Immigration Lawyer Spain
Whether you are visiting, working, or have settled Spain, making and maintaining your legal obligations as a foreigner in Spain can be complicated. Our immigration lawyers are here to help.
For queries related to visa applications, work permits, or for advice on how to settle to live abroad in Spain, you can get in touch with one of our team today, by contacting us online or calling on +44 (0) 333 305 9375.
Do I Need a Spanish Immigration Lawyer?
Spain is the third most-visited country in the world, loved and enjoyed by tourists from the EU and UK and abroad. Approximately 18 million people visit Spain as a tourist every year, with an additional 2-3 million people opting to stay in Spain long-term through work visas, and around 1 million people choose to settle on a more permanent basis. With a warm climate, great food, a rich culture and heritage and a relaxed lifestyle, it’s no wonder Spain is such a hot spot for millions from around the world to travel to Spain to experience a new way of life.
Relocating to Spain can be complex. The Spanish government offers a large variety of both long term and short term visa options to foreign nationals travelling to Spain, and visa eligibility (or even the need for a visa at all) differs greatly depending on your country of origin, whether or not you are a citizen of the EU or Shengen zone, and on your personal circumstances.
Your ability to stay in Spain as a foreign nationals depends greatly not only on your country of origin, but also your financial situation, the type of work you do and who you work for, any family ties you have in Spain, whether you intend to bring your family to Spain with you, and even depends on your medical and criminal history and whether or not you have reasonable medical insurance coverage.
Even if you have been living in Spain for several years, your visa requirements and residence permit can be difficult to navigate. If you feel a true part of the Spanish culture after living there for an extended period, you may be considering making a Spanish citizenship application. This can be a very complicated process for some as well as quite a tricky legal eligibility framework to navigate, particularly if they are applying through their family members’ lineage.
To ensure you are on the right track and understand your legal circumstances in Spain, it’s essential to have the right support. Total Law can offer you expert legal services that help guide individuals and businesses through their legal requirements, making applications stress-free and straightforward. Whether you’re visiting, working, or settling in Spain, our dedicated team of immigration lawyers can provide comprehensive legal assistance and representation tailored to your needs.
Our Spain Immigration Services
Overview
At Total Law, we are dedicated to providing personalised and expert immigration services tailored to your unique personal circumstances.
Whether you have relocated to Spain for work, study, investment, or family reunification, are seeking Spanish residency or citizenship, or simply are seeking support for navigating Spanish immigration law, our immigration lawyers in Spain offer extensive experience and comprehensive support to help you achieve your goals.
To speak to a member of our experienced team today, call us on +44 (0) 333 305 9375, or get in touch with us online.
Visa Services
With so many visa options available to non-EU citizens, navigating the visa immigration process in Spain can be overwhelming. Our Spain immigration lawyers offer assistance for the wide range of Spain visas, and can help you select the right visa according to your specific situation. Here are some of the visa categories we assist with:
- Tourist Visas: If you’re planning to visit Spain for a short stay, we’ll guide you through the tourist visa (also known as the Schengen visa) application process.
- Student Visas: For those looking to complete a period of study in Spain, you will likely require a student visa. Student visas come with specific financial and immigration procedures, which we can support with.
- Work Visas: For those who are currently employed in Spain or are seeking a work permit in Spain, we can assist with work visa applications, ensuring you comply with Spanish labour laws. We support with work permits such as:
- Digital Nomad visa
- Entrepreneur visa
- Highly Qualified Professional visa
- Non-lucrative visa
- Work permits for businesses and corporate transfers.
- Family Reunification Visas: If you’re already living in Spain and want to bring your family from abroad, we can guide you through the entire process of the family reunification visa.
Residency Permits and Citizenship
Spain offers multiple routes to permanent residency and citizenship, and our team is experienced in navigating Spanish bureaucracy associated with obtaining a residence card and becoming a Spanish citizen. Our team can support with:
- Residence Permits: Whether you’re applying for temporary or long-term residency, we help our clients navigate the whole process and support with residence permit and renewals.
- Golden Visa Program: Spain’s Golden Visa programme allows investors and Spanish property buyers to obtain residency in Spain. If you’re looking to invest in real estate, Spanish corporations, or start a business in Spain, our team is here to advise and represent you.
- Spanish Citizenship: Acquiring Spanish citizenship can be a complicated process, and has a long waiting time of 1-3 years. Our team can make sure that your application is fully eligible and fit for acceptance, so that you don’t have to wait years to find out your submission had rectifiable errors
- Spanish Passport applications: We can help new nationality Spanish citizens to apply for their first Spanish passport.
Rejection Appeals and Legal Representation
If your visa application or residency permit application has been refused, our Spanish immigration lawyers provide legal representation to support you with your case. We handle:
- Deportation cases
- Visa rejection appeals
- Accidental visa overstays
- Passport issues
- Emergency cases.
Our team speaks the local language and is well versed in Spanish law and the immigration processes associated with emergency cases. Total Law is here to represent you in Spanish courts.
