Case: Converting a Digital Nomad Permit Into an IE Permit
22/05/2025
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Successful conversion of residence permit under IE
I am very grateful to the El Relocator team! Thanks to you, I now have legal status and a clear understanding of what to do next. Everything was clear, professional, and to the point. 
Expenses for obtaining a residence permit
For obtaining a residence permit
Stages of obtaining a residence permit
November 8, 2024
1December 15, 2024
2January 22, 2025
3January 29, 2025
4February 27, 2025
5March 19, 2025
6April 23, 2025
7April 25, 2025
8On November 8, 2024, Catherine contacted us — she had an active Digital Nomad residence permit, but over the past few months, she had gained many new clients specifically from Spain, and under the new rules, she could no longer remain in “nomad” status — income from Spanish clients should not exceed 20%.
1. Document Preparation
We promptly developed a business plan for conversion, with the main focus being comprehensive interior design services for private clients and small businesses. We outlined the promotion strategy, expected income and expenses, and a development plan for the year ahead.
On December 15, 2024, the business plan was submitted. In parallel, we collected documents for registering as self-employed, translated the diploma, prepared forms, and arranged the submission fee.
2. Business Plan Approval
Date: January 22, 2025
3. Residence Permit Application
Date: January 29, 2025
Since the document package was prepared in advance, we were able to submit the application in the shortest possible time.
4. Fingerprinting and TIE Collection
On March 19, 2025, Catherine submitted her fingerprints. On April 23, 2025 — she collected her resident card.
5. Tax Consultation
Date: April 25, 2025
We reminded her that her package included tax consultation. Catherine decided to use it as she needed to review which deductions she could apply.
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