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Spain is offering a digital nomad visa for just Rs 8000.  But there's a catch

Spain is offering a digital nomad visa for just Rs 8000. But there's a catch

India Today21 hours ago
If you've ever dreamt of sipping sangria while working remotely from a sunny Spanish caf, that dream just got easier to achieve. Spain has launched a digital nomad visa that costs only Rs 8,000 (actually 75). It's designed for non-European remote workers who want to live and work in Spain for up to a year and possibly even longer.But there's a key requirement, at least 80% of your income must come from outside Spain.advertisementThis visa is part of Spain's new Start-Up Act, aimed at attracting international talent and remote professionals. So whether you're a tech developer, writer, or freelancer, this visa could open the doors to a European lifestyle without the hefty relocation costs or complicated paperwork of traditional work permits.WHO CAN APPLY FOR SPAIN'S DIGITAL NOMAD VISA?
The eligibility criteria are fairly straightforward:You must be a non-EU citizen.You should work remotely, either as an employee for a non-Spanish company or be self-employed with mostly foreign clients.80 per cent or more of your total income should come from sources outside Spain.You must have been working with your clients or company for at least three months before applying.You should prove that your company has been in business for at least one year.WHAT MAKES SPAIN'S VISA A GREAT OPTION?Compared to other countries, Spain is offering a sweet deal. The visa application fee is only 75 (about Rs 8,000), making it one of the cheapest digital nomad visas in Europe. Plus, successful applicants can live in Spain for up to a year, with the option to renew it for longer stays. You can even bring your close family members along if you meet the income requirement.And let's be honest, who wouldn't want to work remotely from cities like Barcelona, Madrid, or even some hidden coastal town along the Mediterranean?HOW TO APPLY?You can either apply while already in Spain (on a tourist visa, for example) or from your home country. The documents typically required include:Proof of remote employment or freelance contractsEvidence that your employer or business has existed for over a yearA clean criminal background checkProof of income meeting the eligibility thresholdWhile the process might involve a few official steps, it's still relatively quicker and cheaper than applying for traditional work visas.- Ends
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