Understand, in a single guide, the official Spanish name for what is commonly called the “digital nomad visa”, the difference between a visa and a residence permit, the basic logic of the application and how family members are covered.
In English: international teleworker. The official term for the consular route is “Visado de residencia para teletrabajo” (residence visa for teleworking); for the permit route from within Spain it is “Autorización de residencia para teletrabajadores de carácter internacional” (residence permit for international teleworkers).
It is the everyday term for a third-country (non-EU) national who works remotely for companies outside Spain using computer, telematic and telecommunications systems.
No. The national visa issued by a consulate and the residence permit assessed in Spain by the UGE are separate application routes.
It is designed for employees who can do their job remotely and for self-employed professionals; each file is assessed on its own evidence.
The core framework is the international mobility provisions of Ley 14/2013 (Law 14/2013 on support for entrepreneurs and their internationalisation).
Which route applies depends on where the person is, their legal status and the circumstances of the file.
The application for a “residence visa for teleworking” is made through Spain’s competent diplomatic or consular mission. Check the location, appointment process and document list on the mission’s current web page.
Eligible people who are lawfully present in Spain may consider the UGE’s international teleworker residence permit route. Submissions and notifications are handled through the electronic system.
Visa validity, permit duration, place of application and document scope are not the same thing. EspNomad gathers this information separately in the pre-assessment to identify the right route.
The official authorities assess the working relationship, the company, professional qualifications, financial means and security documents together.
The duties are expected to be capable of being carried out remotely using information and communication technologies.
The relationship with the employer or clients abroad and the company’s genuine, ongoing activity must be evidenced.
A relevant degree or professional experience documents accepted by the official authority are reviewed.
The current financial threshold, social security arrangements and health cover are verified for each file.
For a spouse or partner, eligible children and dependent ascendants (parents) who meet the requirements, evidence of identity, relationship, financial means and other matters is prepared separately.
The marriage, or a comparable relationship accepted by the official authority, is documented.
Age, financial dependency and family-unity conditions are reviewed for each file.
The dependency relationship and other relevant conditions are evidenced.
Passports, forms, insurance and other documents are tracked for each family member.
The threshold is tied to the Spanish minimum wage (SMI). SMI 2026: €1,221 × 14 payments = €17,094 a year. The main applicant needs 200%, the first family member +75% and each further member +25%. The check uses gross amounts.
| Application | Monthly (gross, over 12 months) | Yearly (gross) |
|---|---|---|
| Single applicant | €2,849 | €34,188 |
| Applicant + spouse | €3,917 | €47,009 |
| Applicant + spouse + 1 child | €4,274 | €51,282 |
| Applicant + spouse + 2 children | €4,630 | €55,556 |
If you stay in Spain more than 183 days in a calendar year you are usually tax resident in Spain and declare your worldwide income there.
Employment income up to €600,000 is taxed at a flat 24% and above that at 47%; it can apply in the year you move and the following 5 years.
You must not have been tax resident in Spain in the last 5 years and must apply separately to Hacienda (Modelo 149), usually within 6 months of starting your activity in Spain; it is not automatic.
Türkiye and Spain have a double taxation agreement; where tax is paid depends on your personal situation.
Always take tax decisions with a tax adviser; this section is general information.
Türkiye and Spain have a social security agreement. Whether you can stay insured in Türkiye depends on the certificate issued by SGK; without it, registration (alta) in Spain may be needed.
In Spain you usually register as “autónomo” and pay monthly contributions.
With the wrong set-up you may pay in both countries or end up without cover; plan before you apply.
Official Turkish documents (criminal record, diploma, marriage and birth records) are certified with the Hague apostille.
Documents not in Spanish are translated by a sworn translator (traductor jurado) authorised by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Criminal records, bank statements and company letters usually must be under 90 days old; the passport must stay valid. The portal shows the time left for each document.
You must have no criminal record in Spain or in the countries you lived in during the last 5 years; a certificate from each country is required.
The values below are EXAMPLES, not real personal data. Download the current form from the official website; field names may change between versions.
Where it is used: Spanish consulate in Türkiye (consulate route)
| Field | Example value |
|---|---|
| Apellidos / Surname | YILMAZ |
| Nombre / Name | AHMET |
| Fecha de nacimiento | 15/04/1988 |
| Nacionalidad | Turca |
| Número de pasaporte | U12345678 |
| Profesión | Desarrollador de software |
| Empleador | Örnek Teknoloji A.Ş., İstanbul |
| Tipo de visado | Residencia · teletrabajo de carácter internacional |
Common mistakes: Name spelled differently from the passport · Unsigned form · Wrong visa type
Where it is used: Online application to the UGE from inside Spain
| Field | Example value |
|---|---|
| Solicitante | YILMAZ, AHMET · Pasaporte U12345678 |
| Domicilio en España | Calle Ejemplo 10, 3º B, 28001 Madrid |
| Tipo de autorización | Teletrabajador de carácter internacional |
| Empresa | Örnek Teknoloji A.Ş. (Türkiye) |
| Relación | Contrato laboral desde 01/02/2025 |
| Familiares | Cónyuge e hijo (solicitudes vinculadas) |
Common mistakes: Details that do not match the contract dates · Missing address · Family applications not linked
Where it is used: Fee payment for the UGE application
| Field | Example value |
|---|---|
| NIF/NIE o pasaporte | U12345678 |
| Apellidos y nombre | YILMAZ AHMET |
| Domicilio | Calle Ejemplo 10, 28001 Madrid |
| Tasa | Autorización de residencia (line to select) |
| Forma de pago | Bank or online payment |
Common mistakes: Selecting the wrong fee line · Not keeping the payment receipt (justificante)
Where it is used: Residence card application at the police appointment after the decision
| Field | Example value |
|---|---|
| Datos personales | YILMAZ AHMET · NIE Y1234567X |
| Domicilio en España | Address on your padrón |
| Tipo de documento | Tarjeta inicial |
| Tasa 012 | TIE – autorización inicial de residencia |
| Attachments | Passport, photo, decision letter, fee receipt |
Common mistakes: Forgetting the padrón certificate · Wrong photo size · Going without an appointment
Official definition, document lists and frequently asked questions.
UGE source ↗General description of the consular visa and the document framework.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs source ↗Services for applications, adding documents, notifications and case status.
Electronic office ↗The current text of the legal basis for the scheme.
BOE legislation text ↗