Work or renew?

RESIDENCE AS AN EMPLOYED PERSON

WHAT IS IT?

Authorisation to reside and work in Spain under a contract with a Spanish employer.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Have a job offer in Spain.
  • The contracting company must comply with the legal and economic requirements for hiring the foreigner.
  • The authorisation is granted for 1 year and is renewable if the conditions of employment are maintained.

BENEFITS

  • Right to work in Spain with a formal contract.
  • Possibility to apply for long-term residence after 5 years.

SELF-EMPLOYED RESIDENCE

WHAT IS IT?

Allows foreigners to work as self-employed persons in Spain.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Proof of sufficient financial means to start the activity.
  • Present a viable business plan.
  • To have the necessary authorisations or licences to carry out the activity.
  • No criminal record in Spain or in the countries where you have resided in the last five years.

BENEFITS

  • Opportunity to start and run your own business in Spain.
  • Renewable if the activity is maintained and generates sufficient income.

At Echeverría Farriols Lawyers & AssociatesWe accompany you through the whole process: from the preparation of the documentation to the submission of your application to the Aliens Office.

We ensure that you comply with all legal requirements and increase the chances of success of your application.

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