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Spain
Highly Qualified & shortage-occupation permits
1–3 months
Processing time
$3,200
Top monthly wage
$950
1BR rent / mo
Medium
Cost of living
Overview
Spain offers work permits for highly qualified professionals, shortage occupations and an attractive Digital Nomad visa. Demand is strong in tech, tourism, healthcare and agriculture.
Highly Qualified route requires a salary above set thresholds for the role.
Highly Qualified Professional
Fast route for qualified specialists and managers.
General Work Permit (Cuenta Ajena)
Employer-sponsored work and residence permit.
EU Blue Card
For graduates meeting the salary threshold.
Digital Nomad Visa
For remote workers and freelancers.
Official government links
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Average wages (monthly)
Software Developer$3,000
Engineer$3,200
Nurse$2,400
Tourism / Hospitality$1,600
Agricultural Worker$1,400
Cost of living (monthly)
1-bedroom rent$950
Food & groceries$320
Transport$60
Utilities$140
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