Doble Nacionalidad Espana 2026: Quien Puede Tener Dos Pasaportes
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La doble nacionalidad entre España y otro país esta permitida en algunos casos y prohibida en otros. Saber donde se situa tu nacionalidad de origen en el marco bilateral español determina si hacerse español exige renunciar a tu pasaporte original — al menos formalmente. El marco lo configuran los artículos…
Dual Citizenship Spain 2026: Who Can Hold Two Passports
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Dual citizenship between Spain and another country is allowed in some cases and prohibited in others. Knowing where your nationality of origin sits in the Spanish bilateral framework determines whether becoming Spanish requires renouncing your original passport — at least formally. The framework is shaped by Article 11 and Article…
Nacionalidad por Matrimonio en Espana 2026: Proceso y Plazos
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La nacionalidad espanola por matrimonio es una de las vias de naturalizacion mas rapidas disponibles, pero no es automatica — exige residencia legal, inscripcion del matrimonio en Espana, y un proceso de solicitud regulado por el articulo 22 del Codigo Civil. El titular es alentador: un conyuge extranjero de nacional…
Spanish Nationality by Marriage 2026: Process and Timeline
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You married a Spanish national — and you may have assumed that made you Spanish too, or nearly. It does not, but it opens one of the fastest routes there is.You can apply for Spanish nationality after just one year of legal residence in Spain (Art 22.2 of the Civil…
Nacionalidad Espanola para Latinoamericanos 2026: Via de 2 Anos
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Los nacionales latinoamericanos disfrutan de una de las ventajas migratorias más significativas disponibles en Europa: un plazo reducido de nacionalidad de solo 2 años de residencia legal en España, frente al requisito estándar de 10 años para la mayoría de nacionalidades. Este privilegio esta consagrado en el artículo 22 del…
Spanish Citizenship for Latin Americans 2026: 2-Year Pathway
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Latin American nationals enjoy one of the most significant immigration advantages available anywhere in Europe: a reduced citizenship timeline of just 2 years of legal residence in Spain, compared to the standard 10-year requirement for most nationalities. This privilege is enshrined in Article 22 of the Spanish Civil Code, which…
Spanish Citizenship by Residence: New Ruling Makes Integration Requirements Clearer – and Stricter
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TL;DR A recent judgment of the Spanish National Court (Audiencia Nacional, 17 September 2025, rec. 539/2025, ECLI:ES:AN:2025:3797) confirms that: You must already have passed the DELE (Spanish language) and CCSE (constitutional and socio-cultural) exams, or have a granted exemption, before filing your application. You cannot file first and “complete” integration…
Discovering Spain’s “Valencian Tuscany”: A Golden Opportunity for U.S. Non-Lucrative Visa Holders
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After reading today’s Idealista newsletter about the so-called “Valencian Tuscany”—the scenic area spanning Xàtiva, Ontinyent, Fontanars dels Alforins, Moixent, and La Font de la Figuera—I immediately thought of my most valued audience: American holders of Spain’s Non-Lucrative Visa. Here’s why this region checks all the right boxes, plus a quick…
Comprehensive Guide to Obtaining Spanish Residency and Nationality for EU/EEA, Swiss, and Non-EU Nationals (2025 Edition)
Thinking about making Spain your home? Tell us what you are facingEmail marialuisa@costaluzlawyers.es with a short description of your situation. We reply with the next step and who in the firm handles it. If your question turns on your own documents or figures, reviewing them is a separate, scoped service…
Is it Cheaper to Rent or Buy Property? A Look at the U.S. Market vs. Spain
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The real estate market in the United States has undergone significant changes in recent years. According to The Economist, the cost of homeownership has soared, making it a less attractive option for many Americans. High property prices, combined with rising mortgage rates, are forcing people to reconsider whether renting or…
Example: The Real Economic Benefits of the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) for US Retirees in 2025
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Example: The Real Economic Benefits of the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) for US Retirees Meet John and Mary, a retired couple from California with a combined annual income of $70,000 (€65,000) from pensions and investment dividends. They are considering relocating to Spain under the NLV program in 2025. Here’s how…
FAQ: New Spanish Immigration Regulation (Royal Decree 1155/2024, Effective May 2025)
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What Is Royal Decree 1155/2024? Spain Immigration Regulation 2025 Explained Quick Answer What: Overview of the complete 2025 Spanish immigration regulation (Reglamento de Extranjeria) reform. Who it’s for: Immigration lawyers, expats, and non-EU nationals navigating Spain’s updated residency rules. Key fact: The regulation introduces faster processing, new arraigo categories, and…
What Are Spain’s NLV and DNV? Definitions, Requirements and Common Questions
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DNV stands for Digital Nomad Visa — Spain’s residence permit for remote workers employed by, or contracting with, companies outside Spain. NLV is the Non-Lucrative Visa, for people with sufficient income who will not work in Spain. The two are routinely confused; this page explains the 2025 immigration changes to…
New Extension to Apply for Spanish Nationality under the Democratic Memory Law
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Introduction: The Spanish government has approved an extension for people eligible for Spanish nationality under the Democratic Memory Law. this law provided a pathway for descendants of Spaniards who were exiled for political, ideological, religious, or other reasons. Below, we answer some common questions to help you understand this recent…
