“YOUR LAWYERS IN SPAIN”
OFFICE IN MIAMI
Foreign Legal Consultant – 1110 Brickell Avenue, Suite 810, FL-Miami 33131
Telephone: (+1) 786 870 4921
NON-LUCRATIVE VISA IN SPAIN
The ideal visa for moving to Spain for retirement or just living in Spain without working
The Non-Lucrative (or non-working) Visa in Spain (NLV) is the most commonly applied for option for Non-EU citizens from the US. Being restricted to the 90 in 180 days rule, if you are seeking a longer stay in Spain, it allows residency in Spain for a year without the ability to work, as long as you fulfill its requirements.
José-Luis Campillo
CEO & Senior Partner of JLCA & As
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM THE NON LUCRATIVE VISA?
This can apply to various situations depending on your personal circumstances:
- If you are looking to retire to the Sun and the relaxed Spanish LifeStyle.
- If you have sufficient passive income to live in Spain without working.
- As a “stepping stone” for those looking to live here initially with a view to later applying for a different visa type, such as the Work Visa.
- A year in Spain allowing you to “test the water” and see how living in Spain works for you.
The initial visa is granted for 1 year, renewals then made from Spain which will be for 2 years, and again 2 years before reaching long term resident status which is renewed every five years.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF THE NON LUCRATIVE VISA?
Family
Other members of the family (spouse/civil registered partner, and dependent children or parents) can also apply with you, meaning that you all become resident and move to Spain together.
Health Care
You will require Private Health Insurance. We can assist you in sourcing an appropriate policy. We will introduce you to reputable Spanish Health Insurance companies if needed. You can access the best Spanish Private Hospitals paying a very reasonable premium compared to the US.
Low investment
The funds that you need to show for the Visa is not retained or frozen. You can freely access and use this money after the Visa has been approved.
Travel
Gain the freedom of the Schengen Area, whilst maintaining your minimum requirement of 183 days in Spain.
Spanish Nationality
If you live in USA, but you have Cuban, Puerto Rican or Latinamerican nationality, after living in Spain for 2 years (just requiring 183 days per year), you can apply for Spanish Nationality as per your rights by historical roots; much quicker than other countries that would need to live in Spain for 10 years.
Lifestyle
Enjoy the quality of life offered in Spain by the warmer climate, explore the Spanish culture and more relaxed lifestyle, the cuisine and lower cost of living.
WHAT DO I NEED TO APPLY FOR THE NON LUCRATIVE VISA?
The basis of the NLV will be presenting the required documents at the Spanish Consulate in the US to include:
- Sufficient funds to cover the financial means. (The amounts are based on IPREM in Spain at the time of your application. In 2024 the minimum annual amount required was set at approximately $31.200 for the applicant, and a further $7.800 for each family member thereafter)
- Criminal History record
- Medical certificate
- Sufficient Health insurance
There can be additional documents required depending on the applicant and family members, and some documents are time sensitive, requiring legalization and sworn translation.
WHY CHOOSE JLCA & AS.-LAWYERS FOR YOUR NON-LUCRATIVE VISA IN SPAIN?
Miami Office
From which we are able to step you through each part of your application from the start of the Visa through to obtaining your Residency Card in Spain. There are documents that must be obtained from the US for your application and are required in a specific format; being ourselves based in the US offers the advantage of us being able to provide “local” advice. We can attend to you in Spanish or English as you prefer.
Peace of mind
Our dedicated Team from the US and Spain, will be on hand throughout, guiding you through the documentation needed. We will arrange the notarization (we offer US Notary services from our Miami Office) legalization and translation of those required documents for you, help secure your Consulate appointment and will continue working with you in Spain to obtain the Residency card after the Visa – to alleviate the concerns during the process and providing peace of mind and confidence that everything is in hand at all times.
Guidance in Spain and the US
Being based in both Spain and the US we offer “local” expertise and experience in both countries; we can help you every step of the way, irrespective of the stage of your residency application, whether in Spain or the US. Additionally, you will have the confidence that once you are settled in your new life in Spain, we can continue to provide guidance and support for all your legal matters in Spain.
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
FIRST STAGE – Obtaining your Visa for Spain
- Consultation to discuss your specification situation and timings.
- Detailed checklist of the documentation you will need for the application.
- Some documentation will require legalization and translation - and are time sensitive – we will make these arrangements for you from our Miami office.
- Completion of the Consular forms and preparation for the fee payments for your appointment.
- Help in arranging your appointment and review of your documentation before your application is submitted.
Following your appointment our lawyer will monitor progress, and should anything additional be required, ensure that we arrange with you in a timely manner to expedite your application for Spain.
On approval, you will receive the Visa in your passport.
OUR SERVICES ON ENGAGEMENT ALSO INCLUDE:
Second Stage – Obtaining your Residency card (TIE)
- Once you are in Spain following the visa we will arrange your registration at the local Townhall where you will be living (whether this being a property you own, or other pre-arranged accommodation)
- We will arrange the appointment at a regional Foreigners Office (Oficina de Extranjería) or National Police Station, which you will attend with prior prepared documents, and fees, and provide your fingerprints.
- On completion of these required steps, we arrange an appointment for you to collect the Residency (TIE) card, completing your Residency process.
OTHER OFFICES
In addition to our Miami office facilitating our American and US based clients, we also provide our legal services via offices based in various global location.
Office España (Alicante)
(+34) 966 698 796
Office España (Madrid)
(+34) 911 68 04 02
Office UK (London)
(+44) 20 7190 9911
Office USA (Miami)
(+1) 786 870 4921
Foreign Legal Consultant
Office Colombia (Bogotá)
(+57) 601 5140378
Our local offices allow us to provide efficient personalized attention tailored to each client and their circumstances, wherever they are based.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact us today to explore how we can assist you in obtaining your Non-Lucrative Visa for Spain and begin your adventure in this culturally rich and enchanting country.
We invite you to contact us to help you achieve your goal of moving to Spain, free of charge and without obligation:
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