As a professional, up to 20 % of your activity can be for Spanish clients; as an employee, you can only work for companies outside Spain.
Routes to consider
That margin does not allow you to accept an employment contract with a Spanish company. Keep invoices showing the split between Spanish and foreign clients: it will be checked on renewal. Digital nomad residence permit
A point to check carefully
Obtain the contract and an accurate description of duties, hours and work location. Check any change of employer or contractual relationship against the specific authorisation.
Documents to get started
- Full passport and current authorisation, if any.
- Contracts and evidence of the foreign employer’s or clients’ activity.
- Remote-work permission, income evidence and social security coverage.
- 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?
Before buying tickets or your authorisation expires. If you received a notice, provide its receipt date too: it may determine the response deadline.