Moving to Spain in 2025: Your Essential Guide to Residency Options and Requirements

Moving to Spain is an exciting journey, but navigating the residency options can be complex. At Traducciones Idiomatic, we specialize in sworn translations, ensuring your documentation meets Spanish legal standards. Below, we outline the primary residency pathways available to non-EU citizens in 2025, along with actionable steps to guide you through the process.

Spain offers various residency permits tailored to different personal and professional circumstances. Selecting the appropriate permit is crucial for a successful application.

Action Steps: 

1. Secure a job offer from a recognized Spanish company.

2. Gather necessary documents, ensuring all non-Spanish papers are translated by a sworn translator.

3. Submit your application through the Spanish consulate in your home country.

Action Steps: 

1. Compile financial statements proving economic self-sufficiency.

2. Obtain private health insurance from a recognized provider.

3. Ensure all documents are translated into Spanish by a certified-sworn translator.

4. Apply at the Spanish consulate in your country.

Action Steps: 

1. Secure admission to a Spanish educational institution.

2. Prepare financial documentation and health insurance coverage.

3. Translate all necessary documents into Spanish through a sworn translator.

4. Submit your visa application via the Spanish consulate.

Action Steps: 

1. Gather official documents proving familial ties.

2. Ensure the sponsoring family member meets financial requirements.

3. Translate all pertinent documents into Spanish with an official translator.

4. Apply for the visa at the Spanish consulate.

Action Steps: 

1. Make a qualifying investment in Spain.

2. Collect all relevant investment documentation.

3. Translate necessary documents into Spanish via a sworn translator.

4. Submit your application through the appropriate Spanish authorities.

Recent Changes: Phasing Out of the Golden Visa

As of April 2025, Spain has discontinued the Golden Visa program, which previously granted residency through significant investments. Prospective residents should explore alternative visas, such as the Non-Lucrative Residence Visa, which requires proof of financial means and comprehensive health insurance.