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Spain · Business and investment

Entrepreneur visa

Who it's for: Foreign nationals who move to Spain to start an innovative business activity of special economic interest to Spain, with close family.

Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.

Last checked 3 Nov 2026

Requirements at a glance

  • Family can join: Yes
  • Decision time: 10 days

What the official pages say

2 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.

  • Family can joinYesOfficial wording
    “También pueden obtener el visado los siguientes familiares del emprendedor:”
  • Decision time10 daysOfficial wording
    “El plazo legal para tomar una decisión es de 10 días a partir del día siguiente a la fecha de presentación de la solicitud”

We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Main fee; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.

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Before you pay anyone

  • Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
  • UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
  • German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
  • Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.
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