Long-stay visa for those with sufficient savings or passive income without local employment.
€2,800 / mo
Min. income
€80
Application fee
30–60 days
Processing time
1 year, renewable
Stay duration
Non-Lucrative Visa is a passive income route in Spain for relocation and residency planning. Long-stay visa for those with sufficient savings or passive income without local employment. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Dataset verified).
Non-Lucrative Visa is a Spain passive income program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | Moderate |
| Visa type | Passive Income |
| Minimum income | €2,800 / mo |
| Application fee | €80 |
| Processing time | 30–60 days |
| Stay duration | 1 year, renewable |
Worldwide income may be taxable after becoming tax resident.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
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Last checked: June 23, 2026
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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