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Who Is It Suitable For?
The Golden Visa and investor visa in Spain allow foreign citizens and their family members to reside in Spain for more than 90 days, with the right to work. The basis for obtaining investor residency is the applicant’s significant contribution to the economy of Spain. For wealthy individuals, the most attractive options are the Golden Visa and the investment visa based on property ownership or financial investments in Spain.
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Golden Visa in Spain
- Spain does not require proof of income from outside the country.
- Work permit for all family members in Spain.
- Accelerated application process (no more than 10 days).
- No need for actual residence in Spain (one visit is sufficient).
- You can remain a tax resident of another country.
- Option to apply for permanent residency after the initial permit.
- The Golden Visa can be issued to spouses in civil unions, financially dependent adult children, and parents.
- Relatively high required investment (minimum €560,000 including taxes).
- Credit cannot be used for investments.
- The investment must be maintained for visa renewal.
- A clean criminal record is required both in Spain and your home country.
- The full value of the property must be declared in the purchase agreement.
Golden Visa in Spain: Conditions and Types of Eligible Investments
and what types of investments are suitable
Purchase real estate in Spain valued at €500,000 or more.
Deposit of at least €1 million in a Spanish bank.
Investment of €1 million in the share capital of a Spanish company.
Investment of €1 million in Spanish market-listed stocks.
Launch a significant business project in Spain and invest in it.
How Much Money Should Be in Bank Accounts
To obtain a residence permit for investors, it is necessary to confirm the availability of sufficient funds to support yourself and your family. The following parameters apply:
For the head of the family: more than €2,316.08 per month
For each additional family member: €579.02 per month.
he account must hold a sum sufficient for the entire family for a year. We’ve already calculated it — the data is presented in the table below:
- For 1 person — €27 793
- На 2 человек — €34 741
- For 3 people — €41 689
- For 4 people — €48 638
- For 5 people — €55 586
The specified amount does not need to remain in the account after obtaining the residence permit, but it must be available during the visa application process.
Do you want to obtain a Spanish residence permit through purchasing property?
Take note of these important details:
- The value of the properties listed in the deeds (Escritura) must total at least €500 000
- The purchase date must be no earlier than September 28, 2013, when Law 14/2013 came into effect
- You can own multiple properties with a total value of €500,000 or more, but partial ownership of a property, even if its value exceeds €500,000, is not eligible
- The property can be jointly owned by spouses, but if each is allocated a share, the investor’s residence permit cannot be issued
- The presence of an unpaid mortgage from the seller or a purchase made through a mortgage can be obstacles to obtaining the investor’s residence permit
- Expenses for building your own property will not be considered an investment, and the purchase of a property under construction with phased payments is not allowed
What Documents Are Required to Obtain a Residence Permit Through Investment
- A document confirming the presence of investments in Spain (e.g., property-related documents for the visa)
- A document proving the availability of sufficient funds for living in Spain, held in a Spanish bank account
- Documents proving the financial dependence of children over 18 years old and elderly parents on the investor if the investor applies for a residence permit for them
- Full health insurance and a certificate of no criminal record
- Documents proving family relationships with the family members for whom the residence permit is being applied
- Documents confirming a civil partnership if the investor is applying for a residence permit for a common-law spouse
The validity period of the investor’s residence permit depends on the place of registration
You can immediately obtain a Spanish residence permit by purchasing property while in Spain for a period of 3 years, with the possibility of renewal for 5 years
OR
You can first obtain a Golden Visa for investments at the Spanish consulate in your home country for a period of 1 year, and then obtain a residence permit for real estate investment in Spain for a period of 3 years, with the possibility of renewal for 5 years.
How the Process of Obtaining a Golden Investor Visa in Spain Works
We have developed a step-by-step assistance system: 10 steps to help you comfortably relocate.
Submit an application to realistically assess your prospects and chances of moving to Spain on a property owner’s visa this year. It takes no more than 3 minutes
Our immigration experts will carefully study your case and offer an individual solution, including ways to increase your chances of obtaining visa approval with your existing property
We will confirm the agreements before starting work on obtaining the Golden Visa in Spain
You can choose the most convenient option: make full payment upfront or split it into two equal parts. If new needs arise during the process, such as assistance with finding accommodation, we will include additional services in the final payment
We take a comprehensive approach, from gathering the necessary documents to obtaining the coveted Golden Resident Visa and its renewal. We will help you collect the required documents step by step. We recommend allowing 1-2 months for document preparation
Upon arriving in Spain with a Schengen visa, you will begin the process of obtaining the residence permit. We will assist with organizing your trip and preparing the documents so that you can immediately start applying for Spain’s “Golden Passport.”
Once your application is submitted, you can legally stay in Spain, even if your tourist visa has expired
We will do everything possible to speed up the process of obtaining the Golden Visa
Congratulations, it's time to relax and explore your new home. The residence card, opening unlimited opportunities for a European lifestyle, will be in your hands within a month of approval
El Relocator remains in touch even after the residence permit is approved. We are here to assist you directly from our office in Barcelona
Our services are available in three packages. Each is designed as a turnkey solution, covering basic needs for the residency application process—from collecting and submitting documents to opening a bank account and selecting insurance. The only difference lies in the range of additional services
Prices and Packages
Standard Package
This package is suitable for most applicants. We fully guide you through all processes until your residence permit is granted
50%before starting to provide services
50%before submitting documents
- Requesting a certificate from the real estate register
- Chat with an expert and personal manager
- Filling out all forms
- Submission of the residence permit application
- Scheduling for fingerprinting
"Turnkey Relocation" Package
Take advantage of our premium service—El Relocator will handle all bureaucratic processes for you, both before and after obtaining your residence permit. We'll complete all documents, pay all fees, and obtain standard certificates on your behalf.
50%before starting to provide services
50%before submitting documents
- Requesting criminal background checks from countries of residence and citizenship
- Payment of fees €73.26 and €16.08
- Obtaining a certificate from the property registry
- Chat with an expert and personal manager
- Assistance in selecting a property
- Help with opening a bank account in Spain (Valencia only)
- One-year medical insurance from a Spanish company (for each family member)
- Completion of all forms
- Notarized translation
- Assistance with paying the property deposit
- Application for residence permit
- Scheduling of fingerprint appointment
- Tax lawyer consultation
Risks in Investor Residency Processing
The lawyers at El Relocator will guide you on how to invest wisely and what nuances to consider to improve your chances of obtaining an investor residence permit for yourself and your family
Why Choose Us
Manager & Schengen Specialist
- 5 years of experience with Schengen and other visas
- Knows all the ins and outs of the process, understands how consulates work, and can handle rejections
- Will help you find the right relocation option to Spain and answer general questions
Consultation cost: Free
Management & Document Preparation
- 3 years of experience working with Schengen visas
- Responsible for preparing documents for residence permits and Schengen
- Quickly and accurately prepares the document package for submission
- Graduated from the Institute of Tourism with honors
Consultation cost: Free
Cases
Spain, Master’s Degree
Zhanna graduated with honors in Journalism from Moscow. She confirmed her English proficiency at the B2 level with an IELTS score of 5.5.
She wanted to apply to European programs in Journalism, Public Relations, or related English-language programs.
What Was Done:
Spain was suggested to the student, as there is an opportunity to receive a regional scholarship with full or partial coverage. English-language programs were selected, and application packages were submitted to five universities.
Result:
The student was accepted into the Public and Corporate Communication program at a university and received a DSU scholarship of €2,113.
You can read the program requirements in our mini-guide on the Golden Visa.
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