Digital nomads (international teleworkers)

Non-EU foreigners can apply for an international residence by teleworking to carry out a work or professional activity remotely for companies located outside the national territory, through the exclusive use of computer, telematic and telecommunication means and systems.

In the case of carrying out a work activity, the holder of the authorization for international teleworking may only work for companies located outside the national territory.

In the event of carrying out a professional activity, the holder of the international teleworking authorization will be allowed to work for a company located in Spain, as long as the percentage of said work does not exceed 20% of the total of their professional activity.

Requirements

• Accreditation of being graduates or postgraduates from universities of recognized prestige, professional training and business schools of recognized prestige or with a minimum professional experience of three years.

• Existence of real and continuous activity on the part of the company with which the applicant contracts.

• Documentation proving that the employment or professional relationship can be carried out remotely.

• Proof that the labor or professional relationship between the applicant and the worker has existed for at least three months, as well as documents that prove the terms and conditions of the remote activity.

Types of permits and duration

Visa: When the applicant is outside of Spain, they will obtain a permit to, if they wish, reside and work throughout the national territory. The duration of the permit is 1 year, unless the work period is shorter, in which case the visa will have the same duration

After the year, you must apply for a residence permit

Residence permit: When the applicant is legally in Spain, they will obtain a 3-year permit to, if they wish, reside and work throughout the national territory.