Spanish passport is the strongest in Europe
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The Spanish Passport is considered one of the most desirable in the world and is highly sought after. It is the strongest in Europe and ranks 3rd in the world, allowing more freedom of movement for Spanish citizens to over 190 countries worldwide. Why is the Spanish Passport so powerful?…
How to claim a life insurance policy in Spain
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As we’ve mentioned before, inheritance tax (IHT) in Spain is a complex matter and it can become even more complicated when the heirs and/or deceased are not resident in Spain for tax purposes. Important: Spanish succession follows two distinct paths depending on whether the deceased left a valid will (testate)…
Your guide to converting a non-lucrative visa to a self-employed visa in Spain
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As followers of the Costaluz Lawyers blog section will know, getting a non-lucrative visa is challenging if you’re under retirement age. In fact, we’ve noticed that Spanish Consulates are now reluctant to approve any applications from non-EEA nationals who are of working age. However, if you do have a non-lucrative…
European Court ruling on absences for long-term residency
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The latest directive from the European Court of Justice rules that absences from long-term residency in Spain may amount to “just a few days” in a year. The decision finally brings clarity to a previously grey area on how long you could stay away from Spain without risking the loss…
Residency in Spain – The Contentious Administrative Appeal – Questions and Answers
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We are receiving many clients who would like to appeal their residency administrative decisions. There is a lot of confusion about the contentious administrative appeal. In this blog post, we would like to respond to the most common questions. What is the Contentious Administrative Appeal? The contentious administrative appeal is…
Your Guide to Moving To Spain if you are the owner of a UK Company
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If you are the owner of a company registered in the UK, get paid dividends, and would like to move to Spain, but you do not want to relocate your business, we have the solution for you. The Non-Lucrative Visa is your perfect route, as it will allow you to…
A guide to double tax residency in Spain
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In general terms, you are tax resident in the country that you spend more than 183 days in a year. However, there are circumstances that mean a person can be resident in more than one country in which case each country may apply their own legal criteria. This situation has…
Changing from a non-lucrative visa to a long-term residence permit in Spain
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After five years on the Non-Lucrative Visa, you have the right to apply for long-term residency — the residence card that no longer needs renewing every two years.Most NLV holders don’t realise it is a separate application, not an automatic upgrade: you must apply, prove five years of continuous legal…
How to register as a non-EU family member of a Spanish resident or EU citizen resident in Spain
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You are in Spain and want a non-EU family member — a spouse, partner, child, or dependent parent — to join you. The most common mistake is assuming that because you have the right to live here, your family has the same right by default. They do not.Which route applies…
Andalusia’s economic growth overtakes Catalonia’s
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Catalonia’s economic dominance has been dwindling since the 2008 financial crisis. For the first time in history, Andalusia has overtaken its northern neighbour for investment and employment opportunities. Andalusia continues to register more new companies since March 2020Andalusia now contributes the highest number of self-employed workers in Spain. One in three…
Guide to legalising your situation in Spain
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If you’re living or working in Spain without the correct permit, you may be interested in legalizing your situation in Spain. In this article, we look at how to change your status from illegal to legal. And the good news is that, with the right paperwork and legal assistance, it…
Do You Need Military Permission to Buy a Property in Spain
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The UK’s exit from the EU has brought to light new issues affecting British nationals wanting to live and/or purchase a home in Spain. The latest one involves getting military permission to buy a property in Spain. British buyers were previously unaffected by this requisite but as non-EU nationals since…
Your Guide to What to Do if Your Application for Residence in Spain is Rejected
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It is relatively common for an application for residence in Spain to be rejected. The same applies to residence permit renewals. At Costaluz Lawyers, we have noticed a slight increase in rejections of Spanish residency applications, particularly among British citizens after Brexit. In this article, we look at what to…
What visa do you need to work remotely from Spain?
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The pandemic has changed many things in our lives radically and particularly the way we work. So many of us now have been working from home since covid-19 arrived and this trend looks set to continue. But working remotely does not necessarily have to be from home, opening up new…
Non-Lucrative Visa Spain — Avoid Rejections & Legal Mistakes
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Updated for 2025 financial requirements (IPREM included). The Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa is not difficult, but it is easy to get wrong — particularly for UK applicants navigating consular-specific requirements.Most refusals are caused by small legal or consular-specific mistakes that online checklists don’t mention. For an overview of all legal routes…