From the 1st of January 2021 all UK citizens who wish to work, reside or study in Spain must now apply for a visa before moving here.
The type of visa required will depend on your situation and whether you wish to work, study or retire in Spain.
Please see the information below for the different types of visa available:
- Non-lucrative: People retiring to Spain
- Work permit & residency: Work (self-employed / Autónomo)
- Work permit & residency: Long & short term fixed employment contracts
- Visa to study
- Investor's visa/Golden visa - investment into property or business in Spain
ADD Services Include
Preparation of the application and completion of the National Visa forms, EX application forms and self assessment 790 forms in Spanish.
Guidance and assistance with legalising all legal documents for use in Spain with the Apostille; for example, the Police records check, Medical certificate of good health, and marriage certificate (if required).
Legal sworn translations (not payment) for all documents presented in English.
Private healthcare (if not pensionable age) with a recognised Spanish company (ASSSA).
General advice and guidance throughout the process.
Once the visas have been granted, arranging the appointment at Extranjeria in Almeria to obtain the TIE residency cards (Tarjeta Identidad Extranjeros/Foreigners ID card) and attending the appointment with the applicant to present the card application, and provide the photo and fingerprints.
Fast Track Apostille Service available for Almeria Documents Direct clients.
Important Note
If applying for a visa it is important to check the requirements to ensure you qualify before leaving the UK.
The visa must be applied for from the UK to provide you with a legal right to be in Spain for more than 90 days.