Published on Friday, 11 December 2009
When moving to another country, it is essential to know the legal requirements. Ignorance of such pertinent information is costly. You might end up with fines or worse-getting kicked out of that country. For plans to move to Spain-a very alluring and cultural country-you must firmly adhere to their legal requirements. Henceforth, for a stress-free move to Spain, make sure you have the following legal documents.
First, if you are a citisen of a country belonging to the European Union, you do not need a visa to enter Spain. All you need is a passport and an official identification card. However, if you are from a non-EU member country, then it is vital to have a residence visa. At first, a residence visa lasts for 1 year. Then upon renewal, it can have 2-year duration. After which you can try to get the permanent residency visa, which is renewable for 5 years.
Second, if you are a European Union national, you no longer need a work permit in order to get a job in Spain. All you have to do is register at the Instituto Nacional de Empleo, which will give you a cut-off date to get a job. On the other hand, if you are a non-European Union foreigner, you need to get a work permit right after you get a visa from the Spanish consulate or embassy in your home country.
Third, European Union citisens do not need the residence card to live in Spain. When Spain joined the European Union, any citisen from a European Union member country can enter, move around, and even live in Spain. However, if you are a foreigner from a non European Union member country, it is a vital requirement to have a permanent residence card.
It is easier for an EU citisen to move to Spain compared to other foreigners in terms of legal requirements.
