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For those with sufficient disposable income, the Spanish Golden Visa program is a great option for gaining legal residency in Spain. There are several investment routes to choose from for individuals and families looking to live in Spain. Whether you want to live or work in Spain right away or at some point in the future, a Golden Visa is an excellent long-term investment. You could be on the road to becoming a permanent resident or even Spanish citizenship before you know it. That said, the Spanish Golden Visa application process won’t be smooth sailing if you go into it unprepared.

As with any Spanish residency visa application, you should make sure you’re actually eligible before spending time and money on the Golden Visa application process. These are the main criteria for Spanish Golden Visa eligibility:

⦿ Non-EU citizen (now includes the UK)

⦿ Non-EEA or Swiss citizen

⦿ Over 18 years old

⦿ No criminal record

⦿ No refused previous visa applications

⦿ Sufficient funds to support yourself/your family

⦿ Proof of a qualifying investment in Spain

⦿ Satisfactory medical insurance

If you’re a financially independent adult from outside the EU/EEA with no criminal history and the ability to meet the minimum investment requirements, then you shouldn’t have any issues. It’s also possible to include eligible family members in your application, too – namely your spouse and children under 18 years old. Other immediate relatives may be eligible if you can prove they’re financially dependent on you, such as adult children in full-time education or elderly parents.

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