Expert guidance on residence permits, business, and life in Spain
Obtaining Self-Employed Residence in Spain is one of the most popular legalization methods for freelancers, sole proprietors, and those looking to start their own business. Rejections are often linked to the quality of the business plan — a key document in your application. In this article, we break down how to avoid them.
On August 5, 2025, the General Directorate for Migration Management published Criterio de Gestión 1/2025 — a document that clarifies several important issues related to residence permit modifications. In particular — the transition from permits issued under Ley 14/2013 (digital nomads, startups, investors, etc.) to the general regime.
Step-by-step guide to obtaining cuenta propia residence permit in Spain: requirements, documents, application procedure and processing times. We analyze who this type of residency is suitable for and what benefits it provides.
What documents are needed for a cuenta propia residence permit business plan and why do they most often trigger additional requests? In this article, we examine key requirements for rental agreements, proof of experience, and financial documentation — with practical nuances and common mistakes.
Spain offers foreign entrepreneurs the opportunity to obtain a residence permit through the Residencia y Trabajo por Cuenta Propia program — a self-employment residence permit. It allows you to start your own business or work as a self-employed professional.
The article discusses the new MigCases project — an open platform for sharing experiences in obtaining visas, residence permits, and navigating immigration procedures.
Obtaining Self-Employed Residence in Spain is one of the most popular legalization methods for freelancers, sole proprietors, and those looking to start their own business. Rejections are often linked to the quality of the business plan — a key document in your application. In this article, we break down how to avoid them.
Letters of intent from clients, or cartas de intención, are one of the key documents for confirming business viability. We break down the best format for preparing them, how many letters you need, and what immigration services pay attention to.
On August 5, 2025, the General Directorate for Migration Management published Criterio de Gestión 1/2025 — a document that clarifies several important issues related to residence permit modifications. In particular — the transition from permits issued under Ley 14/2013 (digital nomads, startups, investors, etc.) to the general regime.
List of documents for the main applicant required when applying for a residence permit with the right to self-employment. Save our checklist for yourself.
Detailed list of documents required for business plan review for cuenta propia residence permit at ATA (Asociación de Trabajadores Autónomos) — National Federation of Self-Employed Workers Associations.
How long is the residence permit valid for entrepreneurs in Spain and how to renew it? We break down the initial residence period, renewal conditions and subsequent stages leading to permanent residence and citizenship.
When preparing a business plan for applying for a residence permit with the right to self-employment, it is important to correctly account for taxes. In this article, we will examine which taxes to include, how to calculate them, and what to pay attention to in order to avoid mistakes and unpleasant surprises in the first year of work.
