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Kickstart your career in Spain on solid legal footing. We guide you through every step of securing your Spain work visa, ensuring you meet all legal criteria.
Spain Work Visa Legal Services | Lexidy
Kickstart your career in Spain on solid legal footing. We guide you through every step of securing your Spain work visa, ensuring you meet all legal criteria.
What is a Work Visa in Spain?
A work visa in Spain, more formally known as a residence and work permit, is essential for non-EU/EEA nationals who plan to live and work in the country. There are two main types of work permits to consider, depending on your qualifications and the nature of the job you intend to undertake.
The Highly-Qualified Residence Permit is designed for individuals taking up senior or highly specialized roles that require advanced qualifications and expertise. This permit streamlines the process for those recognized as bringing significant value to the Spanish economy or its labor market.
The Regular Work Permit is available for other types of employment, suitable for individuals who have secured a job with a Spanish company and need authorization to start working and living in Spain. Each permit type has specific eligibility criteria and application procedures, tailored to fit the needs of different professional scenarios.
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Spain Work Permit Visa Requirements
1. Highly Qualified Professional Permit Requirements
- Professional Qualifications: Applicants must typically possess a higher education degree or a comparable qualification, relevant to their field of work, or at least be able to prove the expertise in said field and role for at least 3 years.
- Job Offer: A valid job offer from a Spanish company that meets certain salary thresholds, which are usually higher than average to reflect the high qualification level required.
- Contract Duration: The employment contract must be for a minimum period that supports the duration of the stay requested.
- Clean Criminal Record: A clean criminal record from the applicant’s home country and any other countries where they have resided during the past few years.
- Economic Means: Evidence that the applicant has sufficient economic means to support themselves (and any dependents) during their stay in Spain.
2. Regular Work Permit Requirements
- Job Offer: A confirmed job offer from a Spanish employer who has obtained prior authorization to hire a non-EU national.
- Position Necessity: Obtain proof from labour authorities that no other resident can cover that position.
- Contract: A work contract that guarantees activity for a number of hours per week that equates to or exceeds the Spanish minimum wage.
- Professional Qualifications or Experience: Depending on the job, relevant qualifications or professional experience may be necessary.
- Clean Criminal Record: Applicants must provide a criminal record certificate that proves they have no criminal history in any of the countries they’ve lived in for the last five years.
- Economic Means: Proof of sufficient financial resources to cover personal and family expenses while in Spain.
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How can a lawyer help with a Spain Work Permit?
Embark on your Spanish work journey with a team that not only understands the legal landscape but also cares deeply about your success. Let us take the wheel in navigating the complexities of your work visa application. Here’s how our team can support your application:
Precision Document
We meticulously review and prepare your documents, ensuring every form is flawless and every box is ticked.
Streamlined Submission
We manage the online application with precision, submitting your application without hitches and monitoring its progress.
Strategic Advice
We tailor our approach to fit your specific scenario, selecting the work permit that best suits your professional aspirations and personal circumstances.
Constant Connectivity
Reach out anytime—expect comprehensive answers and crucial updates within 24 hours. We keep the lines open so you never feel in the dark.
Beyond the Basics
After approval, we guide you through obtaining your foreign ID card, collaborating with sworn translators to help ensure every step conforms to Spanish legal standards.
Our dedicated lawyers are here every step of the way, from paperwork to policy, ensuring your path to a Spanish work visa is as smooth as it is successful.
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Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
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Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
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Begin Your Journey
Your dedicated lawyer will guide you through every step, handling all legalities as you confidently move forward.
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Your dedicated lawyer will guide you through every step, handling all legalities as you confidently move forward.
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between a Highly Qualified Professional permit and a Regular Work Permit?
The Highly Qualified Professional permit is designed for roles requiring specific expertise or qualifications and significant experience, often linked to strategic interests of the Spanish economy. These positions also demand a minimum salary that reflects the high level of expertise required. This permit is granted for 3 years instead of 1. You can add any family members depending on them from the start and the adults will also obtain a work permit. You can also apply for it from Spain.
In contrast, the Regular Work Permit is broader and applies to various employment opportunities without these specific qualifications or salary requirements.
2. Can you change employers in Spain on a work permit?
Yes, if you have a Regular Work Permit, you can change employers without any significant restrictions. However, if you hold a Highly Qualified Professional permit, changing employers involves reapplying for the same permit with your new employer or changing to a Regular Work Permit.
3. Do EU citizens need a work permit to work in Spain?
EU citizens do not require a separate work permit in Spain. They can work by simply registering as a resident in Spain, which provides them the right to live and work without additional permits.
4. How can I renew my residence permit?
To renew a residence permit under the general scheme, you need to demonstrate continued employment or eligibility for unemployment benefits by showing that you have worked for at least six months. For Highly Qualified Professionals, renewal requires proof of ongoing employment with the same company that sponsored the original permit.
5. What happens if I am fired or leave my job?
If you are under the general scheme and lose your job, you must find another job or switch to another type of residence permit. For Highly Qualified Professionals, you are required to inform your union within 30 days of being discharged from social security to address the change in your employment status.