What is the income requirement for Spain's Digital Nomad Visa in 2026?

The Spain Digital Nomad Visa requires about €2,762–€2,850 per month (200% of Spain's minimum wage, the SMI), which is roughly €33,000–€34,200 per year. The exact figure depends on how 200% of the SMI is calculated and is adjusted each year. Additional income is required for dependents: about 75% of the SMI for the first family member and 25% for each additional one.

Does SafetyWing or Genki insurance qualify for the Spain Digital Nomad Visa?

Generally no. Spain's Digital Nomad Visa requires full private health insurance from a Spanish-authorized insurer with no co-pays. Travel-style nomad policies such as SafetyWing or Genki usually do not meet this requirement, so applicants typically need a Spain-authorized health insurer.

What is the Beckham Law and can digital nomads use it?

The Beckham Law lets qualifying new residents pay a flat 24% tax on income up to €600,000 for six years, instead of Spain's 19–47% progressive rates. To qualify you must not have been a Spanish tax resident in the prior five years and must apply within six months of starting work. Employed Digital Nomad Visa holders generally qualify; self-employed (autónomo) holders generally do not.

How long is the Spain Digital Nomad Visa valid?

Applying at a Spanish consulate in your home country gives a one-year visa, renewable up to three years. Applying from within Spain (via the UGE-CE) can give a three-year residence permit directly and is often faster. Processing typically takes one to three months.

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Spain Digital Nomad Visa Requirements, Explained Plainly

Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) lets non-EU remote workers live in Spain — and pair it with the Beckham Law for a 24% flat tax. Here are the 2026 requirements, with the figures and the gotchas.

Last verified: 11 June 2026 · Independent guide, not legal advice · income adjusts with the SMI — confirm current figures.

What is the income requirement for the Spain DNV in 2026?

The DNV requires about €2,762–€2,850 per month — 200% of Spain's minimum wage (SMI), or roughly €33,000–€34,200 per year.

The exact figure shifts each year with the SMI. You also need more for family: about +75% of the SMI (~€1,068/mo) for the first dependent and +25% (~€356/mo) for each additional one. Proof can be a salary contract, payslips, bank statements, or freelance invoices.

Who qualifies for the Spain Digital Nomad Visa?

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens who work remotely for companies or clients based outside Spain, with a degree or 3+ years of experience, insurance, and a clean record.

Remote work for non-Spanish companies. Freelancers may have Spanish clients, but ≤20% of income.
Qualification: university/postgraduate degree, or 3+ years of experience in the field.
Employer/contract: the company operating 1+ year; your relationship 3+ months.
Clean criminal record (apostilled background check, last 5 years).

Does SafetyWing or Genki qualify for insurance?

Generally no — Spain requires full private health insurance from a Spanish-authorized insurer with no co-pays.

Travel-style nomad policies (SafetyWing, Genki) usually don't meet the DNV standard, so most applicants need a Spain-authorized health insurer. This is the most common avoidable rejection reason.

What is the Beckham Law — and can nomads use it?

The Beckham Law lets qualifying new residents pay a flat 24% tax on income up to €600,000 for six years, instead of Spain's 19–47% progressive rates.

Rule	Detail
Rate	24% flat on income up to €600,000/yr, for 6 years
Eligibility	Not a Spanish tax resident in the prior 5 years; apply within 6 months of starting work
Who	Employed DNV holders generally qualify; self-employed/autónomo generally do not

How long is the visa, and how do you apply?

A consulate application gives a 1-year visa (renewable to 3 years); applying from within Spain can give a 3-year permit directly.

Apply at the Spanish consulate in your home country, or from within Spain via the UGE-CE (often faster, 3-year permit). Processing is typically 1–3 months.

Check if you qualify — and if you get the 24% tax

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Sources: Spain's Startup Act (Ley 28/2022); exteriores.gob.es consular guidance; 2026 income/Beckham guides (CitizenRemote, GlobalCitizenSolutions, BrightTax/Greenback). Verified 11 June 2026. Income adjusts with the SMI and rules can change — confirm with the Spanish consulate or a licensed adviser before applying.

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