Once you have started living in Spain, renewing your permit on time and under the right type is important so that your path to permanent residence and citizenship is not interrupted.
Renewal
- You apply within the 60 days before the permit's expiry date; you can also apply within the following 90 days, but the delay may lead to a fine
- On renewal, you show that the requirements of the initial application are still met: income, insurance, the employment relationship, time spent in Spain
- Once you have applied, your current permit is treated as valid until a decision is issued
Changing permit type
As your life changes, your permit type can change too: from student to employee, from the non-lucrative visa to a work permit, from employee to self-employed. Each change has its own requirements and timing.
Long-term residence
People who have resided in Spain continuously and legally for 5 years can apply for long-term residence (residencia de larga duración). This permit gives you the right to work on the same terms as Spanish citizens. Time spent outside the country is limited in the calculation; we check the entries and exits in your file together.
Frequently asked questions
My permit has expired. What should I do?
You can apply for renewal within 90 days of the expiry date. If that period has also passed, we will look together at other routes suited to your situation; we recommend booking a consultation without delay.
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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.