Move to Spain from the UK in 2025

Q: Can I still emigrate to Spain from the UK after Brexit?

Yes, thousands of British citizens are still moving to Spain. The rules changed with Brexit, but it's absolutely legal and possible if you follow the right path. Since 2021, UK nationals are treated as third-country applicants. That means you need a long-stay visa to live in Spain more than 90 days at a time. We help clients who want to retire early in Spain, work remotely from Spain, move family to a better lifestyle, or start a business or relocate income abroad.

Q: How much money do you need to move to Spain?

The financial requirements vary by visa, and getting them wrong is a common cause of rejection. Typical minimums: Non-Lucrative Visa around €30,000/year per adult; Digital Nomad Visa around €2,778/month net income; Entrepreneur Visa business capital plus around €25,000 living allowance; Golden Visa €500,000 property investment (no mortgage counted). Additional costs: private health insurance (~€600–€1,000/year), translations and legalisation of documents (~£300–£500), visa and consulate fees, and first-month relocation, deposit or short-term accommodation.

Q: What paperwork do you need to emigrate to Spain?

Pre-visa paperwork for UK nationals: application forms (EX-01, EX-07, etc.); proof of income/savings; valid passport; criminal background certificate; private health insurance; apostilled medical certificate; and sworn translations. After visa approval: travel to Spain; obtain your NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero); obtain your TIE (Foreigner Identity Card); complete local town hall registration (Padrón); set up a bank account; and register for tax if required.

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How We Can Help?

If you’re ready to leave the UK behind, our Spanish emigration experts handle everything to help you get your visa quickly – so you don’t make expensive mistakes.

✅ Personal legal guidance
✅ Spanish visa applications handled for you
✅ Expert help from UK-based lawyers

We see it all the time: avoidable errors that cost people months of delays or total rejection. Here’s what to watch for:

Common Mistakes when applying for a Spanish Visa:

Submitting UK bank statements without proper certification
Applying with the wrong health insurance (needs repatriation cover!)
Failing to legalise your criminal record or medical letter
Misunderstanding “passive income” vs. employment income
Trying to apply while in Spain on the wrong visa
Not planning for tax residency and double taxation issues

We can help avoid these problems before they become showstoppers.

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Can I Still Emigrate to Spain from the UK After Brexit?

Yes – thousands of British citizens are still moving to Spain. The rules changed with Brexit, but it’s absolutely legal and possible – if you follow the right path.

Since 2021, UK nationals are treated as third-country applicants. That means you need a long-stay visa to live in Spain more than 90 days at a time.

We help clients who want to:

Retire early in Spain
Escape the UK tax system
Work remotely from Spain
Move family to a better lifestyle
Start a business or relocate income abroad

📌 Good to know: You don’t need to be rich – you just need to be compliant. We show you how.

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How to Emigrate to Spain from the UK – Step by Step

Moving to Spain involves more than booking a flight — and DIY approaches often end in visa rejection or long delays.

Here’s what the legal route looks like:

Select your visa route based on your income, work situation, and family
Gather and legalise your documents – translations, apostilles, medicals, etc.
Submit your visa application via the Spanish Consulate in the UK
Travel to Spain and register with local authorities
Apply for your TIE card and become a legal resident

Build your emigration plan, we take care of all the technical steps – and make sure you don’t miss anything that could lead to refusal.

Which Spain Visa Is Right for You?

Here’s a quick breakdown of the most common visa options we help clients secure:

✅ Spain Non-Lucrative Visa (Most Popular for Retirees)

No work allowed – perfect for retirees or early exiters
Requires passive income or savings (€2,400/month per person)
One-year visa, renewable
Leads to permanent residency in 5 years

✅ Spain Digital Nomad Visa (Best for Remote Workers)

Must work for non-Spanish clients or employer
Income threshold ~€33,000/year
Apply from UK or from within Spain
Allows family members to join and work too

✅ Spain Entrepreneur or Self-Employed Visa

For starting a business in Spain
Requires a strong business plan and financial proof
Business case requried for government approval

✅ Spain Family Reunification Visa

Bring your spouse, children, or dependent parents
Financial requirements apply
Must prove existing legal residency in Spain

How Much Money Do You Need to Move to Spain?

The financial requirements vary by visa – and getting them wrong is a common cause of rejection. We help you document your finances clearly and correctly.

Typical minimums:

Non-Lucrative Visa: ~€30,000/year per adult
Digital Nomad Visa: ~€2,778/month net income
Entrepreneur Visa: Business capital + €25,000 living allowance
Golden Visa: €500,000 property investment (no mortgage counted)

📌 Additional costs:

Private health insurance (~€600–€1,000/year)
Translations & legalisation of documents (~£300–£500)
Visa & consulate fees
First-month relocation, deposit, or short-term accommodation

What Paperwork Do You Need to Emigrate to Spain?

Pre-visa Paperwork for UK nationals moving to Spain:

Application forms (EX-01, EX-07, etc.)
Proof of income/savings
Valid passport
Criminal background certificate
Private health insurance
Apostilled medical certificate
Sworn translations

After visa approval:

Travel to Spain
NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero)
TIE (Foreigner Identity Card)
Local town hall registration (Padrón)
Bank account setup
Tax registration (if required)

Final Call: Ready to Emigrate to Spain from the UK?

Imagine this: warm evenings, a relaxed pace of life, lower tax pressure, and more time for what really matters.

Whether you’re looking for freedom, family time, financial flexibility, or just a new beginning – we help you make Spain your home.

And we do it with confidence, clarity, and compliance.

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Emigrate to Spain Package

With our Move to Spain package, you get:

✅ Visa strategy call with an Italian immigration expert
✅ Complete visa document preparation
✅ Translations and legalisations sorted
✅ Full support from visa to residence permit

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£ 1,999 Fixed Fee

Eligibility Assessment
Criteria Understanding
Guided Process
Document Preparation
Dedicated Support