Apply for a non-profit
non-profit residence permit

The non-profit residence permit allows non-EU citizens to reside in Spain without performing work or professional activities. This authorization is for people who have sufficient economic means.

Information on the procedure

Requirements

In order to apply for a non-profit residence permit in Spain, the following requirements must be met:

  1. Have sufficient financial means to cover the costs of their stay and return and, if applicable, those of their family members, in accordance with the following amounts:
    • For the interested party: 2,400 euros per month.
    • For each of your family members: 600 euros more per month.

    Bank certificates, pensioners’ certificates and valuation of economic assets (real estate, shares, etc.) will be accepted as proof of financial means.

  2. Lack a criminal record in Spain and in the countries where he/she has resided during the last five years.
  3. Have public or private health insurance with an insurance company authorized to operate in Spain.
  4. Not suffer from any of the diseases that may have serious public health implications according to the International Health Regulations 2005.
  5. Commitment not to work in Spain.

Estimated time

The approximate time for the resolution of the non-profit residence permit is 3 months from the presentation of the application at the corresponding Spanish diplomatic mission or consular office. And one month to collect the visa and travel to Spain.

This procedure must be initiated in the country of origin.

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