Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026“Viv Europe assisted my wife and I apply for a D7 Portuguese visa and residence cards. They were extremely helpful in every step of the process. I would recommend them to anyone.”
Back to Spain
Social Security.
Your Spanish social security number, needed to work or access public services.
Who it’s for.
About the Social Security
Your Número de la Seguridad Social - required before you can be hired, register as self-employed (autónomo) or access Spain's public healthcare system. We register it for you, correctly and without the queue.
Who needs it
Anyone planning to work in Spain - employed or self-employed - or registering with the public health system.
What you can do
- Be hired by a Spanish employer
- Register as self-employed (autónomo)
- Access public healthcare through your contributions
- Build pension and benefit rights in Spain
Key facts & documents.
Typical duration1–2 weeks
ComplexityLow
- Required for
- Working, healthcare, autónomo
- Who needs it
- Everyone working in Spain
- You need
- NIE (we can obtain it)
Documents required
- Valid passport
- NIE (we can obtain one if you don't have it yet)
- Completed TA.1 application form - we prepare it
- Proof of address in Spain, where required
What’s included.
Everything we take care of for you with your Social Security.
Dedicated case manager
Your dedicated expert guides you through the entire process: always available, keeping you informed and handling every relocation task with you, hand in hand.
- Single point of contact
- Start to finish
- Personal follow-up
Do it with Viv, not alone.
The same move, two very different experiences.
On your own
With Viv Europe
Coordination
Paperwork
Appointments
Approval odds
Getting set up
Real Stories
Clients who made the move with us
Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026Anselm A.Jan 20, 2026“Viv Europe exceeded my expectations with their professionalism, clarity, and genuine care. It's rare to find a company that combines expertise with such honesty and warmth.”
LaurenJan 6, 2026“They have gone above and beyond to assist me with my relocation process to Portugal. Their communication is fantastic, their service is friendly and professional, and they are extremely helpful and supportive.”
Pamela B.Dec 10, 2025“The team at Viv Europe are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I have already recommended them to several people. I couldn't have successfully completed the Digital Nomad visa process without the assistance of Viv Europe.”
Mike W.Nov 27, 2025“I feel very lucky that I had their help and guidance as I applied for my D7 visa. You definitely need this team on your side!”
Ellen LeonardNov 15, 2025“They made me feel secure in a process that feels completely out of your control. Because of them we now have our D7 Visa for Portugal, a bank account and NIF, and an apartment with working utilities.”
Na'omi MclovenOct 24, 2025“The consulate didn't have a single follow-up question for us, which is a testament to Viv Europe's knowledge of this process.”
Shintaro NishiharaOct 17, 2025“Moving to Portugal was a big step for me and my family, but Viv Europe made it so much easier. I could focus on settling in without the overwhelming stress of navigating a new country's bureaucracy.”
Ahmed MashhourFeb 25, 2025“They genuinely cared about making the experience as stress-free as possible. Viveurope's combination of professionalism, transparency, legal expertise, and personal support is second to none.”
Kenneth ColeJul 17, 2024“I am now a permanent resident of the country I had selected as my new home, Portugal, coming from Canada. The Viv Europe team is clearly very knowledgeable as well as experienced.”
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.
What is the Spanish social security number for?
It identifies you to Spain's social security system - required to be hired, to register as self-employed, and to access public healthcare through your contributions.
Do I need it before starting work?
Yes - your employer needs it to register your contract. We make sure it's ready before your first working day.
Do I need a NIE first?
Yes, the registration requires a NIE. If you don't have one, we obtain it for you - the two run naturally together.
Is this the same as registering as autónomo?
The number is the prerequisite. Registering your self-employed activity is a further step - we can support that too once your number exists.
Does the number expire?
No. It's assigned once and stays with you for life, across employers and periods living outside Spain.
Ready when you are.
Book a free 15-minute call and we'll map out exactly how this works for you.