Digital Nomad Visa and
Beckham Law
International Mobility and Residency in Spain
Everything you need to establish yourself in Spain — the right visa, the right tax structure, and the right advice before you arrive.
The Digital Nomad Visa is Spain's dedicated residency route for remote workers, freelancers, and internationally mobile professionals. It is one of the most attractive relocation options in Europe — combining legal residency, the right to work, and access to Spain's public services, with a clear path to permanent residency after five years.
Learn more with our Digital Nomad Visa Guide →
Concurrently, the Beckham Law can provide favorable tax conditions for foreigners relocating to Spain. The Digital Nomad Visa and Beckham Law are two separate processes with different deadlines and requirements. Most applicants need both — but they are rarely explained together.
The Right Visa for You
Not every situation calls for the same solution. We assess your profile and advise on the most suitable residency route — whether that's the
Digital Nomad Visa, Non-Lucrative Visa, or another pathway.
Beckham Law
We assess your eligibility and handle the application — separately from the visa, and on time.
Taxes of 24% instead of up to 47%.
Tax & Residency Structuring
We align your immigration status and tax position from day one — so nothing is missed and nothing costs more than it should.
Ongoing Compliance & Advisory
Once you are residing in Spain, we stay with you — annual tax returns, regulatory obligations, and advice as your situation evolves.
Moving to Spain involves more legal and tax decisions than most people expect. We make sure you get them right — from the moment you decide to move, to long after you arrive.
The visa is just the beginning
Most people focus on getting the visa approved. That is the right starting point — but it is only part of the picture.
What happens after you arrive matters just as much. When does Spanish tax residency kick in? What income do you need to declare? Are you eligible for Beckham Law, and have you applied in time? Do you need to file a Modelo 720 declaring your foreign assets?
These are not bureaucratic details. They are decisions that directly affect what you pay, what you owe, and how securely you are established in Spain. At SamirLaw, we advise on all of it — not just the immigration side.
Finding the right residency route
Spain offers several residency pathways for non-EU nationals, and the right one depends on your individual situation — your nationality, how you earn your income, whether you are employed or self-employed, and what your long-term plans in Spain look like.
The Digital Nomad Visa is designed for remote workers and freelancers whose clients or employers are based outside Spain. It can come with access to Beckham Law and is renewable, with a path to permanent residency after five years.
The Non-Lucrative Visa is suited to those who do not work — retirees, people living off savings or investment income, or those whose income comes entirely from abroad. It requires proof of sufficient funds and private health insurance.
EU citizens do not require a visa but must register as residents. The process is more flexible but still has tax and administrative implications that are worth understanding before you arrive.
We assess your profile and tell you which route makes sense — and why.
Beckham Law — what most people miss
Spain's Beckham Law (formally the Régimen Especial para Trabajadores Desplazados, under Article 93 of the Spanish Income Tax Act) allows qualifying new tax residents to pay a flat rate of 24% on Spanish-sourced income for up to six years, rather than the standard progressive rates which reach 47%.
For many international clients, the saving is significant — often tens of thousands of euros per year.
What most people do not realise is that Beckham Law requires a separate application. It is not automatic, it is not included in the visa process, and it has a strict deadline: the application must be submitted within six months of registering with Spanish Social Security.
Miss that window, and you lose access to the regime entirely for your first years of residence.
We assess your eligibility, advise on how your income and employment structure interacts with the regime, and handle the application — so the deadline is never missed.
Tax and immigration — why they need to be handled together
The most common and costly mistakes we see happen when immigration and tax are handled separately, by different advisors who do not communicate with each other.
Your visa status affects when you become a Spanish tax resident. Your tax residency status affects what you must declare and when. Your employment structure affects your Beckham Law eligibility. Your foreign assets may trigger reporting obligations. Each of these decisions affects the others.
At SamirLaw, we handle immigration and tax under one roof. That means your residency route, your Beckham Law application, and your tax structure are all considered together — from the outset, not after the fact.
After you arrive — staying compliant
Once you are resident in Spain, your obligations do not stop. Spanish tax residents must file an annual income tax return (IRPF), declare foreign assets above certain thresholds (Modelo 720), and comply with any applicable wealth tax obligations depending on the region where they live.
We provide ongoing support to make sure you remain compliant year on year — filing returns, advising on changes to your situation, and flagging anything you need to be aware of before it becomes a problem.
Ready to talk?
Whether you are still weighing up whether to move, in the middle of an application, or already in Spain and unsure whether everything is in order — we are happy to talk through your situation.
Not sure where to start? Read our Digital Nomad Visa guide →
Our Residency Services
Non-lucrative visa
The non-lucrative visa is a residence permit available for non-EU citizens who have sufficient economic means to reside in Spain without engaging in any work or professional activity. This visa is ideal for retirees, individuals with independent means, or those looking to enjoy an extended stay in Spain while meeting the income and savings requirements.
Holders of the non-lucrative visa can legally live in Spain and apply for an initial one-year residency permit, which can be renewed for up to four more years. After five years of continuous residence, they become eligible to apply for permanent residency. The visa also allows for family reunification, enabling visa holders to bring their family members to Spain under the same conditions.
Intracompany transfer
The Intracompany Transfer Visa is a specialized residence permit designed for employees transferring within the same company or corporate group to work in Spain. This visa is ideal for professionals, managers, and specialists relocating temporarily to a Spanish branch, subsidiary, or affiliate of their employer.
Key benefits include streamlined processing, family reunification options, and authorization to work and reside in Spain for the duration of the assignment. Applicants must demonstrate a valid employment relationship, relevant qualifications, and an ongoing connection to the home company. The visa aligns with Spain’s commitment to supporting global business mobility.
Highly qualified professional work visa
The Highly Qualified Professional Work Visa is tailored for skilled professionals seeking to work in Spain in specialized roles. This visa is ideal for executives, managers, and professionals with advanced qualifications employed by Spanish companies or multinational corporations operating in Spain.
The HQP visa offers fast-tracked processing, the ability to bring family members, and permits both residence and work in Spain. Applicants must meet educational or experience-based criteria, secure a job offer for a qualifying position, and provide supporting documentation from their employer.
Residence card for family members of EU nationals
The Residence Card for Family Members of EU Nationals allows non-EU family members to live and work in Spain alongside their European Union citizen relatives. This permit is available for spouses, registered partners, dependent children, and other qualifying relatives of EU, EEA, or Swiss nationals residing in Spain.
Key benefits include the right to reside, work, and access social services in Spain under EU family reunification laws. Applicants must demonstrate their family relationship, provide proof of the EU citizen’s residence in Spain, and meet basic documentation requirements.
"Arraigo" Residency in Spain
If you have been living in Spain without legal residency, you may be eligible for an arraigo permit, a special residency authorization granted under specific circumstances. This option is available to individuals who have established strong social or family ties in Spain, have contributed to the workforce, or have Spanish relatives.
Arraigo offers a legal pathway to regularize your immigration status, allowing you to obtain a residence permit even if you initially entered or remained in Spain without the proper authorization. This process provides an opportunity to fully integrate into Spanish society, access employment legally, and benefit from social services.
NIE Number in Spain
The NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) is a unique identification number required for foreigners conducting legal, financial, or professional activities in Spain. This essential document is needed for tasks such as opening a bank account, buying property, signing employment contracts, or registering with local authorities.
The NIE number does not grant residency but is needed for Spain’s legal and administrative systems. Applicants can obtain it through Spanish consulates abroad or at designated offices in Spain with the necessary documentation.
Book a one-hour consultation with a native English-speaking Spanish lawyer — tax, residency, Beckham Law, or cross-border matters, covered in depth.
