🇪🇸 Spain visas for British citizens 2026
Last verified: August 31, 2026
British citizens moving to Spain from United Kingdom have 2 main visa routes: Digital Nomad Visa and Non-Lucrative Visa. The fastest is the Digital Nomad Visa at 4–12 weeks. None of them requires a job offer. Every requirement below links to the official government source.
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Compare Spain visas for British citizens: cost, processing time, and requirements
| Visa | Processing | Gov. fee | Job offer | Family | PR path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visanomad | 4–12 weeks | $915 | Not required | Yes | Yes |
| Non-Lucrative Visaretirement | 8–16 weeks | $655 | Not required | Yes | Yes |
Spain visa guides for British citizens
Digital Nomad Visa
nomadFor remote workers employed by (or invoicing) non-Spanish companies. 2026 threshold: 200% of the Spanish minimum wage = €2,849/month (€34,188/year), +€1,068/month for the first family member and +€356/month each additional. 3-year renewable permit. UK applicants pay a £719 reciprocity consular fee.
Non-Lucrative Visa
retirementFor those living on passive income or savings: 400% of IPREM = €28,800/year (unchanged since 2023), plus €7,200/year per dependent. No work allowed in Spain — including remote work for foreign employers. UK consular fee £516 plus a small BLS service charge.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- Can United Kingdom citizens move to Spain?
- Yes. United Kingdom citizens have 2 main routes into Spain: the Digital Nomad Visa and the Non-Lucrative Visa. Each has its own requirements, fees, and processing time, compared on this page.
- What is the fastest Spain visa for British citizens?
- The Digital Nomad Visa typically processes in 4–12 weeks, the shortest of the 2 routes we track. Add time for gathering documents, translations, and apostilles.
- Can British citizens move to Spain without a job offer?
- Yes. The Digital Nomad Visa and the Non-Lucrative Visa do not require a job offer from a Spain employer.
- What is the cheapest Spain visa for British citizens?
- The Non-Lucrative Visa has the lowest government fee at about $655. Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top of every route.
- Which Spain visas let British citizens bring family?
- The Digital Nomad Visa and the Non-Lucrative Visa allow accompanying family members with additional documentation.
- Which Spain visas lead to permanent residency for British citizens?
- The Digital Nomad Visa and the Non-Lucrative Visa offer a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- How much does a Spain visa cost for British citizens?
- Government fees for British citizens are about $915 for the Digital Nomad Visa and $655 for the Non-Lucrative Visa (USD equivalents). Translations, apostilles, medicals, insurance, and courier costs come on top of every route.
- How long does a Spain visa take for British citizens?
- Typical processing is 4–12 weeks for the Digital Nomad Visa and 8–16 weeks for the Non-Lucrative Visa, counted from the date you apply. Add time for gathering documents.