Spanish Residence Permit for Entrepreneurs
Since 2013, Spain has been actively attracting new entrepreneurs, notably with the enactment of a law in December 2022 that created a legal foundation and support for innovative businesses. This move has made the country even more attractive for startups, offering a startup visa that provides long-term residence and work for foreigners with business ideas. The visa allows stays from one to five years, covering not only the entrepreneur but also their family, and paves the way to citizenship. Key requirements include being of legal age, having a valid passport, no criminal record, possessing medical insurance, and adequate financial resources.
The advantages of the startup visa include the ability to legally reside and work in Spain, access to a path to citizenship, only requiring a business plan, no upper age limit, and a transparent application process. The visa also does not require investment in real estate or shares and can lead to citizenship even if the business is unsuccessful.
The application process includes submitting documents, among which are a business plan that demonstrates financial capability and presents an idea that contributes to the economic development of Spain. After approval, obtaining the visa takes just 2-3 months, granting the right to live and work in the country, making Spain's startup visa program especially attractive for innovative entrepreneurs.
ARTSOFT CONSULTING provides consulting services for the relocation of entrepreneurs and highly skilled professionals to Spain.
The company's services are focused on consultations, document preparation, and support until obtaining a residence permit, based on two government programs of the Kingdom of Spain:
The application process includes submitting documents, among which are a business plan that demonstrates financial capability and presents an idea that contributes to the economic development of Spain. After approval, obtaining the visa takes just 2-3 months, granting the right to live and work in the country, making Spain's startup visa program especially attractive for innovative entrepreneurs.
ARTSOFT CONSULTING provides consulting services for the relocation of entrepreneurs and highly skilled professionals to Spain.
The company's services are focused on consultations, document preparation, and support until obtaining a residence permit, based on two government programs of the Kingdom of Spain:
Residence permit for individuals planning to open innovative businesses in Spain.
Applicant Requirements:
Have a detailed business plan meeting the requirements of ENISA (Spanish Ministry of Economy).
Ability to travel to Spain to submit the application.
Sufficient funds in a bank account, calculated for 2024 as follows: 31,752 euros for the main applicant, 43,659 euros for a family of two, 47,628 euros for a family of three, 51,597 euros for a family of four, plus an additional 3,969 euros for each additional family member.
No criminal record.
Opportunities provided by this type of Spanish residence permit:
You can travel to any EU country without a visa.
This residence permit is granted for 3 years.
You have the right to move to Spain with your spouse, children under 18 years old, and in some cases, elderly parents.
The duration of stay under this type of residence will be considered if you wish to apply for permanent residency after five years in Spain, and subsequently citizenship.
This type of residence permit can be renewed upon expiration.
You and your family members will have the right to work in Spain. Even if you cannot develop the business as planned, you have the right to stay in Spain and seek employment with full work rights.
Under new regulations, the time of absence from the country is not limited (previously, absence from Spain for more than six months would result in the cancellation of the residence permit).
Required Documents:
International passport
Schengen visa / Schengen residence permit
Insurance from a Spanish insurance company
Certificate of no criminal record with an apostille and a judicial translation into Spanish
Business plan meeting the requirements of competent Spanish authorities
Bank statement showing the required amount for this program
Offered Services:
Consulting at the stage of choosing a residence permit program
Birth certificate of children, marriage registration certificate (if family members are involved in the application) with an apostille and judicial translation into Spanish
Preparation of the residence permit applicant's form
Consulting on the collection of necessary documents and their translation
Preparation of the business plan and all necessary attachments, verification of document packages
Filling out the electronic form on the website of competent authorities in Spain, submitting the application using a digital certificate, tracking the status of the application, preparing responses to follow-up inquiries if they arise.
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