Eligibility for the NLV is fairly straightforward on paper, but a successful applicant will need to provide a convincing application to their assigned consulate, with all items carefully collected, legalized, and translated as needed. All applicants must provide:

• Financial means — sufficient savings, retirement income, or passive income to support yourself and any family members without needing to work. This is typically shown through bank statements, social security/ pension letters, or investment statements.
• Health coverage — a private health insurance policy with no co-payments and full coverage in Spain, valid for at least one year.
• Clean criminal record — a background check certificate from your home country (or countries you’ve lived in over the past 5 years), apostilled and certified translated.
• Additional items — requirements vary depending on individual circumstances. We tailor each client’s list to their specific situation to ensure the best possible outcome with the consulate.

We begin all Non-Lucrative Visa applications with a consultation call to discuss your specifics and confirm you meet the eligibility criteria. Book a consultation here. Our Non-Lucrative Visa services include full application guidance: we help you build a timeline, collect your paperwork, review everything before submission, prepare official forms, connect you with healthcare and translation services, and support you through your appointment at the Spanish consulate in your home country with an expertly crafted application packet.