Spain digital nomad visa from the U.S.: documents, FBI record and apostille

Document checklists can vary by consular district. Always use the requirements published by the Spanish consulate responsible for your U.S. residence.

Remote work and professional experience

An employee works for companies outside Spain; a self-employed professional may maintain a limited share of activity with Spanish clients. Applicants generally document the company's history, the length of the professional relationship, authorization to work from Spain and sufficient education or professional experience.

Income, insurance and Social Security

The principal applicant demonstrates resources under a formula tied to Spain's minimum wage. Applicants must also address qualifying health coverage and the applicable Social Security obligations.

FBI background check

The Spanish consular checklists reviewed for U.S. applicants require an FBI record rather than a local police report. Because it is federal, its apostille comes from the U.S. Department of State, not Florida, and it must be accompanied by an official Spanish translation.

Other U.S. documents

Degrees, company certificates and civil records may require apostilles and translations. Contracts and private letters follow the form specified by the consulate; they should not be apostilled without first checking that requirement.

Frequently asked questions

Will a state background check work?

The U.S. consular checklists specify the FBI record.

Where is the FBI record apostilled?

At the U.S. Department of State because it is a federal document.

Can I follow another consulate's checklist?

That is not advisable. Check the office with jurisdiction over your residence.

Official sources

Consulate of Spain in Washington — Telework visa · Consulate of Spain in New York — Telework visa