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Spain simplifies life for self-employed workers: Combined visa and residency now available
Self-employed professionals can now apply for their visa and work authorisation together, with Heniam making the process simple
Who can apply?
- Anyone aged 16 or over who wants to engage in self-employed activity in Spain.
- Applicants must meet general requirements for visas, as well as additional requirements for self-employed work.
Documents you’ll need
- Visa application form – fill out all sections and sign. Minors must have a parent sign.
- Passport photo – recent, passport-size, facing forward, against a light background.
- Valid passport – at least 1 year remaining, issued in the last 10 years, with two blank pages.
- Criminal record check – from all countries where you’ve lived in the last 5 years, legalised/apostilled and translated into Spanish. UK applicants submit the ACRO certificate.
- Medical certificate – issued by a registered doctor, confirming you don’t have diseases that could seriously affect public health. Must be legalised/apostilled and translated if not in Spanish.
- Proof of residence in the consular district where you are applying.
- Proof of parent/guardian identity (if you are a minor).
- Visa fee payment – varies by country, check the consulate’s website.
- EX-07 Form – your application for self-employed work authorisation (residency).
- Activity permits and licenses – required for your business; include certification of applications if they haven’t been granted yet.
- Professional qualifications – diplomas or certificates required for your profession, legalised/apostilled and translated if needed.
- Business plan – detailing your planned investment, expected income and potential jobs created.
- Proof of financial means – bank statements or commitments showing you have enough funds to support your business.
- Work authorisation fees – forms 790-052 and 790-062, completed and paid. Some exemptions apply here.
How to apply
- Submit in person at the Spanish Visa Application Centre in your country (e.g., BLS London for UK applicants).
- The consulate may request extra documents or a personal interview.
- Decision timeline: usually up to 4 months, but can be extended if additional info or interviews are required.
- Visa collection: once approved, collect in person (or via representative if a minor) within 1 month of notification.
What happens if your visa is refused?
- Refusals are provided in writing, with reasons stated.
- You can appeal within 1 month to the consulate.
- Judicial review in Madrid is possible within 2 months of refusal or appeal dismissal.
What happens if your visa is approved?
- Visa validity: 1 year.
- Once in Spain:
- Register with Social Security within 3 months.
- Apply for your Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) within 1 month of Social Security registration.
Sworn translations & legalisations
- All foreign documents must be legalised/apostilled and translated into Spanish.
- Medical certificates and criminal records must be legalised, but the Hague Apostille does not need translation if already in Spanish.
Make it easier with Heniam & Associates
- They provide an initial consultation to assess your eligibility.
- Help you gather and prepare all necessary documentation.
- Submit the application on your behalf and monitor its progress.
- Address any additional requirements that arise.
- Assist after approval, such as registering family members with local authorities.
Mobile: 0034 689 017 754
Heniam & Associates for Conveyancing, paperwork, legal advice and immigration throughout the Region of Murcia
Catering for the needs of expats living all over Spain, and particularly in the Costa Cálida and the Costa Blanca, Heniam & Associates offer a wide range of services including conveyancing, legal and administrative advice.
At the same time, their team of dedicated professionals appreciate the need to assist you in an easy and reliable manner, allowing you as much time as possible to enjoy your freedom, relax and make the most out of life in Spain. Without sacrificing efficiency, they offer personalised services to each and every client, listening to their needs in order to provide exactly the right service and desired outcome.
In the all-important field of Legal and Administrative Services, Heniam & Associates provide help in a wide range of matters including (but not limited to):
- Conveyancing
- Legal and professional communication assistance
- NIE and TIE Applications
- Commercial and company set-up and licensing
- Spanish health and administrative services
- Support and assistance with regulatory bodies
- Professional will writing services and advice on intestate inheritance laws (both in the UK and in Spain)
- Contract drafting (for businesses and individuals)
- Dispute resolution
- Digital signatures and certificates
Whether taking advantage of our conveyancing services or any other legal matter Heniam & Associates’ business partner HeniamLegal will represent you in the best possible way, excelling especially in their conveyancing service.
When buying a property in a foreign country it can be challenging to understand all of the
steps that have to be taken. Heniam knows that buying a home can be stressful and
they want to ensure that you have the resources that you need to make sure that the
transaction is as smooth as possible so that you can start to enjoy your new home without worrying about the details and any purchase pitfalls.
HeniamLegal will be on hand to assist you with every part of the process. They have
dedicated professionals on hand to assist you every step of the way ensuring that all
of the relevant checks and investigations are carried out and, of course, negotiating on your behalf and protecting your interests. You will always have the support you need with HeniamLegal and Heniam & Associates.
In addition, translation services are provided either for written documents or for occasions such as visits to the doctor or to administrative offices, and assistance is provided in finding the best deal on foreign currency transfers.
They have two offices in the Region of Murcia, one on La Manga Club and one in Los Belones:
- Monday to Friday: 9.30am - 2pm
Afternoon appointments available on request
To find out how Heniam & Associates can help you by taking the strain out of life in Spain, contact them for further information!
