Renewal of a residence permit without the right to work
Renewal of a residence permit without the right to work (Autorización de Residencia Temporal No Lucrativa) allows wealthy foreign nationals to continue living in Spain without engaging in any gainful employment or professional activities.
Your personal manager will accompany you every step of the way, monitoring all stages and resolving any issues that arise.
Preparation of documents
We take care of the entire document preparation process, including checking them to eliminate errors and delays.
Case audit
If your situation is complex, we will conduct a detailed audit and offer customised solutions to increase your chances of success.
Personal manager
Your personal manager will accompany you every step of the way, monitoring all stages and resolving any issues that arise.
Preparation of documents
We take care of the entire document preparation process, including checking them to eliminate errors and delays.
Case audit
If your situation is complex, we will conduct a detailed audit and offer customised solutions to increase your chances of success.
Who is it suitable for?
This extension is intended for non-EU nationals who:
Hold a valid non-lucrative residence permit.
They wish to continue living in Spain without working. Non-working Spain, pensioners in Spain, renewal of a residence permit without employment
They can confirm that sufficient funds are available from passive sources.
✍ General Terms
Traductor Jurado (Sworn Translation) — a translation performed by a translator officially accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some documents on the list must have a "jurado" translation. You can find the full list of accredited translators via this [link]. In addition to the official list, there are many agencies that work with multiple translators at once.
NIE (Foreigner Identity Number) — a unique identification number for foreigners. This number is assigned once for life. You can request it separately at the police station or receive it automatically after applying for a residency permit (VNV).
TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) — the physical ID card for foreigners in Spain. It contains your photo, NIE number, and the type and expiration date of your residency.
Padrón / Empadronamiento (Registration) — a local census registration (residency certificate). Registration in Spain is much simpler than in many other countries; you can register even in a rented apartment.
Cita (Appointment) — any scheduled meeting or booking, even a romantic date ❤️. In the context of visas, it refers to an appointment at a government office or police station. For example: "you need to book a cita for fingerprints."
Tasa (Government Fee) — a state tax or administrative fee that must be paid for various legal procedures and applications.
Matrícula (Enrollment) — an official document confirming enrollment in an educational institution for a specific course, including the exact study dates.
Nota Simple — an extract from the Spanish Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad) containing essential information about a property and its legal status. The document is valid for no more than 3 months.
✍ Health Insurance Terms
Sin copago (No Co-payment) — insurance policies with full coverage where you don't have to pay extra for each doctor's visit.
Sin carencia (No Waiting Period) — insurance policies without "waiting periods" for certain services (for example, you can get an MRI immediately rather than waiting 6 months after the policy starts).
Key legislation
Law 4/2000 (Organic Law 4/2000). Royal Decree 1155/2024, Article 64.
Requirements
The key requirement is to maintain financial and medical coverage, as well as to comply with the duration of stay.
Financial eligibility: Proof of sufficient funds for the entire duration of the extension. For the main applicant: at least 400% of the annual IPREM. For each family member: an additional 100% of the annual IPREM.
Insurance: A private health insurance policy with full cover (no co-payments) for the entire duration of the extension.
Length of stay: The applicant must not have been absent from Spain for more than 305 days during the entire period of validity of their previous residence permit (1 year).
School education (for children): If the applicant has school-age children living in Spain, they must be enrolled in educational institutions.
Validity period: The first and second renewals are valid for two years. After two renewals, you may apply for permanent residence (Larga Duración).
Proof of payment of the fee (Form 790): Code 052, section 1.1.2 (for renewal of residence).
Application procedure
The procedure is carried out at the Foreigners’ Office (Oficina de Extranjería) in your area of residence.
Serving:
The application must be submitted within 60 calendar days before the expiry of the current residence permit or within 90 days after its expiry.
Consideration:
The processing time is up to three months. Submitting an application extends your legal stay.
Obtaining a TIE:
Once approved, you must apply for a new TIE card at the police station.
Don’t let your residence permit expire!
We will help you put together a comprehensive set of documents, confirm that you have fulfilled all your obligations (whether work-related or academic), and submit your application on time to avoid fines and ensure that you can continue to live in Spain legally.
What does the service include?
Suitable for most applicants. We provide full support throughout the entire process and see your application through to the granting of a residence permit.
Case assessment: Checking documents for compliance with Spanish immigration regulations.
Preparing the application: Compiling a complete set of documents for the consulate or immigration authorities.
Health insurance: Finding a competitive policy and taking out insurance with a Spanish company.
Medical certificate: Arranging for the issue of a standard-format medical certificate.
Certified translation: Official translation (2 pages included in the price).
Technical translation: Preparation of translations (3 pages included in the price).
Application process: Booking an appointment at the Consulate and obtaining access codes.
Completing forms: Preparing all forms, applications and receipts for the payment of fees.
Submission by a solicitor: Electronic submission of documents via the solicitor’s official portal.