Spain Digital Nomad: Who the Remote Work Permit Is For
A route for remote work for foreign employers or clients, with important rules on income structure and social security.
This article provides general information. The result for an individual depends on their family, professional and financial circumstances and on the rules in force.
Who may qualify
The route may suit employees of foreign companies and independent professionals with foreign clients who can document their qualifications, professional relationship and income.
Employees and independent professionals
Employees need evidence that the employer allows remote work from Spain. Independent professionals should connect contracts, invoices, services and receipts consistently.
Spanish clients
Professional activity for Spanish clients may be permitted only within the statutory limit. The proposed activity should be reviewed before filing.
Social security
Social security is a substantive requirement. Under current rules, independent professionals generally register in Spain’s self-employed social-security system, RETA. Employees must verify whether foreign coverage can lawfully continue.
After approval
The permit does not remove tax obligations. Living and working from Spain may result in Spanish tax residence and obligations for the applicant or employer.