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Spain Residence Permit | Start-Up Visa: No Language Requirement

Start-Up Visa — Residence Permit in Spain for 3 Years

Currently the most straightforward and cost-effective path to a European residence permit. Under Spain's active immigration policy, the country actively welcomes foreign entrepreneurs and their innovative projects. We prepare a tailored business plan approved by the government (the National Innovation Company). This type of residence permit is granted for 3 years directly to startup founders and their family members.

Benefits of a Spanish Residence Permit

3-year residence permit with renewal option
Right to conduct business in Spain
Residence permit for the entire family immediately
Right to work for applicants over 18 years of age
Application filed from within Spain (entry on a standard tourist visa)
Permanent residency after 5 years
Access to public healthcare
Access to education
Ability to open bank accounts and unblock accounts in other countries
No project development requirements
No language requirement
No residence requirement in Spain
No additional costs related to taxes, accounting, or online office rental
No need to defend your project or discuss your role with anyone

Criminal record certificate with apostille and sworn translation
Marriage certificate with apostille and sworn translation
Children's birth certificates with apostille and sworn translation
Health insurance from a Spanish company for all applicants, valid for 1 year
Bank statement showing savings
Power of attorney
Scan of all passport pages including the Spain entry stamp, or an entry declaration if applicable

Road Map to Obtaining a Startup Residence Permit

Stage 1 — Document Preparation

- Criminal record certificate with apostille
- Marriage and birth certificates with apostille
- Bank statement
- Spanish health insurance

Stage 2 — Travel to Spain

Entry stamp in your passport, or an entry declaration if Spain is not your first country of entry. Passport scans — sent to us.

THAT'S ALL

All prepared documents are submitted by us online. From here, you simply wait for the decision and enjoy Spain — or travel elsewhere and wait for our congratulatory call.

Spain Digital Nomad Residence Permit

The fastest EU residence permit available today.

Processing time: 1.5–2.5 months from submission.
When applied from within Spain: 3-year residence permit granted immediately.
Programme launched in late 2022 under Spain's Start-Up Act.

What is the Spain Digital Nomad Visa?

This visa is designed for remote workers and freelancers who work with foreign companies or have international clients. With renewal options up to 5 years and a path to permanent residency, this programme offers a stable, long-term solution for professionals.

Benefits of the Digital Nomad Residence Permit

Legal Residency

The right to live and work legally in Spain, enjoying all the country has to offer.
Tax Advantages

An attractive tax regime for digital nomads that significantly reduces your tax burden.
Family Residence Permit

Spouse and minor children can obtain residence permits alongside the main applicant.
Freedom of Movement

Unrestricted travel across all Schengen countries without visa limitations.
Access to Services

Access to high-quality healthcare and education for you and your family.
Path to Permanent Residency / Citizenship

After 5 years: permanent residency; after 10 years: eligibility to apply for Spanish citizenship.

Key Applicant Requirements

Verified Income

Proof of stable remote income of at least €2,800/month.
Clean Criminal Record

No criminal convictions in countries of residence over the past 5 years.
Work Experience / Degree

For employees: a contract with a foreign company of at least 6 months.
Experience or Qualifications

For freelancers: existing contracts or clients based abroad.

Document Preparation (1–4 weeks)

Gathering and formalising documents is a critical step. We guide you through collecting and correctly preparing everything required.

Core Documents

Passport, university degree or proof of work experience.

Proof of Income

Contract with a foreign employer or client agreements, plus bank statements.

Criminal Record Certificate

With apostille.

Certified Translations

All documents translated into Spanish by accredited translators.

Filing Options

You can choose the most convenient way to apply — each option has its own features.

Through a consulate in your home country

Advantage: Apply from your current country of residence. Result: 1-year Digital Nomad Visa. After arrival in Spain: apply for a residence permit.
From Spain online

Advantage: Convenient online application without leaving Spain. Result: 3-year residence permit granted immediately. The entire process takes place online, speeding up the procedure.

Review and Receipt of Residence Permit

After submission, the review period typically takes no more than two months.

Application Review

Your application is reviewed by the relevant authorities within 1–2 months.

Biometrics

After approval, you will provide biometric data (fingerprints).

Residence Permit Card

Issued 30–40 days after your biometrics appointment.

Our Full Support

We offer end-to-end guidance at every stage of the Digital Nomad Residence Permit process.

Document Collection & Preparation

Complete preparation of all required documents.
Legal Support

Professional assistance at every stage, including consultations and representation.
Full Process Coordination

We oversee and manage the entire process from application to receipt of your final residence permit card.

French Tech Visa — Residence Permit for 4 Years

For startup participants under the French Tech Visa programme

The French Tech Visa is an immigration programme that allows foreign nationals to obtain a 4-year French residence permit. This status grants the right to run a business, study, and work in France.

Benefits of the Programme

No requirement to know the French language
Visa-free travel throughout the EU and Schengen Area
The programme does not require the applicant to know the official state language of France
After obtaining a French residence permit through the French Tech Visa programme, the applicant may apply for citizenship after 5 years of residence in France
To obtain the residence permit, the client simply needs to follow the recommendations of their immigration lawyer
French temporary resident status allows visa-free travel throughout EU and Schengen countries
Residency for the entire family
Right to conduct business in France
A spouse and children under 18 automatically receive a French residence permit alongside the main applicant.
Access to the Social Benefits Package
Applications accepted from outside France
Access to the EU single market for your business
Path to French citizenship in as little as 5 years
Higher Education at France's Top Universities
French residents are entitled to modern healthcare services covered by insurance.
Access to the EU's Reliable Banking System
Holders of a French residence permit can open accounts and access low-interest credit at leading European banks.
A French residence permit allows entrepreneurial activity without additional permits.
French residents are eligible for comprehensive social benefits, including scholarships, pensions, unemployment support, and maternity payments.
Entrepreneurs with a French residence permit can expand their business into the EU market without additional tariffs.
Foreign nationals with a French residence permit may study at French universities on equal terms with citizens, including access to scholarships and grants.

