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Work Visa to Spain: Types, Requirements & Application Process

TYPES OF SPANISH WORK VISA

Spain offers several types of work permits tailored to the applicant’s purpose of visit.

Here’s a breakdown of the main categories:

1. Work Employment Visa 

  • This is the standard employment visa for foreign nationals with a job offer in Spain. The employer must apply for the work permit at the Ministry of Labour. These jobs typically fall within sectors recognized as occupations in shortage.
  • The work permit is valid for 1 year and is renewable
  • Eligible for permanent residence after 5 years
  • Takes up to 8 months to process


2. Seasonal Work Visa

  • Designed for non-EU citizens employed temporarily in sectors like agriculture.
  • Requires employer-provided housing and return travel
  • Valid for the length of the contract (up to 9 months)
  • Extension possible within legal limits


3. EU Blue Card

  • A residence and work permit for highly skilled professionals from non-EU countries.
  • Requires a university degree or 5 years of experience
  • Valid for 1 year and renewable if conditions are met
  • Allows travel within the EU (3 months within 6 months)


4. Self-Employment Visa 

  • For freelancers or entrepreneurs starting their own business in Spain.
  • Non-EU citizens must apply for both a visa and a residence permit
  • Valid for 1 year; renewable for 2 years
  • Can be extended up to 5 years


5. Student Work Visa

  • Students holding a residence card can work up to 20 hours/week during studies.
  • Requires employer sponsorship and compatible job hours
  • Short-term student visa holders (180 days) may not qualify for a residence card (TIE)


6. Working Holiday Visa

  • Available to citizens of Australia, Japan, Canada, South Korea, and New Zealand (ages 18–30).
  • Limited duration and quotas apply
  • Ideal for cultural exchange with casual work


7. Au Pair Work Visa

  • For young people (18–30) living with host families to help with child care and housework.
  • Now requires student visa status and full-time enrollment
  • Limited working hours and must align with the class schedule

REQUIREMENTS FOR A SPAIN WORK PERMIT

Common required documents for a Spain work visa include:

  • Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • 3 passport-size photographs
  • Proof of job offer or contract
  • Clean criminal record certificate
  • Medical certificate
  • Health insurance card (if applicable)
  • Employment permit or sponsorship letter


If applying from your home country, the employer must file the application with a Spanish embassy or consulate.

SPANISH WORK VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Step 1: Employer Applies for Work Permit
    The Spanish employer must submit an application on your behalf to the Ministry of Labour.

  • Step 2: Application Sent to Regional Labour Office
    The regional authority verifies the offer and the applicant’s profile. This process can take up to 8 months.

  • Step 3: Visa Issued by the Spanish Embassy
    Once approved, the Spain consulate issues the work and residence visa.

  • Step 4: Register with Spanish Social Security
    Upon arrival, employees must register with the General Social Security Fund (Tesorería General de la Seguridad Social).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If someone’s work visa is rejected, they can appeal to the government’s decision. First, they can complete the application form at the agency or the Spanish Embassy located in their country. With this, they will be allowed to explain their disagreement with the decision. Once this is done, the Embassy will examine the appeal, and on the basis of that, the application will be granted or rejected again.
Yes, it is possible. As long as the employee stays and works in the country with a Spain work visa, their family members can apply for a family reunification residence permit. Holding this, the family members can work without a permit.
A foreign identification number (NIE) is obtained to regulate applications in certain cases of foreign nationals or legal persons. This sequential number is given to foreigners according to their financial, social, or professional interests in Spain for identification purposes.
Yes, the applicant must invest in the country at least € 500,000 and the property must have no encumbrances or liens.
Currently, there is no law regarding language to apply for citizenship. But there is a draft under progress that will ensure the candidate must have minimum knowledge of Spanish.