At a Glance
Spanish immigration authorities have issued detailed policy instructions clarifying eligibility criteria for the most-widely used Spanish work authorization types under the Entrepreneurs Act. The changes present a mixed picture of more transparent processing and broader eligibility for dependents; but restricted eligibility for foreign nationals with limited professional experience.
The situation
Spanish immigration authorities have issued detailed policy instructions clarifying eligibility criteria for the most-widely used Spanish work authorization types under the Entrepreneurs Act.
Key changes include the following:
The policy changes include smaller changes related to investors, regulated professions, entrepreneurs and researchers.
Background
Spanish authorities have been reviewing the requirements for applicants to be considered highly qualified since July 2018, specifically by increasing the required salary level and adding a salary check to the application process, and temporarily barring non-specialist roles.
Looking ahead
Fragomen expects Spanish authorities to continue reviewing and adjusting the immigration policy over the coming months, in an effort to streamline the immigration process for highly-qualified foreign workers.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
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