Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026“Viv Europe helped my wife and I apply for a D7 Portuguese visa and residence cards. They were extremely helpful at every step. I'd recommend them to anyone.”
Who it’s for.
About the Digital Nomad Visa
Spain's visa for remote professionals working mainly for non-Spanish companies or clients. Live in Spain while you keep your job abroad, with a fast in-country route via the UGE.
Who’s eligible
Remote employees and freelancers working mainly for companies or clients outside Spain.
What you can do
- Live in Spain while working remotely for non-Spanish companies or clients
- Keep your existing job or clients abroad
- Travel freely across the Schengen area
- Apply in-country through the UGE for a 3-year authorisation
- Bring your family with you
- Build toward long-term residence and citizenship
Key facts & documents.
Our approval rate98%+
Typical duration3–6 months
ComplexityMedium
- Income guideline
- From €2,442 / mo
- Pathway
- 5 yrs → residence · 10 yrs → citizenship
Documents required
- Valid passport
- Proof of remote work — an employment contract (company active 1+ year) or freelance client contracts
- Proof of income (~200% of Spain's minimum wage, around €2,442/month)
- A relevant university degree or 3+ years of professional experience
- Criminal background certificate (apostilled)
- Health coverage — private insurance or Spanish social-security registration
How it works
A clear, guided process.
Six simple steps from first call to fully settled, so you always know what's next.
Book a free call
30 minTell us where you are and where you want to go. We confirm what you need and how we can help.
Get your plan
Within daysYour dedicated case manager maps out the steps, documents and timeline, tailored to your situation.
We handle it
We drive itWe do the legwork and coordinate every party, keeping you updated in your client app at each stage.
Your secure client app
AnytimeAccess our app to exchange information and documents safely, with all the security required at every step.
We meet you there
On arrivalOnce you arrive, your case manager meets you in person in your destination country, to welcome you and help you find your feet.
You're settled
Move completeYou arrive ready to live, not just survive, with the essentials in place and us a message away.
What’s included.
Everything we take care of for you with your Digital Nomad Visa.
Document analysis and feasibility check against the Spanish Consulate's requirements
Eligibility check on your income, remote-work and professional-activity criteria
Document collection support — remote-work or freelance contracts, bank statements, criminal record and health certificates
Translation and apostille coordination where required
Visa application preparation, including proof of remote income, health insurance and accommodation
Visa application form completion and consulate appointment scheduling
Family application support for your spouse, partner, children and dependents
Final documents review and full application monitoring
Do it with Viv, not alone.
The same move, two very different experiences.
On your own
With Viv Europe
Chase multiple agencies, lawyers and translators
One case manager coordinates everyone for you
Decode immigration rules in another language
Lawyer-reviewed documents and plain-language guidance
Book and attend every public-agency appointment yourself
We schedule and handle the appointments on your behalf
Hope you got the file right and risk refusal
98%+ success, and we cover any denial at no extra cost
Piece together NIF, bank, housing and utilities solo
Everything set up and tracked in one client app
Real Stories
Clients who made the move with us
Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026Ellen LeonardFeb 02, 2026“They made me feel secure in a process that feels completely out of your control. We now have our D7 Visa, a bank account, NIF, and an apartment with working utilities.”
Kenneth ColeNov 18, 2025“I'm now a permanent resident of Portugal, coming from Canada. The Viv Europe team is clearly very knowledgeable as well as experienced.”
Olivia HughesMar 09, 2026“From the first call to collecting our residence cards, every stage was clear and on time. Moving from the UK felt genuinely manageable.”
Lucas AlmeidaJan 27, 2026“They handled my NIF, bank account and D7 application without a single hiccup. I always knew exactly what the next step was.”
Sophie BauerDec 03, 2025“Professional, responsive and genuinely caring. Viv Europe turned a daunting bureaucratic process into something I could actually enjoy.”
Why Viv EuropeWe treat your move
We treat your move
like it's the only one.
Expert guidance with a personal, human-centered approach, so you navigate the whole process feeling supported every step of the way.
Personal & Digital Approach
A dedicated representative plus a 24/7 client portal, a human touch backed by technology.
Pay Per Progression
You only pay as we advance through each stage, so you see value before any payment.
8 Years of Expertise
Immigration experience and deep knowledge of local regulations.
98%+ Success Rate
We handle any denials at no extra cost, appealing or restarting as needed.
Everything in one app
Your messages, documents and updates all live in your client app, so there are no emails to chase.
FAQ
Common questions.
Who can apply for the DNV?
Remote employees (with a company active 1+ year and a 3+ month relationship) and freelancers with no more than ~20% of their activity tied to Spanish clients. A relevant degree or 3+ years' experience helps.
Apply from abroad or in Spain?
Both work. From abroad you get a 1-year visa via the consulate; from inside Spain you can apply through the UGE for a 3-year authorisation, often decided in about 20 days.
How much do I need to earn?
Around 200% of Spain's minimum wage (about €2,442/month in 2026), earned mainly from non-Spanish companies or clients, with more required for dependents.
Can my family join me on the DNV?
Yes. Your spouse or partner and dependent children can be included on the same application, with a higher income requirement for each additional member.
Is there a special tax rate for digital nomads?
Many DNV holders can opt into a special regime taxing Spanish-source employment income at a flat 24% (up to €600,000) for up to five years, instead of the progressive rates. We'll point you to a tax adviser to confirm your case.
Can I work for Spanish clients too?
Your work must be mainly for companies or clients outside Spain. As a freelancer, no more than around 20% of your activity can come from Spanish clients.
Does the DNV lead to permanent residence and citizenship?
Yes. It's a renewable residence route — after five years you can apply for long-term residence, and citizenship after ten (two for Ibero-American nationals).
DNV or Non-Lucrative Visa — which is right for me?
If you work remotely, the Digital Nomad Visa is the fit — the NLV doesn't allow any work, including remote. The NLV suits retirees and those living purely on passive income. We help you choose on your call.
Ready when you are.
Book a free 15-minute call and we'll map out exactly how this works for you.