Spain

Golden Visa

The Spain Golden Visa Program is a true gateway to Europe, expanding your visa-free travel mobility within the Schengen Zone. The Spain Golden Visa Program encourages investors outside the EU to invest in real estate, job creation and public debt. Under the program, investors and their families are eligible to obtain temporary residency in a matter of months. Investment options include real estate, business, government bonds or bank deposit.

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Capital City

Madrid

Visa free countries

Schengen Area

Total area

505,990 km2

Languages

Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician

Currency

Euro

Population

47,450,795

Time Zone

UTC⁠±0 to +1

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Freedom of movement within the Schengen zone

Ranked #1 globally for ease of doing business

Ibero-American nationals gain citizenship after two years

Considered one of the best places for retirees given its affordable cost of living

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Spain Golden Visa
Application Process

If you are approved, you will receive an initial two-year resident permit that will be renewed once more before you receive a five-year permit. There are no physical presence requirements to maintain your status, but you need to visit Spain at least once and hold onto the investment for 5 years.

Requirements

  • The investment must be at least EUR 500,000 through a real estate purchase. The investment can be made freely and financed if the down payment is at least EUR 500,000. You can also make the investment via a registered company as long as you own 100% of that company.

Other investment options

  • EUR 2,000,000 in Government Bonds (5-year maturity)
  • EUR 1,000,000 in shares or bank deposits
  • Investment in a business project in scientific and technological innovation (no minimum amount)

Other requirements:

  • Provide a criminal record certificate certifying the applicant’s record in the country of his or her residence.
  • A medical certificate issued by a recognized state or private institution stating that the person is in good health and does not require public health measures.
  • Travel insurance that covers the length of the visa and covers any expenses that may occur in the event of medical repatriation, immediate medical care and emergency hospital services.
  • See all requirements in our factsheet
Week 1
Week 1
Initial due diligence, examination of client eligibility and choice of investment.
Week 1
Week 2
Week 2
Sign client agreement, complete government forms and provide supporting documentation.
Week 2
Month 1
Month 1
Make your investment and submit your Golden Visa application.
Month 1
Month 2
Month 2
Submit your application with all the supporting documents to the Spanish authorities and give your biometric data.
Month 2
Month 4
Month 4
Receive your approval and travel to Spain to receive your permit.
Month 4

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