Since arraigo for studies (or arraigo para la formación in Spanish) has been included in the immigration regulation, it has now become much easier to obtain a work and residence permit in Spain if you are under an irregular status. The new arraigo by training...
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Certificate of Resident or Non-Resident in Spain
The resident (or non-resident) certificate is the document that allows foreigners to justify and accredit (as well as verify) their residency periods in Spain, as well as the types of residence or stay they have had in Spain since they arrived in the country, and the...
How to Obtain Spanish Citizenship by Marriage
Many foreigners find love in Spain and decide to get married. That, without a doubt, generates many benefits, such as the ability to easily obtain residency. But is it really possible to obtain Spanish citizenship by marriage? Discover how (including the complete list...
Minimum Salary for the Highly Qualified Professional Visa
What is the minimum salary that a foreigner who wants to apply for a work permit as a highly qualified professional must earn in order to get her application accepted? As you may already know, one of the most important requirements to successfully apply for this work...
Model 151: Income Tax Declaration for Displaced Workers in Spain
Many foreigners in Spain benefit from the special tax regime applicable to displaced workers through form 149. Specifically, one of the main benefits of this regime is the possibility of filing their tax return under form 151, with the tax reduction we will see below....
Red Card in Spain for your Asylum Procedure
Everything you need to know about the red card (which will allow you to get asylum or international protection in Spain) in this article! Discover what exactly this document is, how and where you can obtain it, what is its duration, how renewals work, and how to work...
Spanish Oath of Citizenship
Whether you have just received your citizenship resolution and it is favorable, you are waiting for it or you are going to submit your application soon, keep reading. In this article you will find out how the last phase of the process works (in detail): the Spanish...
How to get an NIE Number to Buy a Property in Spain
To carry out any type of legal procedure as a foreigner in Spain, you must obtain an NIE. And, of course, buying a property is no exception. In this article you will find everything you need to know to get your NIE in order to purchase a property if you do not want to...
How long does a Residency permit application take in Spain?
Have you just submitted your residency application in Spain (or you are about to do it) and you would like to know how long you will have to wait until the immigration office issues a favorable response or resolution? In this article you will find a precise answer to...
Can I travel and leave Spain while waiting for citizenship?
If you have applied for Spanish nationality by residency and need or want to travel abroad, keep on reading. Because in this article we will definitively solve a common question among applicants, the question of whether it is really possible to travel outside Spain...
How to Exchange Your Driver’s License in Spain as a Foreigner
If you are a foreigner in Spain and would like to drive... keep reading. Because it is very likely that the driving license you obtained in your country of origin is not valid in the Spanish territory, and hence you will have to exchange it. But all your doubts will...
How to invest in Spanish real estate: Tips & Recommendations
Buying a property is not an easy task. Not only is the process full of legal steps and issues to consider, but also each country has its own peculiarities, and as a foreigner, it can be hard to grasp them fully. That is why in this article you will find our best tips...
How long can a Spanish resident be out of Spain?
If you are a legal resident in Spain and you would like to stay in the country for the long run... keep on reading. Because in order to do so, you will have to renew your residency card, and that means complying with the maximum leave times that the immigration law...
Loss and Preservation of Spanish Citizenship
If you have obtained Spanish nationality, the information in this article will be of crucial importance to you. Because unless you follow the steps and requirements mentioned here (especially if you leave Spain and use or get another nationality), you could lose your...
Concordance Certificate in Spain (“Certificado de Concordancia”)
If you are about to get Spanish citizenship or you have just obtained it, this article is of your interest. Many foreigners think that once they finish with the pledge of allegiance, the process is over. But that is not the case, and on many occasions, they miss a...
How long does it take to get Spanish Citizenship?
Undoubtedly, this is an issue that generates a lot of headaches. Getting Spanish nationality is a very important step for any foreigner who was moved to the country, and it is quite easy to get discouraged when you hear the experience of others who have applied for...
Can I lose my Spanish residency if I get divorced?
The community card is undoubtedly one of the most requested residences by foreigners from all over the world who start their new life in Spain. So much so, that after having registered their civil partnership ("pareja de hecho") or having married a Spanish or European...
EU Long-Term Residence vs Permanent Residency in Spain
There comes a point in the life of any foreigner in Spain when she can finally apply for a long-term residence card. This is a great change, since this type of residency radically simplifies all the procedures that the foreigner will have to carry out in Spain in the...

















