The highly qualified professional permit (profesional altamente cualificado) is for people who will work for a company in Spain in a position requiring specialist expertise or management skills. Unlike the general work permit, the national employment situation test does not apply, and applications are decided quickly by the Large Companies and Strategic Groups Unit (UGE) in Madrid.
Main requirements
- A higher education degree or at least 3 years of professional experience relevant to the position
- A salary appropriate to the nature of the position and above the set threshold
- A contract signed with the employer
- A clean criminal record and health cover
Advantages
- You can apply from within Spain; a consulate stage is not required
- Your spouse and children can apply at the same time, and your spouse has the right to work
- With the EU Blue Card option, moving to other EU countries is easier
Frequently asked questions
Are the EU Blue Card and the highly qualified professional permit the same thing?
No, they are two separate permits aimed at similar profiles. They differ in salary threshold, duration and mobility to other EU countries; we assess at the consultation which one suits you.
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Requirements and amounts are updated every year. Your file is prepared under the rules in force on the day you apply.