Digital Nomad in Spain: residence requirements for remote workers

Q: Who can get Digital Nomad in Spain?

A third-country adult who works remotely for companies outside Spain has a diploma or three years of experience, confirms that the company has a relationship with it for at least three months and that the income is not below the threshold [1][2].

Q: How much do you have to make for DNV in 2026?

The complainant and one family member confirm 3,917 I per month [2].

Q: How long is the digital nomad's visa issued?

The visa is valid for up to one year, and the permit is issued from Spain for up to three years, an extension of two years, and a shorter period is possible if the job is shorter or you yourself have requested less [1].

Q: Can you apply for a DNV while in Spain?

Yes, if you are in Spain legally, for example by means of a visa-free entry, the application is submitted electronically to UGE, it is decided in 20 days. If you have filed, the status of stay is extended until the decision [1].

Q: Can you work for Spanish customers on DNV?

A person who is employed cannot be employed, but only works for a company outside Spain. A self-employed person may, if Spanish customers make up no more than 20% of all professional activities and relations with a foreign company are maintained [1].

Q: What changes will occur in 2026 for DNV?

The decision of July 2026 concerning the Tribunal Supermo is about Reglamento (RD 1155/2024) and not Ley 14/2013, which is the DNV. For your case, check the threshold for the delivery day [1][3].

Short

DNV is a permit under articles 74 bis - 74 quinquies Ley 14/2013: Remote work for companies outside Spain exclusively via Internet and telecommunications [1].
Who is suitable: third-country citizen with a diploma or three years of experience; company at least one year; employment or business relationship with the company not less than three months [1][2].
Income: at least 20% SMI, that's 2,849 I per month (34,188 I per year) gross per claimant. 75% SMI added to the family for the first family member and 25% for each of the following: [2][3].
Path: a consulate visa for up to one year, then a permit for up to three years, or a valid UGE application from Spain. UGE decides in 20 days, silence means consent. [1][2].
Seguriidad Socially Mandatory: Employee works through foreign employer in the Spanish system or by document from the country of origin self-employed through RETA [2][3].

What is Digital Nomad in Spain and who can serve

Digital Nomad (DNV) in Spanish law is called "teletrabajo de carácter international": international telework. Article 74 bis Ley 14/2013 defines this as the right of a third-country citizen to live in Spain and to work or work remotely for companies outside the country, using exclusively computer, telematic and telecommunications means. [1].

Any citizen of a third country who is an adult can give, but the EU does not do so. The law separates two models: a worker (you are a hired employee) and a professional (you are self-employed and are under civil law contracts). A hired employee can only work for a company outside Spain. A self-employed person may have Spanish clients but not more than 20% of the total professional activity. [1]III. Models selection: DNV for a hired staff member and DNV for freelancer.

Work should not require presence: UGE specifies that functions should not require manual production management, staff control or exit sales [2]If your company is moving you to a Spanish branch or the conditions are consistent with an intra-corporate translation, it is another category, ICT: ICT visa to Spain.

DNV Conditions: What to Show

Condition	What to Show	Basis
Qualification	Diploma from university, professional college or business school or experience from three years in similar functions	Art. 74 bis, para. 2 [1]
Real company	Real and continuous activities of a company or group for at least one year (extract from the register)	Art. 74 ter (a) [1]
Duration	Labour or business relations with the company are at least three months before delivery	Art. 74 ter (c), (d) [1]
Remote work	Letter from employer to work remotely or under contract	Art. 74 ter (b) [1]
Income	I am 2,849 per month gross per claimant	Art. 62.3 (f) and instruction [2]
Insurance	Public through Seguridad Social or private without copago and carencias	Art. 62.3 (e) [1][2]
Ancestors	Certificate of residence and application for the last two years	Art. 62.3 (c) [1][2]
Sent.	73.26 I am in favour of the application of the title applicant and each family member	Modelo 790 038 [2]

For regulated professions (doctor, lawyer, architect) you need a homologation of a diploma or a notarized statement that you will not be a profession in Spain [2]If a diploma is not available, experience confirms the working history and employer letters with dates and functions [2]More detailed: Do you need a DNV diploma?

How much do you earn for DNV and how to count on family

The income threshold is set by the agency ’s instruction and is tied to SMI. For one applicant, this is 20% SMI: 2,849 a month, 34,188 a year before retention. [2][3]The amount is supported by a bill of account or accounts three months before the submission and bank statement to the claimant, where the payments are made separately. If the earnings are below the threshold, the difference can be closed by savings for the duration of the permit. [2].

The family is subject to a scale: the first member of the family is 75 per cent SMI (1,068 a month), each 25 per cent SMI (356 a month), and the applicant with one family member must confirm 3,917 a month. [2]Detailed calculation and review of the various options: How to count income for DNVThe income of a family of three. When the threshold rises, the entire amount changes, not a part of it, so lay the reserve.

