Remote work on tourist / visa-free stay: unclear
unclear (can apply from inside Spain within 90 days of tourist entry)
| Nomad visa | Visa for remote workers (international teleworking) |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | 200% of SMI per month, gross (2026: EUR 2,442/month; SMI EUR 1,221/month in 14 payments per RD 126/2026); +75% SMI first family member, +25% each additional |
| Length of stay | Up to 1 year visa; extendable |
| Application cost | EUR 90 national D visa (Orden AUC/891/2024; payable in local currency) |
Verification
Partly verified- income=verified (rule + 2026 SMI figure, BOE RD 126/2026)
- stay=verified
- fee=verified
- tourist_rule=partial
Official sources
- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/travel-to-spain-for-work
- https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/moscu/es/Comunicacion/Noticias/Paginas/Articulos/20230502_NOT1.aspx
- https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2024-17292
- https://www.boe.es/eli/es/rd/2026/02/18/126/con
Secondary reference: https://eulegalservices.com/digital-nomad-visa-europe
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