Spanish residence and citizenship, explained honestly
The Spanish Golden Visa ended in April 2025, but Spain still has clear routes for people with passive income, remote workers, entrepreneurs and specialists. This guide compares them with real figures, tax rules and sources for every fact, and shows the road to a Spanish passport.
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Spanish Residence in 2026: Non-Lucrative Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, Work Routes, the Beckham Law and Citizenship. The Complete Guide
Every main way to live in Spain in 2026 after the end of the Golden Visa: the non-lucrative visa on €2,400 a month, the digital nomad visa on €2,849 a month, entrepreneur and highly qualified permits, the Beckham law, long-term residence after 5 years and citizenship after 10 or 2.
Spain Non-Lucrative Visa in 2026: €2,400 a Month, Health Insurance, 183 Days and Renewal
How the Spanish non-lucrative residence visa works in 2026: €2,400 a month (€28,800 a year) for the applicant and €600 for each family member, full health insurance, no work in Spain, a 1-year permit renewed for 2 years and the 183-day rule.
Spain Digital Nomad Visa in 2026: €2,849 a Month, the 20% Rule, a 3-Year Permit and the Beckham Law
How the Spanish international telework visa works in 2026: income of 200% of the minimum wage (about €2,849 a month), 3 months with your employer, a degree or 3 years of experience, up to 20% Spanish clients, a 1-year visa or a permit for up to 3 years, family and taxes.
Spain After the Golden Visa: What Ended in April 2025, and the Entrepreneur, Highly Qualified and Arraigo Routes
What the end of the Spanish Golden Visa on 3 April 2025 means for new and existing investors, and which routes remain in 2026: the entrepreneur permit with an ENISA report, the highly qualified professional permit from €41,356.36 a year, the EU Blue Card and arraigo.
Spanish Taxes for New Residents in 2026: the Beckham Law at 24%, the 183-Day Rule, Wealth Tax and Model 720
How taxes work after a move to Spain in 2026: tax residency after 183 days, progressive income tax, savings income from 19% to 30%, the Beckham law with 24% up to €600,000 for six years, wealth and solidarity tax and reporting of foreign assets.
Spanish Permanent Residence and Citizenship in 2026: Long-Term Residence After 5 Years, a Passport After 10 or 2
How to move from a temporary permit to Spanish long-term residence after 5 years and to citizenship after 10 years, or 2 years for Ibero-American countries, Andorra, the Philippines, Equatorial Guinea and Portugal: absences, DELE A2 and CCSE exams, dual citizenship and timelines.
The main routes at a glance
| First permit | Entry point | Work in Spain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-lucrative visa | 1 year, then 2 | €28,800 a year for one person | no |
| Digital nomad visa | up to 3 years | about €2,849 a month | remote only |
| Entrepreneur | 3 years | ENISA report on the project | own business |
| Long-term residence | 5 years, renewable | 5 years of legal residence | yes |
| Citizenship | for life | 10 years, or 2 for Ibero-Americans | yes |
Compiled from Royal Decree 1155/2024, the Embassy of Spain, Organic Law 1/2025 and the BRIDGES Spain page, checked 3 November 2026. See the complete guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Spanish Golden Visa still open?
No. It ended on 3 April 2025. Buying property no longer gives residence in Spain.
How much does Spanish residence cost?
No investment is required. The non-lucrative visa needs €2,400 a month for one person, and the nomad visa about €2,849 a month of remote income.
Can I bring my family?
Yes. Spouses, children and, under conditions, dependent parents can join the main applicant.
What about taxes?
Residents pay Spanish tax on worldwide income. New residents who move for work can use the Beckham law at 24%.
When can I get citizenship?
After 10 years of legal residence, or 2 years for nationals of Ibero-American countries, with DELE A2 and CCSE exams.