The threshold is 200% of the minimum wage
Spain’s minimum wage (SMI) rose to €1,221/month under Royal Decree 126/2026 — and the visa threshold rose with it. The surcharge per additional family member is not uniform: the first dependant costs more than each one after.
What the full cost consists of
Government fees differ by filing route — through a consulate (a 1-year visa) or through the Unidad de Grandes Empresas, UGE (a 3-year status right away).
How the process runs
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Frequent questions
Why did the threshold rise in 2026?
Spain’s minimum wage (SMI) rose to €1,221/month under Royal Decree 126/2026 — the visa requires 200% of it, hence the rise to €2,849/month. Materials written before this decision may show an outdated, lower figure.
What is the Beckham Law and how do you get it?
A special tax regime: a flat 24% rate on Spanish-sourced income (up to €600,000/year) instead of the progressive scale up to 47%, with foreign income generally exempt. It is NOT granted automatically with the visa — you must apply within 6 months of starting work in Spain, or the right is lost.
A 1-year visa or 3-year status right away — what’s the difference?
Through a consulate you get a 1-year visa (~€90); through the Unidad de Grandes Empresas (UGE) you can get a 3-year status right away (€73.26) — the second route is not available to every applicant profile.
How long does it really take?
From first contact to visa in hand: 4–12 weeks, including the appointment (usually 2 weeks) and review (15–45 days). The TIE card after entry takes another 30–45 days.
Who can be included in the application?
A spouse and children. The first dependant’s surcharge is higher (€916/month), each subsequent one lower (€305/month) — the scale is not linear.
Do you need to live in Spain continuously?
To keep the status — over 183 days a year, which also determines tax residency.
Sources
Figures are for reference only. Verified against official sources on 26 August 2026. A precise quote is issued by the appointed firm after document review. This material is not legal advice, a public offer or investment advice.