Our Immigration Packages
Overview
Total Law offers a range of specific packages to assist clients, depending on the level of legal support you require. These include the following:
- Eligibility checks and Advice packages: For when you need straightforward advice and guidance about your case from a qualified legal professional. Our advice can be tailored for a range of clients and can help establish a viable roadmap to success for your chosen visa route.
- Application packages: For when you need complete peace of mind. You will be assigned a dedicated caseworker who will take care of the entire application process from start to finish, liaising with you to gather key details throughout.
- Document and application checking packages: For clients who are almost there with their applications but need extra reassurance. Our caseworkers can look over your completed application and give tips on how well it conforms to Spanish legal standards and advise on any additional changes that need to be made before it is sent off.
- Appeals package: If you’ve been unsuccessful at applying for a Spanish visa, one of our lawyers can help guide you through making a new application or to lodge an appeal, if you have the option to do so. Employing the assistance of one of our legal team will be instrumental in ensuring you can secure success.
Peace of Mind and Ongoing Support
For many of our clients, the ultimate service we provide is peace of mind. Moving or spending extensive time abroad can be daunting, and the legal process can be tricky to navigate and sometimes overwhelming.
Our team is multilingual and can support you to ensure your time spent in Spain is covered in terms of your immigration status and legal obligations as a foreigner in Spain. Having some of the best immigration lawyers in Spain behind you can give you incredible peace of mind.
Let us be your trusted partner in navigating Spain’s immigration system, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition in the most efficient manner as you settle into a new country.
I'm An EU citizen. Can Total Law Help Me?
Though non-EU citizens tend to have more complicated immigration requirements to navigate, our team is not just here to support non-EU citizens.
Our team at Total Law are highly experienced in EU litigation, and can support you as an EU citizen with any challenges you may face in terms of your immigration status, passport, or residency requirements. For those settling in Spain, whether or not you are an EU citizen, making the transition into a new country can be difficult. We are here to help.
Why Choose Total Law?
Spain is a top destination for those seeking a new life abroad, with over 13% of its population being immigrants. From short-term visas to long-term residency and applications for citizenship, navigating Spain’s immigration system requires detailed and experienced legal knowledge.
That’s why Total Law is here. We have a team of expert immigration lawyers ready to support you today, whether you are simply seeking advice about a short-term visa application, looking for the best work visa option for you, or have been living in Spain for a decade and are looking into the option of Spanish citizenship. We offer personalised immigration support just for you.
To speak with one of our advisers, you can get in touch online, or call us today on +44 (0) 333 305 9375. Total Law is here to help.
Advice Package
Comprehensive immigration advice tailored to your circumstances and goals.
Application Package
Designed to make your visa application as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Fast Track Package
Premium application service that ensures your visa application is submitted to meet your deadline.
Appeal Package
Ensure you have the greatest chance of a successful appeal. We will represent you in any case.
The Advice Package
During this untimed Advice Session with our professional immigration lawyers in London, you will receive our comprehensive advice, completely tailored to your needs and your situation.
The Application Package
With our Application Package, your dedicated immigration lawyer will advise you on your application process and eligibility. Your caseworker will then complete and submit your forms to the Home Office on your behalf.
The Fast Track Package
Our Fast-Track Application Package is a premium service for those who need to submit their application in time with their deadlines. Your case will become a top priority for our lawyers and you will benefit from our highest-quality services.
The Appeal Package
By choosing our Appeal Package, you can rely on our lawyers’ legal knowledge and experience to ensure you have the highest chance of a successful appeal. We will also fully represent you in any hearings/tribunals.
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FAQs
No, applications for residency permits do not require the applicant to be a Spanish speaker. However, if you intend to stay in Spain for an extended period of time, or are even hoping to gain residency in future, having competent Spanish language abilities will be important, so it is advised that you invest time and energy into learning the Spanish language as well as learning about the country’s culture and heritage.
Yes, in most cases you are able to extend your current visa from Spain so long as your visa is still valid and has not expired, as overstaying your visa is considered a violation of immigration law.
Please note that some visas have a limited number of times they can be renewed. If you have been living in Spain for an extended period, it may be that your work or residence requirements have changed, or you will need to be spending longer periods outside of Spain. When this happens, it often means that you could lose your eligibility to reside in Spain on your current visa, and may need to switch to a different type of visa that is more suitable to your new circumstances.
Similarly, if you are hoping to gain citizenship in future but your circumstances now mean you need to spend extended periods abroad, you may lose your eligibility for obtaining Spanish nationality as soon as you would hope. We recommend getting in touch to explore your options.
If your application for a Spanish visa has been rejected, the reasons for rejection should be outlined clearly by the Spanish authorities in the rejection letter.
Often, a visa rejection can happen for simple reasons, such as an error in your application form, or incomplete or missing documents in your submission. If this is the case, you should be able to re-submit a new application without too much hassle. Please note all visa applications are non-refundable, and any resubmissions will require you to pay the visa fee again.
However, sometimes a visa rejection can be unclear, or you may believe the rejection was unjust. If this is the case, you may have grounds to appeal the decision. In this case, it’s essential to seek legal representation. We recommend reaching out to Total Law for expert guidance on your next steps.
