Launched in 2013, Spain’s Golden Visa Program provides non-EU investors a streamlined pathway to Spanish residency through qualifying investments. Enjoy the benefits of living, working, and traveling across Europe with this flexible residency-by-investment solution.
Invest in property anywhere in Spain to qualify for residency.
Invest in Spanish companies or deposit funds in Spanish banks.
Support Spain’s economy through secure government bond investments.
As of September 2014, a significant number of applications had been successfully processed and approved.
Live, work, and study in a beautiful and historic European country.
Include your spouse and dependent children in your application.
Maintain your residency status with just 7 days per year on average (14 days in any 2-year period).
Eligibility to apply for permanent residency and eventually Spanish citizenship after 5 years (with A2-level Spanish language requirement).
Visa-free travel access to 190+ countries (after obtaining Spanish citizenship).
Approx. 10–14 months for the Golden Visa application.
Eligible for permanent residency after 5 years of holding the Golden Visa.
Spouse, dependent children (under 18, or over 18 if still studying and financially dependent), and dependent parents can be included.