For English-speaking expats, remote workers, retirees, and families moving to Spain. We match you with a licensed immigration lawyer or gestor who handles your visa from start to finish.
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Requirements change constantly, every consulate is different, and one small mistake can cost you months. A licensed specialist gets it right the first time — so you can focus on the move, not the paperwork.
Every case is different. Your specialist reviews your situation and guides you toward the right path — but here's an overview of the most common routes.
For remote workers and freelancers earning income from clients or employers outside Spain. Live and work legally in Spain, renewable.
Remote workersFor retirees and those with passive income who want to live in Spain without working. Requires proof of funds and private health insurance.
No work requiredFor those with a job offer from a Spanish employer. Your specialist handles the permit alongside your employer's sponsorship paperwork.
Employed in SpainFor founders and self-employed professionals launching a business in Spain. Requires a viable business plan and official approval.
Founders & self-employedTell us about your situation and we'll match you with the right licensed specialist — usually within one business day.
Answer a few questions about your situation — your nationality, income source, and timeline. Takes less than 2 minutes.
SpainReady identifies the right licensed immigration lawyer or gestor for your specific visa type and introduces you directly.
Your specialist handles the paperwork, appointments, and follow-up in clear English, and keeps you informed at every step.
The people behind SpainReady 🇪🇸
Moving to Spain should be exciting — not buried under forms, consulate appointments, and rules written in a language you don't speak. SpainReady started because English speakers deserve a straight answer and a real person to guide them.
We don't hand you a directory and wish you luck. We review your case, match you with one vetted, licensed specialist who fits your situation, and stay in your corner until you're settled.
Start your caseEvery specialist in our network is reviewed by the SpainReady team before we ever introduce them to you.
We confirm every partner is licensed and in good standing to practise immigration law in Spain.
We check track record, responsiveness, and real client outcomes — not just credentials on paper.
Every partner communicates fluently in English, so nothing gets lost in translation.
"I'd been putting off my Digital Nomad Visa for months because I couldn't make sense of the requirements. SpainReady matched me with a lawyer who handled everything. Approved on the first try."
"As retirees, the Non-Lucrative Visa felt overwhelming. Having someone explain each step in English and deal with the consulate for us was worth every cent."
"They matched me with someone who actually knew my consulate's quirks. No guesswork, no wasted trips. I finally felt like someone had my back."
It depends on your income, work situation, and plans in Spain. Your specialist reviews your case and recommends the right route — you don't have to figure it out alone.
Timelines vary by visa type and consulate, but most applications take a few weeks to a few months. Getting it right the first time is the fastest route — rejections mean starting over.
Government fees are fixed, and your specialist quotes their service fee upfront before you commit. No surprises — you'll know exactly what you're paying for.
No. Every specialist in our network works fluently in English and handles the Spanish-language paperwork and appointments on your behalf.
In most cases, yes — many visas allow you to bring a spouse and dependent children. Your specialist will confirm what applies to your specific route.
That's exactly what a specialist helps you avoid. They prepare your file to meet your consulate's requirements, and advise on next steps if anything needs addressing.
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