--- title: Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor) — Spain (2026) description: Free complete guide to the Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor) visa for Spain. Eligibility, costs, documents, process, and FAQ. Updated 2026. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Spain flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Fes.png&w=3840&q=75]SPAIN ENTREPRENEUR VISA (VISA DE EMPRENDEDOR / STARTUP VISA) Category: Business / Innovation · Processing time: 3-4 months (including ENISA evaluation) Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-05-29Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial visa portal ↗ [https://extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es/] Review due soon 3 min readCommunity feedback: open Save visa to plan Visa decisions require official verification MigrantIQ provides general migration information, not legal advice. Always verify critical steps with official government sources or a licensed advisor before paying fees or submitting documents. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] AI-assisted. Parts of this page may be drafted with AI and editor-reviewed. Always confirm rules, fees, and hours on official government sources before you act. How we use AI [/about/ai/] · Editorial standards [/about/editorial-standards/] Apply through official authority Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-06-21. Apply on official site → [https://extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es/] Visa type Business / Innovation Processing time 3-4 months (including ENISA evaluation) Fees ConsularVisaFee: EUR 80 (approx) Validity 3 years (initial, if applied in Spain) or 1 year (initial, if applied via consulate). Stay duration Renewable in 2-year periods. Entry type National D-Visa (for entry) converted to Residence Permit. Insurance Confirm if required Bookmark Save this visa to My Plan OVERVIEW Authorizes residence for individuals developing innovative, scalable business projects. Path to PR: Yes (after 5 years). Path to citizenship: Yes (after 10 years). Income: Based on 100% IPREM * Leads to permanent residency: Yes * Requires job offer: No * Language required: No * Minimum education: Relevant professional experience/qualifications aligning with the business project. * Financial requirement: Mandatory: 100% of IPREM for applicant, plus 50% for each family member. * Accommodation proof: Yes (Proof required for TIE registration). * Return ticket: No ESTIMATED COSTS * - ConsularVisaFee: EUR 80 (approx) * - TIE_CardFee: EUR 79.26 REQUIRED DOCUMENTS * - Valid passport (1+ year validity) * - Favorable Report (Informe Favorable) from ENISA * - Full business plan (innovation/scalability focused) * - Proof of personal financial means (100% IPREM) * - Full health insurance policy * - Apostilled criminal record check (past 5 years) APPLICATION STEPS 1. Develop a strong business plan focusing on innovation and scalability. 2. Submit business plan to ENISA for the mandatory 'Informe Favorable' (Favorable Report). 3. Once approved, apply for the residence permit via the UGE-CE (if already in Spain) or the Spanish Consulate (if abroad). 4. If abroad: receive visa, enter Spain, and register for the TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) within 30 days. 5. If in Spain: apply directly for the residence authorization. Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones → [https://extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es/] TRAVEL INSURANCE REQUIREMENT * Mandatory: Confirm with official source * Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules * Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions * Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority EMBASSY, CONSULATE & APPOINTMENTS Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees. Open appointment or official portal → [https://extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es/] Browse foreign embassies in Spain (MigrantIQ directory) → [/embassies/in/spain/] Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal. Application checklist TRACK YOUR ENTREPRENEUR VISA (VISA DE EMPRENDEDOR) PREPARATION Check items off as you prepare. Progress is saved in this browser and can be synced from My Plan. 0 / 15 complete * Confirm Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor) requirements on the official Spain immigration source.Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones * Review the eligibility rules and note anything that needs evidence.Check whether this pathway accepts self-sponsored applicants. * Prepare document: Valid passport (1+ year validity)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Favorable Report (Informe Favorable) from ENISACheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Full business plan (innovation/scalability focused)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Proof of personal financial means (100% IPREM)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Full health insurance policyCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Apostilled criminal record check (past 5 years)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Complete step: Develop