Do you qualify for a Spanish Highly Qualified Visa?
At Giambrone & Partners, our award-winning immigration lawyers in Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga, and Gran Canaria provide expert legal advice in Spanish immigration law. We offer clear, multilingual guidance for professionals, families, and businesses, including support for obtaining Highly Qualified Visas and other employment permits, helping clients navigate Spain’s immigration system efficiently and successfully.
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Expert Spanish Immigration Services
Our English-speaking immigration lawyers provide personalised legal assistance for individuals, families, and multinational companies. We guide clients through every stage of the Spanish immigration process from eligibility assessment to residence permit approval, ensuring clarity and compliance throughout.
Highly Qualified Visa (HQV)
The Spanish Highly Qualified Visa is designed for non-EU nationals who have received a job offer in Spain for a skilled, managerial, or technical position. It allows foreign professionals to live and work legally in Spain while contributing their expertise to strategic sectors of the Spanish economy.
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify for the HQV if you meet the following conditions:
- You are a non-EU national
- You hold a valid job offer from a Spanish company or a multinational with operations in Spain
- You have a university degree, master’s, or PhD, or can demonstrate at least three years of professional experience in your field
- Your salary meets the minimum requirement of:
- €40,077 per year for qualified professionals
- €54,142 per year for executives and managers
- You have a clear criminal record and health insurance coverage
The hiring company must also meet specific criteria, such as being a large enterprise (250+ employees) or belonging to a strategic sector like technology, renewable energy, research, or healthcare.
Key Benefits
The Highly Qualified Visa offers numerous advantages, including:
- Work and residence authorisation for one year, renewable under the same conditions
- Family reunification rights allow close relatives to join the applicant in Spain
- Freedom of movement within the Schengen Area
- Fast-track processing through the UGE-CE (Large Companies and Strategic Groups Unit)
- Access to potential training and career advancement opportunities in Spain
Application Process
Applicants can submit their HQV application:
- From within Spain, if they already hold legal status (e.g., a Schengen visa)
- Through the Spanish Consulate in their country of residence
Required documentation includes:
- A letter from the employer detailing the job title, salary, and contribution group to the Spanish Social Security
- Proof of academic or professional qualifications
- Criminal record certificate
- Marriage and/or birth certificates, if applying with dependants
- Certificates from Spanish authorities confirming the company’s eligibility and absence of debts.
Our immigration team assists clients in preparing, translating, and legalising all documentation to avoid delays and ensure a smooth approval process.
Intra-Corporate Transfers and Special Categories
The HQV also applies to:
- Intra-company transfers for executives and specialists moving within a global group
- Artists performing in Spain who can demonstrate a recognised career and professional portfolio
- Professionals joining strategic SMEs that promote Spain’s economic development
How Giambrone & Partners Can Help
Giambrone’s experienced Spanish immigration lawyers offer comprehensive assistance throughout the entire HQV process, including:
- Evaluating eligibility and advising on required documentation
- Preparing and submitting applications to the UGE-CE or consular offices
- Managing document legalisation, translation, and certification
- Coordinating with Spanish authorities to expedite processing
- Filing appeals or renewals when necessary
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Why Choose Giambrone & Partners?
With years of expertise in Spanish corporate and immigration law, Giambrone & Partners is a trusted choice for professionals, executives, and multinational companies seeking legal residence in Spain.
Our multilingual lawyers provide clear, efficient, and personalised guidance, ensuring compliance with Spanish immigration regulations while maximising your chances of success.
We are proud to assist clients worldwide, from graduates of international business schools to senior managers relocating for strategic roles, helping them live and work in Spain with confidence.
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