Residence Permit for Employed Persons/Self-Employed Persons
Formalities
Residence as an employed person
The Permiso de Residencia por Cuenta Ajena en España is an authorisation that allows foreign nationals to reside and work in the country under a work contract with a Spanish employer. This type of permit is essential for those seeking employment opportunities in Spain who are not citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area or Switzerland.
Self-Employed Residency
The Self-Employed Residence Permit in Spain is an authorisation that allows foreign nationals to reside in the country while carrying out an economic or professional activity on their own account, i.e. as self-employed or entrepreneurs. This type of permit is ideal for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and independent professionals who are not citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area or Switzerland and wish to establish and work in Spain.
“A key opportunity for foreigners seeking to work in Spain, offering a legal pathway for integration into the Spanish labour market and society.”
We manage the whole process for you
Given the complexity of the procedures and the importance of submitting a well-founded application, it is advisable to seek specialist legal advice.
Main requirements
Employee Account
Job offers
You must have a job offer from an employer in Spain. The contract must guarantee continuous work activity during the period of validity of the permit.
National Employment Situation
The job offer must comply with the national employment situation, which means that there are no workers available in Spain or in the EU for that specific position.
No criminal record
Both in Spain and in the countries where you have resided for the last five years.
Not being irregularly in Spain
At the time of application, you must not be in an irregular situation in the country.
Compliance with Labour Regulations
The conditions of the employment contract must comply with the labour and wage regulations in force in Spain.
Own Account
Business or Professional Project
You must present a business plan or professional project that is viable and demonstrates how your activity will contribute to the economy or the general interest of Spain.
Training and Experience
You must demonstrate that you have the appropriate professional qualifications, the necessary experience and, in some cases, the professional licences or registrations required to carry out your activity.
Economic Means
You must prove that you have sufficient financial means to carry out your project and to support yourself during your residence in Spain. This may include your own capital, external financing or a combination of both.
No criminal record
Both in Spain and in the countries where you have resided for the last five years.
Health Insurance
You must have health insurance to cover you during your stay in Spain.
Timetable
MONDAY – FRIDAY
04:00pm – 08:00pm
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