The Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Spain (also known as the highly qualified work visa) offers a pathway to residency and employment for qualified professionals with advanced qualifications and specialized skills in their field.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
The Highly Skilled Worker Visa program in Spain provides an opportunity for highly qualified professionals to live and work in Spain. This program is designed to attract talented individuals who can contribute to Spain's economy and fill skill gaps in various sectors.
Visión general
A pathway to residency and employment for highly qualified professionals in Spain
Requisitos
Advanced qualifications and a job offer from a Spanish company. Must be considered a "highly qualified" professional based on education and salary
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
Initial period of up to 2 years, renewable
Meses para el visado
1-2 months
Requisito de presencia física
No specific requirement, but employment in Spain is expected
Disponibilidad
Fácil
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
The employing company must apply on behalf of the worker to the Large Business and Strategic Collective Unit (UGE). Applications can be submitted online.
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benefits
The program offers numerous advantages for highly skilled professionals looking to establish their career in Spain's dynamic and innovative environment.
High quality of life
Affordable living costs
Rich culture and history
Fast Processing Time
Low cost of application
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Online Submission Allowed
Países sin visado
162
Passport Validity
5 years
Visión general
Spain offers excellent career opportunities, high quality of life, and a supportive environment for skilled professionals.
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What is considered a "highly qualified" professional in Spain?
Can I bring my family members with me on a Highly Skilled Worker Visa?
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How often do I need to renew my Highly Skilled Worker Visa?
Can Highly Skilled Worker Visa holders apply for permanent residency in Spain?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Personal documents+Proof of employment or Job Offer+Academic background+Professional background+Language Proficiency in Spanish is tipically required depending on the job
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their qualifications and professional experience.
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify qualification requirements
• Check salary thresholds
• Review work experience criteria
Employer Sponsorship
• Secure qualifying job offer
• Obtain employer sponsorship
• Complete labor market test (if required)
Documentation
• Gather qualification certificates
• Prepare employment contract
• Complete skills assessment
• Obtain professional registrations
Application
• Submit visa application
• Complete health checks
• Provide biometrics
Relocation
• Receive work visa approval
• Register with authorities
• Complete workplace onboarding
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport+Photograph (recent, passport-size, colour photograph)
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Proof of residence in the consular district
Criminal record check certificate: Applicants of legal age who apply for a visa must submit the original and a copy of the criminal record check certificate(s) issued by their country or countries of residence for the past 2 years
Applicant must prove to have sufficient financial support to support the entire stay in the country
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
74
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
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Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
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Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
23
Coste de la vida
40
Quality of Life
18
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Healthcare Quality
9
Internet Speed
11
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Human Freedom
31
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