Balcells Group International Lawyers

How long can you stay in Spain as a tourist? How does the 90-day rule affect that and how does it work exactly? As tourists, it’s only natural that we would want more time to explore and enjoy the country. But none of us would like to unintentionally put ourselves in...

Here you will find a complete guide about one of the most requested and easy-to-get visas: the non-lucrative residence visa. If you are planning to move to Spain and not working in the country (at least for the first year), or to retire in the country, this will be...

Do you want to study in Spain as a non-European citizen? Then your first step is to apply for a student visa in the Spanish territory - and you should know that studying in the country has many advantages, especially as a foreigner. In this article, we’ll not only...

What many digital nomads have been waiting for has finally become a reality. The digital nomad visa has been published and is now available, and foreigners wishing to move remotely from Spain can now apply.  Here is a complete guide that will show you all the...

Major changes are coming to the current arraigo for studies, which is changing its name to the socio-formative arraigo (arraigo socioformativo in Spanish).  But its name is not the only thing that's changing. New requirements, new advantages (and disadvantages), and...

Obtaining Spanish nationality is the final goal of many foreigners, and the reality is that this is a simple task thanks to the different options and paths available to achieve it. But how can you become a Spanish citizen? Who exactly can apply for this nationality?...

Did you know that you have immigration benefits and rights as a family member of an EU citizen? By applying for the EU family member residence card, you can easily live and work in Spain, for 5 years! Plus, the even better thing is that this authorization permit does...

With more than 8000 km of beaches, Spain is one of the preferred destinations both for tourists worldwide and for those wishing to start a new life in a new country. And that translates into many expats starting the legal process of getting their residence permit in...

Spain is probably a common bucket-list destination for most people. With its sunny skies, charming streets, vibrant culture, and happy people, it’s an easy choice. But beyond these stereotypes and first impressions, what else is there to know about Spain? What has...

The new residency for family members of Spanish citizens finally streamlines the process in which foreigners who are relatives of Spanish citizens will be able to obtain their residence permit in the country. A 5-year card with new and great advantages that includes...

One of the main changes that we have received in the draft of the new Immigration Reform has been the appearance of a new type of residence for exceptional circumstances: arraigo "sociolaboral". What exactly does this new residency consist of, how can it be obtained...

There are many benefits associated with it. Not only makes things easier and faster, but it can also on an emotional level. Having dual citizenship in Spain is something may foreigners seek, and in this article you will learn everything about it. We are going to see a...

Find out how to get one of the most favorable work visas if you are a foreigner with higher education and a job offer as a manager or in a technical position in the Spanish territory! In this post you will discover the complete list of requirements you will have to...

In 2024, Spain is facing a new process of mass regularization for foreigners in irregular situations. Something that is still being defined, but that will likely turn into a reality within the upcoming weeks. In this article, we will explain all the latest updates and...