a strong business plan focusing on innovation and scalability. * Complete step: Submit business plan to ENISA for the mandatory 'Informe Favorable' (Favorable Report). * Complete step: Once approved, apply for the residence permit via the UGE-CE (if already in Spain) or the Spanish Consulate (if abroad). * Complete step: If abroad: receive visa, enter Spain, and register for the TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) within 30 days. * Complete step: If in Spain: apply directly for the residence authorization. * Pay only through official channels and save receipts.Avoid bank transfers to personal accounts or agents promising guaranteed approval. * Save a full copy of forms, uploads, payment receipts, and appointment confirmations. Clear checklistSync checklist in My Plan → [/plan/] GET VISA CHECKLIST UPDATES Receive relevant reminders and source updates for Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor) in Spain. Get reminders BENEFITS & WHAT THIS VISA ALLOWS * - No minimum capital investment required. * - Pathway to long-term residency (PR) and eventually citizenship. * - Eligibility for the Beckham Law (special tax regime for inpatriates). Trust & safety BEFORE YOU PAY OR SUBMIT DOCUMENTS Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract. Official portal → [https://extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es/] RELEVANT LAWS * Work Authorisation Rules [/laws/spain/work-authorisation-rules/] Employment · Severity: Critical In Spain, understanding work authorisation rules is essential for anyone looking to engage in employment activities. A visa that allows entry does not automatically grant the right to work. This applies to various… * Immigration Status and Overstay Rules [/laws/spain/immigration-status-and-overstay-rules/] Immigration · Severity: Critical Your ability to stay in Spain is determined by the specific visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you possess. You should understand that a pending application, job offer, or school admission does… * Tax Residency and Income Reporting [/laws/spain/tax-residency-and-income-reporting/] Tax · Severity: High Tax residency in Spain is determined by your physical presence in the country. If you spend more than 183 days in Spain within a calendar year, you are generally considered a tax resident. This status requires you to… ACTIVE SCAM ALERTS * Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge [/scam-alerts/spain/document-translation-notary-overcharge/]Medium In Spain, newcomers, including visa applicants, families, students, and workers, may encounter a specific scam involving the overcharging for document translation, notarization, or apostille services. Scammers often… * Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee [/scam-alerts/spain/fake-border-airport-assistance-fee/]Medium In Spain, a concerning scam involves individuals impersonating airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents. These scammers often target tourists, first-time travelers, workers, and students, claiming that a… * Fake University or Scholarship Letter [/scam-alerts/spain/fake-university-or-scholarship-letter/]Medium Fraud involving fake university or scholarship letters is a growing concern in Spain, particularly targeting students and parents looking for educational opportunities. Scammers often present themselves as unofficial… * Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract [/scam-alerts/spain/rental-deposit-before-viewing/]Medium In Spain, newcomers often encounter rental scams where fraudsters advertise non-existent apartments. These scammers typically pressure potential tenants, including students, families, and remote workers, to pay a… QUICK ELIGIBILITY CHECK Use this self-check for Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor). It does not replace official legal assessment. I have a qualifying job offerI have required language test evidence Education LevelHigh schoolDiplomaBachelor or higher Result: Likely eligible baseline COMMON REJECTION REASONS * - Business model deemed 'not innovative' by ENISA. * - Business plan lacks scalability or economic interest to Spain. * - Insufficient evidence of founder's ability to execute the project. * - Failure to provide apostilled/translated criminal records. APPLICATION TIPS * - Focus your business plan on R&D, technology, and job creation; traditional service businesses are often rejected. * - Ensure all foreign documents (criminal records, etc.) are apostilled and translated by an official sworn translator ('traductor jurado'). * - Use the [ENISA portal](https://www.enisa.es/) for project evaluation,this is your most important step. * - Apply while legally inside Spain to get the 3-year permit rather than the 1-year consular visa. SOURCES & REFERENCES Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ. * Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones [https://extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es/] Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements. * MigrantIQ visa record Last verified 2026-06-21. Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. 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