Spain updates non-lucrative visa financial requirements for 2025

Spain has introduced new financial documentation rules for the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) as part of its updated Immigration Law, effective May 20, 2025. These changes clarify the financial evidence required for approval, providing greater transparency for applicants.

What is the Non-Lucrative Visa?

The NLV allows non-EU citizens to reside in Spain if they can financially sustain themselves without working. Applicants must rely on passive income, such as pensions, rental income from abroad, savings, or bank interest, as the visa strictly prohibits employment within Spain or for foreign companies or clients.

Initially valid for one year, the visa can be renewed for two additional two-year periods, provided the applicant maintains sufficient funds.

Key financial requirements for 2025

Under the new rules, applicants must demonstrate financial resources amounting to 400 times the IPREM (Indicador Público de Renta de Efectos Múltiples). For 2025, this equates to €2,400 per month or €28,800 annually. The Official State Bulletin (BOE) outlines additional documentation requirements for the NLV application, ensuring the funds are legitimate and consistent.

Detailed financial documentation

Applicants must now provide the following information:

Bank or credit institution details: Include the full name and address of your bank, ensuring authorities know where your funds are held.

- Complete account identification: Provide account numbers, account types (current or savings), and details of all account holders.

- Account history: Specify the account's opening date and confirm that it remains active. Authorities will review the account’s history to ensure it wasn't created solely for visa purposes.

- End-of-year balance: Submit account balances as of December 31 of the year before the application. This proves the funds were not recently deposited.

- Average balance for the last year: Demonstrate consistent income over the past 12 months with official bank statements. This ensures the funds are legitimately sourced and not borrowed for the application. Additional considerations

Applicants must ensure their bank issues statements with balances converted to Euros, a requirement that may necessitate coordination with foreign banks. Documents may also need to be translated and apostilled for use in Spain.

Given the complexity of these requirements, hiring an immigration lawyer is recommended to navigate the process effectively and ensure compliance with all regulations.