Your Complete Guide to Spanish Residency
Navigate the DNVSpain's Digital Nomad Visa information Learn more process with confidence. From document preparation to TIETarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero - Foreign Identity Card Learn more card collection — we break down every step so you never feel lost in Spanish bureaucracy.
Three Stages to Spanish Residency
The DNVSpain's Digital Nomad Visa information Learn more journey is divided into three main stages. Know where you are and what's coming next.
Pre-UGEUnidad de Grandes Empresas - Large Business Unit handling DNV applications Learn more
Before Your Visa Approval
Gather documents, get apostillesHague Apostille Convention - Document authentication for international use Learn more, apply for SchengenSchengen Area - 27 European countries with no border controls Learn more visa, and prepare for your move to Spain.
- Passport, NBINational Bureau of Investigation - Philippine Police Clearance Learn more/Police Clearance, CAVCertificate of Authentication and Verification - DFA document authentication Learn more
- Client contracts & financial proof
- ApostilleHague Apostille Convention - Document authentication for international use Learn more & Spanish translations
- SchengenSchengen Area - 27 European countries with no border controls Learn more visa & travel booking
During UGEUnidad de Grandes Empresas - Large Business Unit handling DNV applications Learn more
Application Processing
Your application is submitted. Wait 20 working days while exploring Spain and preparing for approval.
- Track application status
- Respond to document requests
- Scout housing & neighborhoods
- Travel SchengenSchengen Area - 27 European countries with no border controls Learn more countries
Post-UGEUnidad de Grandes Empresas - Large Business Unit handling DNV applications Learn more
Building Your Spanish Life
Visa approved! Now build your foundation, get your TIETarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero - Foreign Identity Card Learn more card, and establish your life in Spain.
- Digital certificateFNMT Digital Certificate - Spanish electronic identity for online procedures Learn more & bank account
- Housing & empadronamientoEmpadronamiento - Municipal registration proving your residence address Learn more
- TIETarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero - Foreign Identity Card Learn more fingerprinting & card pickup
- AutónomoAutónomo - Self-employed worker registration in Spain Learn more registration & taxes
Everything You Need to Succeed
Built by digital nomads who've been through the process. We know the pain points and how to avoid them.
Step-by-Step Checklist
Every task broken down with required documents, locations, and pro tips from experienced applicants.
Track Your Progress
Mark tasks complete, add notes, and see your overall progress as you move through each phase.
Document Manager
Upload and organize all your visa documents in one secure place. Never lose track of important papers.
Documents You'll Need
The DNVSpain's Digital Nomad Visa information Learn more process requires several documents. Here's what to prepare before you start.
Passport
Valid 6+ months with blank pages
Police Clearance
NBINational Bureau of Investigation - Philippine Police Clearance Learn more or equivalent, apostilledHague Apostille Convention - Document authentication for international use Learn more
Education Docs
CAVCertificate of Authentication and Verification - DFA document authentication Learn more authenticated diploma
Financial Proof
Bank statements & contracts
Pro Tip: Start Early
Document gathering takes 4-8 weeks. Police clearance, apostilles, and translations all have processing times. Start collecting documents as soon as you decide to apply for the DNVSpain's Digital Nomad Visa - Remote work visa for non-EU nationals Learn more.
Typical DNVSpain's Digital Nomad Visa - Remote work visa for non-EU nationals Learn more Timeline
From document preparation to TIETarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero - Foreign Identity Card Learn more card in hand. Times vary but this gives you a realistic expectation.
Document Prep
Gather, apostille, translate all documents
SchengenSchengen Area - 27 European countries with no border controls Learn more Visa
If required for your nationality
UGEUnidad de Grandes Empresas - Large Business Unit handling DNV applications Learn more Processing
Application review period
Foundation
Bank, housing, empadronamientoEmpadronamiento - Municipal registration proving your residence address Learn more
TIETarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero - Foreign Identity Card Learn more Card
Fingerprints to card pickup
The Master Principle
Once your UGEUnidad de Grandes Empresas - Large Business Unit handling DNV applications Learn more is approved, you're doing three things in parallel:
Activate Legal Residency
TIETarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero - Foreign Identity Card Learn more appointment, fingerprints, card collection
Build Proof of Residency
Address, bank account, empadronamientoEmpadronamiento - Municipal registration proving your residence address Learn more
Unlock Digital Access
Digital certificateFNMT Digital Certificate - Spanish electronic identity for online procedures Learn more, Cl@veCl@ve - Spanish government's digital identity system for online services Learn more, online services
Spain rewards parallel execution, not waiting.
2026 Income Requirements
You'll need to prove sufficient income to support yourself (and family) in Spain.
Main Applicant
€2,879
per month (200% of SMISalario MÃnimo Interprofesional - Spain's minimum wage Learn more)
Each Additional Family Member
+€720
per month (50% of SMISalario MÃnimo Interprofesional - Spain's minimum wage Learn more)
* 2026 values are estimated based on projected SMI increase
Accepted Proof of Income:
- Client contracts (freelancers)
- Employment contract (remote workers)
- Bank statements (6-12 months)
- Invoices and payment records
- Tax returns / income declarations
- Sufficient savings (supplement)
The Complete DNVSpain's Digital Nomad Visa - Remote work visa for non-EU nationals Learn more Journey
From document preparation to full residency. We track every step of your journey.
Document Preparation
Gather and prepare all required documents for your UGE application.
Travel Preparation
Plan your trip to Spain with Schengen visa, flights, and accommodation.
Foundation
Build your Spanish life with bank account, housing, and empadronamiento.
Document Preparation
Gather and prepare all required documents for your UGE application.
Travel Preparation
Plan your trip to Spain with Schengen visa, flights, and accommodation.
Foundation
Build your Spanish life with bank account, housing, and empadronamiento.
Built From Those Who've Been Through It
The sleepless nights. The rejected documents. The surprise additional requirements. Our content is shaped by people who've lived through the entire DNV process — what worked, what didn't, and what they wish they knew from day one.
John Ernest Porras
DNV Approved 2024
"I've been through the confusion, the endless document revisions, and the waiting. Now I help make sure others don't have to figure it out alone."
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Complete Journey Tracker
Pre-UGE, During UGE, and Post-UGE phases
Step-by-Step Guidance
Every task explained with pro tips
Document Manager
Secure storage for all your visa documents
Progress Tracking
See exactly where you are in the process
Family Member Add-on
+$10per dependentEach family member gets their own journey tracking with independent progress for all phases and tasks.
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5 months
Average journey duration
30+ tasks
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$39/mo
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