Spain Bridge (F&K MASTER S.L.) is a private immigration and tax consultancy. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the Spanish government or any government authority. Government fees are paid separately to the relevant authorities, which make all final decisions.
Non-Profit Residency Permit for Spain
Non-Lucrative Visa quick overview
Your initial permit runs for one year. Then you can extend it twice for 2 years.
Your spouse or partner, children under 18 and adult children with a disability who depend on you can be included.
Apply after 10 years of legal residency.
For those who have a stable pension or passive income.
The Non-Lucrative Visa is open to anyone who can demonstrate their passive income. That includes:
The Non-Lucrative Visa is open to anyone who can demonstrate their passive income. That includes:
Documents and requirements to apply for a Non-Lucrative Visa
Non-Lucrative vs Digital Nomad Visa
| Non-Lucrative Visa | Digital Nomad Visa | |
|---|---|---|
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Who it's for
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Retirees, investors, people with passive income | Remote workers and freelancers |
| Can I work? | No | Yes, for non-Spanish employers |
| Minimum income | €28,800/year in savings or passive income (single applicant) | €2,849/month from remote work |
| Initial permit | 1 year | 1-year visa from a consulate, or a 3-year permit if you apply in Spain |
| Renewal | 2 years, then 2 years | 2 years |
| Time in Spain | More than 183 days per calendar year to renew | No fixed minimum, but you must actually live in Spain |
| Family included | Spouse or partner, children under 18, dependent adult children with a disability | Spouse or partner, children (minors or dependent adults), dependent parents |
| Path to PR | 5 years | 5 years |
| Processing time | Consulate timing varies; the immigration office decides within 1 month of receiving the file | Consulate: 10 working days; in Spain: 20 working days |
| Where you apply | Spanish consulate in your home country | Spanish consulate or from within Spain |
The journey we will take together
- Day 1: we analyse your situation and develop a personalised relocation strategy. By the end of the call, you'll know exactly which documents you need and what type of passive income you can show.
- Day 2: we sign the service agreement and start working. Once payment has been made, we create a personal chat in your preferred messaging app so we can communicate directly.
- 2+ weeks: we get all necessary documents, order certified translations into Spanish and complete the application forms. The timeframe depends on which documents you already have.
- 1 day: parallel to the collection of documents, we advise you on how to book your consulate appointment and what to prepare for submission day.
- Weeks to a few months: you file your complete application at the consulate. The immigration office in Spain decides on the residence authorisation within one month of receiving the file from the consulate. If the authorities request additional information, we advise you on what's needed and prepare all supporting documents.
- 1 week: once approved, you receive a Type D visa, your entry visa for Spain. You fly in and we guide you through the steps after your approval, starting with the TIE card.
- Within 1 month of entry: you must apply in person for your TIE. We walk you through your fingerprint appointment at the police station and what to expect on the day; the plastic card is usually ready a few weeks later.
How others did it
You did everything for me
I have already thanked you, but let me leave another review. Getting a non-lucrative visa through you was the best decision! You did everything for me, explained everything, showed me everything, and I was left with the most pleasant impressions! If I decide to extend…
Digital nomad residence permit — approved March 25, 2026
March 2, 2026 – submissionMarch 25, 2026 – approval Anna wanted to relocate to Spain to be in the same time zone with her European clients. The primary task was coordinating documents from both the USA and Europe. We assisted her in collecting all the…
Digital nomad residence permit — approved March 13, 2026
February 17, 2026 – submissionMarch 13, 2026 – approval James, a Senior QA Engineer based in London, wanted to relocate to Spain. Since he operates as an IE, the strategy was standard. The main challenge for British freelancers is transitioning from the British tax system…
Digital nomad residence permit — approved February 24, 2026
January 26, 2026 – submissionFebruary 18, 2026 – additional requestFebruary 24, 2026 – approval Edward and his wife wanted to live in Spain for a while. Their primary motivation was to provide a warmer climate and a better outdoor lifestyle for their young child. The…
We received our residence permit for 3 years!
We applied as digital nomads in Spain with the help of Spain Bridge. Throughout the entire process, the team helped and guided us with the paperwork, thanks to which everything went smoothly and without any additional requests. The result: we received our residence permit for…
Even with my natural fussiness and anxiety, we always feel calm with you
Larisa, we want to say a huge thank you for your professional approach to your work and your kind attitude towards us (which is rare these days). This isn't the first time you've helped us, and everything always goes smoothly when buying and selling real…
NON-LUCRATIVE VISA PRICELIST
Pro Plan
Cost per main applicant
Cost for each family member
- Personalized document checklist tailored to your specific case
- Online consultations on the document collection process
- Document review by our Immigration Lawyer
- Standard Spanish translations
- Coordination and management of sworn translations
- Completion of all application forms and declarations for the applicant
- Case status monitoring
- Handling of additional information requests or basic appeals
- TIE (residency card) assistance: appointment booking and completion of forms
- In-person accompaniment in Spain (up to 4 visits)
- Access to our network of verified relocation partners in Spain
Spain Bridge (F&K MASTER S.L.) is a private immigration and tax consultancy. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the Spanish government or any government authority. Government fees are paid separately to the relevant authorities, which make all final decisions.
FAQ
- €28,800 – single applicant
- €36,000 – 2 people
- €43,200 – 3 people
- €50,400 – 4 people
- €57,600 – 5 people