The UK Expansion Worker Visa is the perfect solution for businesses looking to expand their footprint into the UK. This visa is part of the Global Business Mobility route, designed to help companies establish a presence in one of the world’s most vibrant economies.
What is the Spain Entrepreneur Visa?
The Spain Entrepreneur Visa is designed for non-EU entrepreneurs who want to establish and grow an innovative business in Spain. Following the closure of Spain's real-estate-based Golden Visa program for non-EU applicants, this visa has become the country's leading business immigration pathway. Rather than requiring a minimum investment amount, approval is based on the innovation, viability, and economic value of your business idea.
The Spain Entrepreneur Visa offers:
- The opportunity to establish and operate an innovative business in Spain.
- No minimum investment requirement for eligible applicants.
- A pathway to long-term residency and permanent residence in Spain.
Why Choose the Spain Entrepreneur Visa?
- No mandatory minimum investment required.
- Build an innovative business that serves the Spanish and European markets.
- Employ local talent and expand your business within Spain.
- Potential eligibility for the Beckham Law tax regime for qualifying entrepreneurs.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Spain Entrepreneur Visa, applicants must:
- Receive a positive business evaluation from ENISA (Spanish National Innovation Company).
- Present an innovative, viable, and economically beneficial business plan.
- Demonstrate sufficient financial resources to support themselves and their family.
- Maintain valid private health insurance covering Spain.
- Provide a clean criminal record certificate.
Step-by-Step Application Process
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Prepare Your Business Plan:
- Develop a comprehensive business plan highlighting innovation, market potential, financial projections, and economic value.
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ENISA Business Evaluation:
- Submit your business plan to ENISA for evaluation and obtain a positive report.
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Submit Visa Application:
- Apply through the Spanish Consulate or the relevant immigration authority with your approved business plan.
- Pay the applicable government visa fee.
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Document Verification:
- Authorities verify your financial capacity, business proposal, insurance, and supporting documents.
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Visa Approval & Business Establishment:
- Upon approval, relocate to Spain and establish your innovative business.
Required Documents
- Valid Passport
- Completed Visa Application Form
- ENISA Positive Evaluation Report
- Detailed Business Plan
- Proof of Financial Resources or Regular Income
- Private Health Insurance Valid in Spain
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Passport-sized Photograph
Government Fees
The Spain Entrepreneur Visa involves government and professional processing costs:
- ENISA Business Plan Assessment – No government fee.
- Government Visa Fee – Approximately €80 to €200 (depending on nationality).
- Professional Business Plan and Legal Support – Typically €1,500 to €4,000 depending on project complexity.
Benefits of the Spain Entrepreneur Visa
- No minimum investment requirement.
- Operate a business that serves the Spanish market directly.
- Residence permit valid for three years with renewal options.
- Eligible to apply for permanent residence after five years of legal residency.
- Potential access to Spain's Beckham Law tax benefits for qualifying entrepreneurs.
Family Inclusion
Eligible family members may accompany you under the Spain Entrepreneur Visa.
- Spouse or registered partner.
- Dependent children and financially dependent adult children.
- Dependent parents may also qualify in certain circumstances.
Processing Timelines
- ENISA business evaluation generally takes around 60 working days.
- Residence permit approval is typically issued within approximately 20 working days after receiving a favourable ENISA report.
- The complete process usually takes around 3 to 5 months from business plan submission to visa approval.
Why Choose Ubicor Capital for Your Spain Entrepreneur Visa?
Ubicor Capital provides end-to-end assistance for entrepreneurs looking to establish innovative businesses in Spain.
- Business Idea Evaluation & Eligibility Assessment.
- Professional Business Plan Development.
- ENISA Submission & Approval Support.
- Complete Visa Documentation & Application Assistance.
- Comprehensive Support for Business Setup and Family Relocation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ENISA is looking for innovative products and new economic opportunities typically in the tech, green tech, biotech and other fields that are generally scalable, for the Spanish side. This path is not likely to be approved if there’s no innovation in your business, like a café, restaurant or franchise.
Under the visa, there is no minimum investment amount in Spain. It’s not an amount that you need to come up with, it’s your approved business plan that you have to show!
An unfavourable ENISA report does not mean that it is final. Typically, some changes to the business plan can be made to address the concerns and the business plan can be resubmitted or appealed directly.
Depends on type of business. The course is designed for getting your business up and running or growing your business to be a truly innovative business. In the case of acquisitions, the business or project needs to strongly offer an innovative and/or growth aspect.
The Entrepreneur Visa is not required; although it will be an advantage to be somewhat fluent in Spanish in order to conduct business in a proper way, it will be an advantage to be capable to speak some Spanish to be able to become a part of Spanish society eventually.
