Why apply for a Digital Nomad Visa in Spain

8 reasons to apply for a Digital Nomad Visa in Spain

If you are planning to move to Spain, you should seriously consider becoming a digital nomad.There is no question that the Digital Nomad Visa has become the most sought-after visa in Spain after the demise of the Golden Visa in early 2025.The Digital Nomad Visa (or tax-free visa, as it is
Change from NIE to DNI

Changing from NIE to DNI in Spain: everything you need to know

If you’re a foreign national in Spain with a Foreigner Identification Number (NIE by its Spanish acronym) and have recently acquired Spanish citizenship, you may be wondering how to change your NIE to a National Identity Document (or DNI) to update and regularise your administrative status.
Spanish visas

Moving to Spain in 2026? Spanish visa overview

Spooky October is upon us, and many people are now making plans on where to move next year. Political turmoil is on the rise worldwide, with irresponsible politicians – from both sides of the aisle – fanning the flames of social polarisation in established democracies, with some now on the brin
Retirement in Spain 2025

Spain ranked third best country for retirement in 2025

Spain has placed third in the 2025 Global Retirement Index, reflecting strong healthcare outcomes, day‑to‑day liveability and comparatively steady finances for retirees. Spain’s result keeps it among Europe’s front‑runners, along with Portugal, which ranked number one.
Retire in Spain visas

A guide to residency visas for retirees in Spain

Sunny Spain continues to rank among the world’s top retirement destinations, and for good reason. With a fantastic Mediterranean climate, excellent healthcare, vibrant cities, and peaceful countryside, Spain offers retirees a relaxed, fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a bust
Spain Golden Visa ending

Spain Golden Visa: last call!

Spain's Golden Visa program, which grants residency to non-EU investors meeting specific investment thresholds, is scheduled to end on April 3, 2025. This decision aims to address concerns about rising property prices and housing accessibility in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, where foreign investments have reportedly been linked to increased real estate costs.
A guide to Spanish visas in 2025

Moving to Spain in 2025? Spanish visa overview

Spain is the second most visited country in the world, with over 84 million tourists every year. It’s a beautiful country to visit or live in. Gorgeous weather, delicious food, affordable prices, great amenities, and ultra-low taxation (in some regions) appeal to foreigners at large.
Luxury villa for sale in Mallorca

Spain's Golden Visa: your questions answered

Spain's Golden Visa has been a major attraction for foreign investors for years, offering them the opportunity to obtain residency in the country in exchange for a significant investment. However, its future is now in question, with the government announcing it is to be withdrawn a few days ago.
The 'golden visas' around the world and where they can still be obtained

The countries offering "golden visas"

Many countries in Europe - and the rest of the world - are questioning the residency permits granted to foreign nationals for investing in a property or other options. "Golden visas" gained popularity during the European debt crisis, and a decade later the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Portugal, Greece and Malta have ended or tightened the rules regarding their residency permit for investment schemes. Spain has now joined this group, but there are still countries that continue to provide residency for investors.
Negative impact on the sector, but with very limited damage: luxury speaks of the end of the Golden Visa

The end of Golden Visas in Spain to have limited impact, experts say

The Council of Ministers approved removing golden visas for foreigners investing over €500,000 in housing, just one day after the President Pedro Sánchez, announced the decision. idealista/news speaks with Spain's main luxury real estate agents to see what they think. They believe that, although it is a blow for the sector, since it removes an appealing option in some cases, they expect limited damage, since most foreign investors do not invest in Spain to obtain a residence permit. Furthermore, only 0.1% and 0.5% of homes sold to foreigners from 2016 to 2023 received golden visas.
The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, this Monday in Dos Hermanas (Seville).

Spanish Government to end 'Golden Visas' for investing in housing

The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, has announced that the next Council of Ministers this Tuesday will address removing the Golden Visa for foreigners who invest more than €500,000 in properties. During an event on housing in Dos Hermanas (Seville), Pedro Sánchez explained that the Coun
Moving to Spain? Spanish visa overview

Moving to Spain? Spanish visa overview

Spain is the second most visited country in the world, with over 84 million tourists every year. It’s a beautiful country to visit, or live in. Gorgeous weather, great food, affordable prices, great amenities, and ultra-low taxation in some regions of Spain appeal to foreigners at large.
Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa

Tax advantages of Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa

The new Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) offers unique tax advantages that no other Spanish visa can match. Its main outlier - and what distinguishes from other available visas - is precisely the wide array of tax benefits it offers.