We advise US citizens on the Spain non lucrative visa, formally the temporary non-profit residence authorization. We are lawyers admitted in Spain and Mexico, working in immigration law and in the taxation of those who move their residence to Spain.

Spain non lucrative visa for US citizens

We review your financial means, your health insurance and your background check, prepare the file with you for the Spanish consulate that covers your state, and represent you until your TIE residence card is issued.

The Spain retirement visa for Americans: live in Spain on your income, savings or pension, without working.

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Having the right strategy from the outset shapes the outcome of the process. We believe every client deserves personal attention, transparent communication and continuous legal support. Your case is not one more file: it is our responsibility, and we take it on with rigor and commitment.

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Our team is made up of lawyers trained in Spain, qualified to practice in Spanish territory and registered with the ICAM — Ilustre Colegio de la Abogacía de Madrid.

We work in coordination from Spain and Mexico so that your application advances properly and without surprises.

Spain non lucrative visa requirements (2026)

The non lucrative residence, governed by articles 60 to 63 of the Immigration Regulations (Royal Decree 1155/2024), lets you live in Spain without working. To obtain it you must show:

Financial means of 400% of the IPREM: €2,400 per month (€28,800 per year) in 2026, plus €600 per month for each dependent family member.

Private health insurance with an insurer authorized in Spain, a medical certificate, and a police clearance certificate from every country you have lived in over the last five years.

Avoid requests for further information and refusals from the authorities

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We review your file legally before it is submitted

Advantages of living in Spain on the non lucrative visa

Live in Spain without working

Live there legally on your income, savings, investments or pension, with no need for a Spanish employment contract.

Long-term residence

After five years of legal and continuous residence you can apply for long-term residence.

Your family with you

Your spouse and children can come with you by showing an additional €600 per month each.

Tax planning

If you spend more than 183 days a year in Spain you become a Spanish tax resident: we advise you on the US-Spain tax treaty and on Modelo 720.

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