Spain Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor / Startup Visa)
Category: Business / Innovation · Processing time: 3-4 months (including ENISA evaluation)
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Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones
Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-06-21.
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.
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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
- Develop a strong business plan focusing on innovation and scalability.
- Submit business plan to ENISA for the mandatory 'Informe Favorable' (Favorable Report).
- Once approved, apply for the residence permit via the UGE-CE (if already in Spain) or the Spanish Consulate (if abroad).
- If abroad: receive visa, enter Spain, and register for the TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) within 30 days.
- 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 →
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 →Browse foreign embassies in Spain (MigrantIQ directory) →
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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.
Relevant laws
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
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- 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
Tax · Severity: High
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Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Entrepreneur Visa (Visa de Emprendedor). It does not replace official legal assessment.
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
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Last verified 2026-06-21.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Business / Innovation pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 3-4 months (including ENISA evaluation), subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.