Golden Visa

The Golden Visa (also known as the investor visa) is a residence permit for investors that allows non-resident foreign nationals to live and work legally in Spain if they make a significant capital investment. This visa was created to support entrepreneurs and international investment, with the aim of attracting non-EU investors.

In the real estate sector, the acquisition of property in Spain must involve a minimum investment of €500,000 free of any charges or encumbrances, meaning without loans or mortgages.

The Golden Visa is valid for one year, except when purchasing property through a deposit agreement (arras contract), in which case it is valid for six months. After this period, the investor must apply for a residence permit in order to continue living and working in Spain for a further period of three years.

The investor's family members may also apply for the visa, including the spouse or partner, children under the age of 18 or financially dependent children, and dependent parents.

This visa is governed by Law 14/2013, of 27 September, to support entrepreneurs and their internationalization.

In Santa Cristina d’Aro and Sant Feliu de Guíxols we can help you with obtaining your residence visa with Golden Visa. Find out more at our Finques Santa Cristina - Immo el Portalet offices