Entrepreneur Visa Spain
Build your business in Spain.
The Spanish Entrepreneur Visa (Ley de Emprendedores) is designed for founders and innovators developing scalable, innovative projects in Spain.
Full personal handling from business plan to final approval.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Ideal Profile
This visa is designed for non-EU/EEA nationals who want to create or develop an innovative, scalable business in Spain. Key requirements:
- Your business project must be innovative and of economic interest to Spain (tech, green energy, health sciences, AI, fintech, biotechnology, aerospace- sectors defined under Spain’s Startup Act Ley 14/2013).
- The project must be approved by ENISA (Empresa Nacional de Innovación), Spain’s state innovation agency.
- Financial means: approximately €34,188/year (€2,849/month) for the main applicant (200% of Spain’s 2026 SMI). Financial requirements for accompanying family members vary by consulate – contact us for an accurate calculation based on your specific situation.ependent child.
- No criminal record in the last 5 years.
- Private health insurance valid in Spain (no co-payments, no waiting periods).
- You do NOT need to invest a fixed minimum capital, but the business plan must show realistic funding and runway.
THE PROCESS
Step by Step
1. Eligibility Assessment — We evaluate your business project, its innovative nature, scalability and alignment with Spanish requirements.
2. Business Plan & ENISA Report — We coordinate the preparation of a compliant business plan and guide you through the ENISA evaluation.
3. Document Preparation — Full collection and review of all required documents: business plan, financial projections, founder credentials and background clearances.
4. Submission — Application submitted to the relevant authority. We handle all communication and track resolution.
5. Post-Approval Setup — Guidance on company formation, tax registration and initial compliance obligations in Spain.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Your Service Package
- Eligibility and project viability assessment
- Business plan structure guidance
- ENISA evaluation coordination
- Full document preparation and review
- Authority submission and liaison
- Post-approval company formation guidance
- Tax and registration advisory
- Unlimited email support
TIMELINE
| Phase | Timeline |
|---|---|
| ENISA business plan review | Up to 60 working days. Positive administrative silence applies. |
| Residence permit (UGE-CE) | 20 working days after ENISA approval. |
| If applying from consulate abroad | Visa valid 1 year. Once in Spain, you must apply for the 3-year residence permit. |
| If applying from within Spain | 3-year residence permit directly, without needing a prior visa. Fastest route. |
| Permit renewal | +2 years. After 5 years total, eligible for permanent residency. |
PRICING
Custom quote after project and eligibility assessment. Book your free call to discuss your project.
ENISA assesses innovation, scalability, market potential, and economic impact for Spain. Your plan must address the Total Addressable Market, demonstrate technology use (SaaS, AI, automation), show financial projections for 3 years, and include team qualifications. A standard local services business (restaurant, consultancy) is typically not eligible — the project must show genuine innovation or scalability.
Yes. Your spouse and financially dependent children can apply simultaneously. They receive a full residence permit with authorization to work or self-employ anywhere in Spain, without geographical or sector restrictions.
No fixed minimum investment is required. However, your business plan must demonstrate realistic funding. ENISA evaluators assess whether the available capital matches your projected costs and runway. Most successful applications show clear liquidity aligned with the plan.
Yes. Time spent under the Entrepreneur Visa counts toward the 5-year requirement for permanent residency in Spain, provided you maintain continuous legal residence and renew on time.
Ready to start your process?
Book a free 30-minute consultation to assess your profile and define the right pathway for your move to Spain.