Golden Visas Are Gone. How Can You Legalize Your Stay in Spain Now?

In 2024, the Spanish government decided to abolish the so-called “Golden Visa” — the residence permit granted to investors who made large investments in real estate or businesses.
This announcement caused concern among those who didn’t manage to apply in time.

Why were they abolished?
The main reason was the government’s goal to make the housing market more affordable and reduce the impact of investment-based immigration on property prices.
It’s part of a broader EU trend, as similar programs have been cancelled or restricted in several other countries.

What now?
If you didn’t obtain a Golden Visa, it’s not the end of your legalization options. Spain offers several alternative residence routes:

Residence as a self-employed person or digital nomad.
For remote workers and freelancers with foreign contracts.
Requires proof of stable income and clients.
Non-lucrative residence permit.
Suitable for those who don’t intend to work in Spain but can prove passive income or sufficient savings.
A great option for retirees, investors, or anyone wishing to live in Spain without employment.
Student residence with later transition to a work permit.
Residence through Arraigo.
Based on social, family, or employment ties in Spain.
Business registration and active management.
If you plan to not only invest but also manage the project personally, this can serve as a separate basis for residency.
Humanitarian and family grounds.
Each case requires an individual assessment.

Contact us — we’ll find the most suitable and realistic legal path for you.