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Residence permit for employment in Spain

At Cohen & Aguirre, we make it easy for you to obtain your work permit under the Immigration Law.

Specialists in Ibero-American profiles, we manage your authorization so you can live and work legally in Spain with a stable employment contract and the backing of an expert legal team.

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Get Your Spanish Nationality in 2 years

Thanks to legal and continuous residence in Spain for 2 years, Ibero-Americans can obtain Spanish nationality. Obtaining legal residence without investment in Spain is possible.
We offer you a personalized approach, backed by immigration experts in Spain with extensive experience in the process from obtaining non-lucrative residency to achieving Spanish nationality. Our commitment is to simplify every step, save you time and effort, and guarantee your success on this exciting migratory journey.

What is the residence permit for employees in Spain?

The Residence permit for employment in Spain it is the legal authorization to live in Spain working for a specific company.

This permit is processed from your country of origin and requires a prior employment contract validated by the Spanish authorities.

Who Can Apply?

This visa is aimed at non-EU citizens over 16 years of age. Specifically, they must have a formal job offer in Spain. Likewise, it is mandatory to prove the necessary qualification for the position. In short, the worker's profile must comply with current legal requirements.

Application requirements

You must have no criminal record and have a contract that exceeds the National Employment Situation. Important: If you are a national of Chile or Perú, this restriction does not apply and you can access any job position.

Required documentation

You will need a valid passport, an apostilled criminal record certificate, and the signed contract. The company must provide its tax identification number (CIF), proof of financial solvency, and social security registration.

How does the process work?

The employer applies for the authorization in Spain and, after approval, you process the visa at your consulate. Upon arriving in Spain, the process ends with your registration in the Social Security system and obtaining the TIE.

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José A. Canela

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Vetania Sánchez

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Lucía Martínez

Immigration Lawyer

Lucía Martinez

Immigration Lawyer

Néstor Landaeta

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Plan your Residency in Spain with Experts

Ensure the success of your immigration process with our strategic consulting service. Get two personalized 45-minute sessions where we analyze your profile, define the fastest legal pathway, and map out a meticulous roadmap for your arrival in Spain.

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Advantages of your Work Permit in Spain

Obtaining this authorization not only allows you to work legally in Spain, but it also opens the door to a series of advantages that improve your quality of life and offer you long-term stability. Here we show you everything you can achieve with this type of residency:

Obtaining legal residency and work authorization as an employee from day one

Full access to the Spanish public healthcare system and Social Security protection

Right to family reunification to reside and work in Spanish territory

Calculation of residence time for obtaining Spanish nationality in just two years

Legal certainty with renewals leading to long-term EU residence

Possibility of modifying and evolving your legal status according to your professional career in Spain

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“Your satisfaction is our mission. Let us help you and we will take care of everything..”

– José Antonio Canela. Immigration Lawyer.

This is what our customers say

Success Stories

My experience with the Cohen and Aguirre team has been very satisfactory. Indeed, from the beginning they were high-level professionals, honest and direct about my options. They explained to me how I needed to complete all the steps so that the process would be accomplished in the best way. Likewise, they accompanied me at all times in a friendly environment. I am very grateful to Vetania and José Antonio for the results obtained.

Maria Fernandez Martinez

For more than two years, I have had the support of José Canela in my immigration process. Indeed, he has resolved all my doubts and advised me at every stage. For this reason, I recommend his services without hesitation. I feel very satisfied, since thanks to them, today I have the results I was hoping for so much.

Yania García

Excellent professionals! They guided us through the entire process of obtaining residency in Spain. Plus, they were always very concerned that everything would go perfectly. In short, they come highly recommended. Thank you so much for all your hard work.

Macarena Hinrichsen

My family and I have been in contact with the firm since 2022. First, they cleared up our doubts and explained the correct way to carry out the procedures. Afterwards, they supported us long before arriving in Spain. Upon landing, José Antonio and Vetania welcomed us with great affection. Without a doubt, they have done a great job for which we are very grateful.

Joalise Melean

I processed my residency with Cohen and Aguirre and the experience was excellent. Specifically, they guided me throughout the entire process and constantly cleared up my doubts. Likewise, I thank José and Vetania for their approachable manner. I recommend them, as they never leave you alone during the process.

María Gil

The best law firm! They walked me through my Spanish citizenship process from start to finish. Truly, José and Vetania are the best. They were always available on WhatsApp, which gave me a lot of peace of mind during the wait. Consequently, the best decision was getting their guidance. I recommend them from the bottom of my heart, as you won't regret it.

Andreína Peretots

My experience with the firm has been excellent. In fact, I was treated well and received prompt responses to my questions. They’re always available and handle all my paperwork quickly. I’m very satisfied with their work, since my attorney, José Canela, is excellent. In short, I recommend them 100%.

Nelly Vanesa Rodríguez Linarez

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