Processing Time
20 days
Application decisions typically within 20 working days, though the full process—including obtaining an ENISA certificate and TIE—may take 6–12 weeks in practice
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Highly Skilled WorkersApplication decisions typically within 20 working days, though the full process—including obtaining an ENISA certificate and TIE—may take 6–12 weeks in practice
There is no fixed income requirement. Applicants must simply demonstrate sufficient financial means to support themselves (and family, if applicable).
Valid for up to 3 years, renewable for an additional 2 years—with the possibility of transitioning to permanent residence thereafter.
Eligibility for Spanish citizenship after 10 years of residence.
Unlocks residency without a specific minimum investment threshold.
At Roots, we take care of the bureaucracy so you can focus on the move. Our experienced legal team takes ownership from start to finish, ensuring your application is accurate, complete, and fully aligned with consulate requirements. We make the complex simple - so you can focus on your next chapter, not the paperwork.
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Show sufficient personal funds to support yourself and any dependents during your stay in Spain—usually by providing recent bank statements. There is no fixed minimum investment, but you must prove financial stability.
Submit an innovative, scalable business plan to ENISA or another approved Spanish body. The project must demonstrate potential for economic impact, job creation, or technological advancement in Spain.
Obtain private health insurance from a provider authorised in Spain, offering full coverage without co-payments for at least the first year of your residence.
Submit a police clearance certificate from your country of residence (and any country you lived in over the past 5 years), issued within the last 90 days, apostilled or legalised, and translated into Spanish
Provide a rental contract, property deed, or other evidence that you have suitable housing arranged for your arrival in Spain.
There is a multitude of documentation that will also need to be provided alongside your application, these documents change based on the consulate you are applying from and your specific scenario.
Legal know-how meets lived experience. We are a cohesive team of expats and local lawyers combining international perspective with on-the-ground expertise - guiding you through every step with empathy, clarity and confidence.
Head of Legal, Spain
