Kingdom of Spain · ESP
Digital nomad visa, arraigo regularisation and student-to-work transitions.
Country score
75.5 / 100
3 policy records · 2 in force · 3 visa categories · 2 agencies tracked
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What changed
Spain now checks borders for all air and sea travel from Italy. This happened because Italy started its own checks earlier. Italy's checks followed many people entering Ceuta, a Spanish territory. Both countries' actions temporarily stop the Schengen Agreement. These checks are expected to last for one month.
Published 7 Aug 2026Effective 7 Aug 2026BBC News — World
What changed
The United States (U.S.) State Department changed its travel advice for Spain. The new advice is 'Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution'. This is because of ongoing worries about terrorism and possible public unrest. Travellers should think again about going to Ceuta because of unrest there.
Published 1 Aug 2026Effective 1 Aug 2026U.S. State Department — Travel advisories
What changed
Spanish officials have explained what documents prove remote income for the international teleworker visa. They also clarified how the special tax rules work with this visa.
Published 1 Apr 2026European Commission — Migration and Home Affairs
Announced or proposed measures — signalled early, not yet settled law.
No open announcements for Spain right now.
Regularisation route based on residence, integration and social ties.
Digital Nomad
International teleworker residence.
Remote-work residence permit under the Startups Law.
Spanish authority for residence authorisations, arraigo and work permits.
Processes highly qualified, intra-company and digital nomad authorisations in Spain.