aug) and year-end (Nov-Jan) add 2-3 weeks delay
Pro Tip: Apply during off-peak months (Feb-Apr/Sept-Oct) for faster processing
Avoiding Renewal Rejection: Residence Threshold
Minimum Stay: 183 days/year in Spanish territory
Proof Method: Border stamps/padrón records/bank statements
Common Mistake: Assuming tourist trips don't count – all absences subtract from 183 days
Renewal Impact: Fail this = automatic disqualification
Financial Requirements:
Main applicant: €28,800/year
Each dependent: Additional €7,200/year
Private Health Insurance
Family Inclusion:
Eligible Dependents: Spouses, children under 18, and financially dependent adult children/elderly parents.
Financial Proof: Extra €7,200/year per dependent
New 2025 Rule: Family reunification permitted after 1 year
Key requirements:
- Documentation: Proof of residence via padrón, bills, bank statements, etc., remains critical 37.
Legal Assistance: Lawyer/procurator representation is mandatory for applications
For your detailed eligibility assessments, it is recommended to consult an immigration specialist or refer to official sources
NON-LUCRATIVE
500.000 €
Below are the key requirements to obtain Digital-Nomad visa
Minimum Investment:
- Most arraigo categories now require 2 years of continuous residence
- Time spent as an asylum seeker does not count toward residency eligibility
GOLDEN-VISA in PORTUGAL
Minimum Investment:
280.000 €
Key Requirements
- Financial Requirements:
Main applicant: €28,800/year
Each dependent: Additional €7,200/year - Private Health Insurance
- Family Inclusion:
Eligible Dependents: Spouses, children under 18, and financially dependent adult children/elderly parents.
Financial Proof: Extra €7,200/year per dependent
New 2025 Rule: Family reunification permitted after 1 year
- 1) Arraigo Social (Social Roots)
- 2) Arraigo Sociolaboral (Socio-Labor Roots)
- 3) Arraigo Socio-formativo (Training Roots)
- 4) Arraigo de Segunda Oportunidad (Second Chance)
- 5) Arraigo Familiar (Family Roots)