Yes, you can work as an employee for up to 30 hours a week while you follow the training.
Routes to consider
You cannot work as self-employed. Keep up attendance and progress: renewing training-based settlement depends on showing that you moved on to the second year. Training-based arraigo permit
A point to check carefully
Ask the institution for the official programme name, format, teaching load, dates and enrolment proof. A course advertisement is not immigration confirmation.
Documents to get started
- Full passport and current authorisation, if any.
- Dated evidence of presence and available historical address registration.
- Contracts, family ties, funds or training enrolment depending on the route assessed.
- Timeline of entries, departures, applications and notifications.
How we proceed
- Assessment: confirm the route and competent authority.
- Preparation: collect and review evidence specific to your case.
- Filing: check forms, fees and representation.
- Follow-up: monitor notices and explain the decision and next formalities.
Frequently asked questions
When should I start?
Once you meet the period of stay your route requires: two years for most arraigo routes, with absences of no more than 90 days for social and socio-educational arraigo; family arraigo has no minimum. Before leaving Spain, check how the trip would affect the count.