A connected world of opportunities
A connected world of opportunities
Visa self-employment in Spain is one of the main pathways for professional non-eu foreigners to settle in the country and develop an independent activity.
The residence and work permit is a permit that authorizes third-country nationals to reside in Spain while carrying out an economic activity independently. Unlike the visa entrepreneur (Law 14/2013), which requires an innovative project, with the impact of technological or economic, the permission for the self-employed is designed for professional activities viable, even though they are not innovative.
Graphic designers, programmers, consultants, marketing or translators who provide services to clients both Spanish and foreign.
Opening a coffee shop, restaurant, retail, or professional workshop.
Lawyers, architects, advisors or private physicians who wish to establish a firm or query in Spain.
People looking to open businesses or become self-employed economic activities established on the local market.
You have enough funds to cover the initial investment and the maintenance staff and family.
Valid in Spain.
Also must have no criminal record in the country of previous residence.
In the case of regulated professions (lawyers, doctors, architects), it is necessary to prove the enabling appropriate.
- Main applicant: at least 100% of the IPREM annual current.
- Family companions: additional income proportional, normally between 50% and 75% of the IPREM for each member.
(Example 2025: with an IPREM approximately €600/month, would be 7.200 € per year for the applicant and 3,600–4,500 to € additional family member).
- Application form (model EX–07).
- Complete passport and in force.
- Certificate of criminal record.
- Private medical insurance with coverage in Spain.
- Justification of economic resources and business plan.
- Academic qualifications, work experience, and a registered professional in your case.
- Contracts of lease or ownership of the premises, if the activity requires it.
- Municipal license or authorizations.
From restaurants and shops to professions such as law, architecture, design, or private medicine.
Reference of the 100% of the IPREM to the applicant and 50-75% for each family member.
1 year, renewable for periods of 2 years.
Yes, through family reunification.
Autonomous focuses on feasibility; entrepreneur in innovation and technological potential.
Request your consultation and get a legal assessment clear from the first moment.