Spain
Non-Lucrative and Entrepreneur residence
- What it grants
- Renewable residence permit
- Typical processing
- Usually a few months from the consular application
- Qualifying route
- Proof of passive income and savings (Non-Lucrative), or an approved business project (Entrepreneur)
Spain remains one of Europe’s most sought-after places to live. Since its Golden Visa closed in 2025, families settle through the Non-Lucrative residence for independent means, or the Entrepreneur route for those building a business.
Highlights
- Live in Spain with your family
- Buy property freely alongside your residence
- Travel within the Schengen Area
Tax at a glance
- Special “Beckham” regime: a 24% flat rate on Spanish income up to €600,000 for six years for qualifying new residents
- Under that regime, most foreign income is not taxed in Spain
Before you decideSpain’s Golden Visa closed to new applicants in April 2025. The Beckham regime is available to those relocating for qualifying work or business, not to passive residents.
- Eligibility and source-of-funds assessment
- Programme comparison and recommendation
- Document preparation, translation and legalisation
- Application filing and liaison with authorities
- Biometrics and appointment coordination
- Renewals and permanent residence applications
- Introductions to tax advisers, banks and schools
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