How to get a DNV: step order

The law allows two ways, if you're not in Spain, you apply for a visa at the consulate. If you're already legally in Spain, you apply for a permit at UGE directly. [1].

Check the terms. Diploma or experience, age of company, duration of relationship, income threshold, family status.
Close Segurid Social. For a hired employer, you register in the Spanish system or you get certificado from the country of origin, you need an alta obligation in RETA for self-employed persons. This must be done before you can submit: Digital Nomad and Seguridad Social [2].
Get the papers. Form of application, passport, company letter, diploma or seniority, income confirmation, insurance, transfer and apostille criminal record, duty receipt [2].
Give it to me. From the country of residence in the consulate, at the same time as NIE, the consulate in Moscow accepts the documents on the record [4]From Spain to UGE electronically with digital certificate [1][2]Details: Documents for DNV at the Consulate in Moscow, delivery from Spain.
Get a solution. UGE decides 20 days from electronic application, in silence, the permit is deemed to be granted. 10 working days are granted on a visa, but the visa code is valid for visas with central services advice. [1].
Put TIE on. If the permit is valid for more than six months, you must apply for a card. [1].

How many DNVs operate and how they are extended

The DNV visa from the consulate is valid for no more than a year if the job is shorter. 60 days before the visa is terminated, you can apply for permission. [1]The authorization shall be granted for up to three years, unless requested less, and shall be extended for two years, subject to the conditions which have given rise to it. [1]If you change employers, customers or conditions, you must inform UGE within 30 days and if the conditions are not met, the permit may be terminated [1]Detailed: How many years DNVs are issued, extension after three years.

Family, taxes, and insurance: What to decide at once

Family. The couple, children and dependants serve with you or later. [2]. Family and DNV.

Taxes. The Spanish tax residence is not subject to a visa but is determined by 183 days and the centre of economic interests. Digital Nomad TaxesBeckham's Law.

Insurance. If you have not been included in the Seguridad Social, UGE accepts public insurance in the country of origin or private policy without copago and carencias. [2]Criteria: DNV insurance.

Typical Errors in DNV Preparation

Confirm net income. UGE estimates gross amounts before taxes and contributions [2].
Start with a visa without a Seguridad Social plan. The consulate in Moscow requests confirmation of the company's registration application and your membership. [4].
To serve with a recent company. The company needs a year of real activity, and your relationship with you takes three months. [1].
Work until the decision to "test mode" is made on no lucrativa. UGE doesn't accept such a long time [2].
Wait for tax discounts. The permit does not include an automatic tax treatment.
Not to make an apostille for questioning. Criminal record certificates from Russia, Belarus, Armenia and Uzbekistan are accepted by the consulate in Moscow only with apostille, and must be ordered in advance [4].

When Individual Review Is Needed

A breakup is needed if you are the owner of the company you work with, if your work is not obviously remote, if the employer has no desire to register with Seguridd Social, if you are a freelancer with Spanish clients, if there are several adults in the family or if there is a need for a change of foundation.

What can we help you with?

The NEXO team in Barcelona checks your DNV situation, plans Seguridad Social and delivery procedures, prepares documents, letters and translations, accompanying the delivery, response to requerimiento and extension. First 30 minutes freeIII. Format of the service: Digital Nomadrouting list DNVgeneral order: Residence permit in Barcelona.

Frequent issues

Who can get Digital Nomad in Spain?

A third-year-old citizen who works remotely for companies outside Spain has a diploma or three years of experience, confirms that the company has a relationship with it for at least three months and that income is not below the threshold. [1][2].

How much do you have to make for DNV in 2026?

The complainant and one family member confirm 3,917 per month for the family. [2].

How long is the digital nomad's visa issued?

The visa from the consulate is valid for up to one year, and the permit from Spain is issued for up to three years, an extension of two years, less time is possible if the job is shorter or you yourself have requested less. [1].

Can you apply for a DNV while in Spain?

Yes, if you are in Spain legally, for example by visa-free entry, the application is submitted electronically to UGE, it is decided in 20 days. If you apply, the status of stay is extended until the decision is taken. [1].

Do you need to be registered with Segurid Social for DNV?

The employee works through the registration of a foreign employer in the Spanish system or by document from the country of origin, the self-employed becomes autono in RETA. [2].

Can you work for Spanish customers on DNV?

You can't hire a hired man, he works only for a company outside Spain, and a self-employed person can, if Spanish customers make up 20% of all professional activities and relations with a foreign company are maintained. [1].

What changes will occur in 2026 for DNV?

The decision of the Tribunal Supermo of July 2026 is about Reglamento (RD 1155/2024) and not Ley 14/2013, which is DNV. For your case, check the threshold on the delivery day. [1][3].

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