Employee Immigration to Spain | Work Permit Management

Eligibility check first

Pre-hire

Permit management

Full

Coordinated

NIE + TIE

Registration included

SS

Overview

What you need to knowabout this route.

Hiring non-EU talent for your Spanish operation requires a work permit — obtained by the employer before the employee can start. The process involves both the company (sponsoring the permit) and the employee (providing documents), and takes typically 2–3 months from a complete submission.

I manage the entire process from the company side — coordinating with the employee, preparing the employer documentation, handling Extranjería and UGE submissions, and following up until the permit is in hand. Most importantly, I confirm eligibility before any offer is made, so your hiring decisions stand on solid legal ground.

Requirements

Document & eligibilitychecklist.

This is a general checklist — exact requirements depend on your specific situation. I prepare a personalised checklist during your assessment session.

Company registration documents (Spanish entity or foreign company with Spanish footprint)
Job description and role justification
Employment contract draft
Employee's passport and qualification documents
Proof that the position could not be filled by an EU candidate (if applicable)
Employer's Social Security registration and tax compliance certificates
Completed Extranjería application forms
Appointment at Extranjería (I coordinate)

Service packages

Three packages.One specialist.

All packages start with a 60-minute assessment session (€90 standard · €110 with full personalised checklist). The session fee is deducted in full from any package you proceed with.

Package 01

The Essentials

Core Employee Immigration to Spain management — done correctly. Ideal if you're organised and need expert guidance and a solid application.

✓ Eligibility & route assessment
✓ Personalised document checklist
✓ Application form review & guidance
✓ Full document review before submission
✓ Submission guidance (you submit)
✓ Written summary & next steps

Pricing: 90€ × complexity factor

Typically €450–€900 depending on route

Book assessment — €90 →

Package 02 · Most popular

⭐ RECOMMENDED

The Complete

Full Employee Immigration to Spain management — I handle everything from application to TIE. You gather documents, I do the rest.

✓ Everything in The Essentials
✓ Full application management (I submit)
✓ Appointment scheduling & coordination
✓ Follow-up with Extranjería / UGE
✓ Written status updates throughout
✓ TIE appointment & coordination
✓ Requirement response (requerimientos)

Pricing: 90€ × complexity × urgency + costs

Typically €900–€1,800 depending on route

Book assessment — €90 →

Package 03 · Full setup

From A-to-Z

Your complete Spanish setup — Employee Immigration to Spain plus every administrative step to live and work legally in Spain from day one.

✓ Everything in The Complete
✓ TIE cita & full card coordination
✓ Empadronamiento guidance & coordination
✓ Alta en la Seguridad Social
✓ Bank account referral & onboarding
✓ Certificado digital (digital ID certificate)
✓ Post-approval support (30 days)

Pricing: 90€ × complexity × urgency + full costs

Typically €1,800–€3,200 all-inclusive

Book assessment — €90 →

Optional add-ons · All packages

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Urgent Processing

Priority handling for time-sensitive cases. Urgency factor applied to base fee.

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Extra Legal Consultation

Additional 60-minute session — €90 per session, deducted from service if booked.

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Follow-Up Service

Post-approval support beyond the standard window. Renewal alerts included.

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Requirement Response

Full handling of requerimientos (deficiency notices) from Extranjería or UGE.

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Sworn Translations

Coordination of certified sworn translations for all required documents.

💡 Add-ons are confirmed during your assessment session. All fees quoted in writing before work begins.

FAQ

Frequently askedquestions.

Who needs a work permit?▼

Non-EU/EEA nationals who are not already in possession of a Spanish work authorisation. EU citizens have the right to work freely in Spain and do not need a permit.

Can the employee start before the permit is issued?▼

No. The employee cannot start working in Spain until the work permit is issued and the employment contract is in force. Starting work before permit approval is an administrative violation.

How long does the process take?▼

Typically 2–3 months from submission of a complete, correct file. With priority processing, we target the shorter end of this window.

Does the company need to be based in Spain?▼

Not necessarily. Foreign companies with a payroll obligation or service agreement in Spain can sponsor permits in certain circumstances. I assess this case by case.

What happens at renewal?▼

Work permits are typically issued for 1–2 years and linked to the employment contract. I handle renewals and build a permit calendar to ensure no permit lapses undetected.