Step-by-Step Process

Stage 1 — Document Package Preparation

An immigration specialist consults you on the process, outlining programme requirements and required documents.

Stage 2 — Invitation from La French Tech

You receive an invitation letter from the state organisation La French Tech, which serves as the basis for your residence permit application.

Stage 3 — French National Visa

Our lawyers assist you in obtaining a Category D visa valid for up to 3 months.

Stage 4 — Residence Permit Application

Upon arrival in France, you submit your residence permit documents at the prefecture, accompanied by your lawyer.

Stage 5 — Receipt of French Residence Permit

Once approved, you are granted temporary resident status, conferring the right to live and work in France.

Path to French Citizenship

After residing in France continuously for 5 years on a temporary residence permit, you become eligible to apply for permanent residency.
After holding permanent residency in France for more than 5 consecutive years, you become eligible to apply for French citizenship.

French 1-Year Renewable Residence Permit for Financially Independent Persons

Titre de séjour pour les personnes financièrement indépendantes

Our specialists provide clients with full support throughout the process of obtaining a French 1-year renewable residence permit for financially independent persons (FIP). Foreign nationals and their family members receive a temporary residence permit valid for 1 year. Once this period expires, resident status can be renewed. After 5 years of continuous residence in France, foreign nationals may apply for permanent residency.

Benefits of the Programme

A bureaucracy-free route to a French residence permit
Path to permanent residency in a developed country
Ability to open a company in France
Ability to open personal and corporate bank accounts in a European bank
Visa-free travel throughout EU countries
Free education for children in French schools
Access to high-quality healthcare
Right to purchase property and rent it out
No annual quota on the number of residence permits issued

Applicant Requirements

- Bank statement showing a balance of at least EUR 20,000 per person
- Health insurance with coverage of at least EUR 30,000
- Rented or owned property in France of at least 9 m² per person
- A correctly prepared dossier (our team of lawyers will handle this for you)

Process Stages

Stage 1. Consultation and Signing of the Agreement

Our specialist provides the client with a consultation on obtaining a French residence permit for financially independent persons (FIP). After discussing the details of the process, the client and the company sign a service agreement and proceed with the case.

Stage 2. Document Collection

The client provides all required documents, which our company's specialists translate into French/English and prepare for submission to the French consulate. The client also rents or purchases a French apartment for the 1-year period.

Stage 3. Arrival in France

After obtaining the visa, the client must arrive in France within three months of receiving entry clearance. During the first month, adult applicants undergo a medical examination; the client is notified of the appointment date by email. After completing the medical examination, the client becomes a full resident of France for a period of 1 year.

Valid passport and copies of all pages
Internal (national) passport with copies of all pages
Completed application form
3 photographs (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
Health insurance
Motivation letter
Lease or purchase agreement for housing in France
Diploma or educational certificate
Birth certificate
Bank statement confirming financial independence
Employment reference letter or proof of active business ownership stating position, salary, tenure, and business profitability
Proof of property ownership (if applicable)

Path to French Citizenship

After 5 consecutive years of residence in France on a temporary permit, you are eligible to apply for permanent residency.
After more than 5 consecutive years on permanent residency, you may apply for French citizenship.

Serbian Residence Permit Through Business Registration

Under Serbian law, foreign nationals may obtain a residence permit if they are founders or official representatives of a legal entity registered in Serbia.
Obtaining temporary residency on the basis of business registration is the most accessible, straightforward, and efficient way to gain residence in Serbia.
To apply, a foreign national must register a company in Serbia.
The residence permit is issued for 1 year and may be renewed.

Benefits of the Programme

Low Taxation
Path to Serbian citizenship — and visa-free access to 130+ jurisdictions
Opening an account at a European bank
No company activity requirements in the first year
Access to European-quality education
Fast processing — up to 2 months
No Serbian language requirement
Simple procedure with a minimal document package
Access to quality healthcare
Life in a country with a European standard of living and affordable costs
Simplified access to Schengen and US visas
Right to purchase property at competitive prices
Residency in a UN, Council of Europe, and OSCE member state and EU candidate country

Stages of the Serbian Residence Permit Process

Stage 1 — Document Preparation

To get started, we only need your passport and a power of attorney for the company's lawyer.

Stage 2 — Company Registration

Our authorised lawyer registers your company in full compliance with Serbian law.

Stage 3 — Temporary Residency Application

Our lawyer accompanies you to the local police station to submit your residence permit documents.

Stage 4 — Bank Account Opening and Address Registration

This stage requires your personal presence. Accompanied by our lawyer, you open a bank account and register your address.

Stage 5 — Receipt of Serbian Temporary Residency

Approximately 28 working days after submission, you receive your temporary residency certificate.

Path to Serbian Citizenship

After 3 consecutive years of residence in Serbia on a temporary permit, you are eligible to apply for permanent residency.
Once you hold a Serbian permanent residency card, you may apply for Serbian citizenship.

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