Outside Spain, applicants apply for a Digital Nomad Visa through the competent Spanish consulate. This visa is initially valid for one year and is exchanged for a 3-year TIE residence card after entering Spain.
Application place
Spanish consulate of the country of legal residence
Initial validity
1 year visa, then 3-year TIE in Spain
Decision time
Around 10 working days
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Identify the right consulate
You must apply where you are legally resident — not necessarily where you are a citizen.
Gather and translate documents
Apostille foreign documents and obtain sworn Spanish translations before booking the appointment.
Buy compliant health insurance
A private policy with full coverage in Spain, no co-payments and no waiting periods is required.
Book and attend the appointment
Submit the file and biometrics. Decisions are typically issued within ~10 working days.
Enter Spain and apply for TIE
Enter within the visa window, register your address, and apply for the TIE card within 30 days.
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Not sure which scenario fits you? Read the complete Spain Digital Nomad Visa guide first.