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Residence permit for an intra-corporate transfer

An Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) residence permit is a special type of residence permit designed for executives, specialists and trainees who are temporarily transferred by international companies to their Spanish branches. This procedure, established under Law 14/2013 ‘On Support for Entrepreneurs’, helps to avoid bureaucratic delays, as the entire process is prioritised through the UGE-CE. As a result, a decision on your application is made in just 20 working days, making this residence permit one of the fastest and most reliable.
Assess the chances
  • 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.
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 residence permit is intended for non-EU nationals who are transferred to work in Spain within the same company or group of companies. Categories of employees:
Managers (Directivos): Employees in managerial positions.
Specialists (Especialistas): Employees with unique expertise required for the company’s operations in Spain.
Trainees (Trabajadores en formación): University graduates undertaking a professional development programme with a view to securing a key role within the company.
Key legislation
    • Law 14/2013 "On Support for Entrepreneurs and Their Internationalisation". This law provides a special, fast-track procedure for categories of foreign nationals deemed strategically important to the economy, including intra-corporate transferees.
    • EU Directive 2014/66/EU (ICT-EU): This type of permit allows an employee who has been granted a residence permit in Spain to move freely and work in other EU countries (subject to certain conditions).
Requirements
Requirements are imposed on both the company and the employee themselves, confirming the validity and necessity of the transfer.
1. Requirements for the company/group of companies:
  • It is necessary to demonstrate genuine and continuous business activity both abroad and in Spain.
  • The Spanish subsidiary must be part of the same group of companies as the parent company.
2. Requirements for the employee:
  • Work experience: You must have been in continuous employment with the sending company (or one of the group companies) for at least three months prior to submitting your application.
  • For managers and specialists: Hold a higher education qualification or have at least three years’ proven professional experience in the relevant field.
  • For interns: Hold a higher education qualification and be enrolled in an official internship programme.
  • No criminal convictions in Spain or in the countries of residence over the past 5 years.
  • Comprehensive health insurance in Spain (if not covered by the Spanish social security system).
Required documents
(main list)
A declaration (Form MI-T) signed by the company.
A full copy of the employee’s passport.
Documents confirming the existence of the group of companies and its actual business activities (e.g. extracts from registers).
Documents confirming the employee’s employment relationship with the sending company (e.g. employment contract and certificate of service).
An official transfer letter (carta de traslado) from the company, stating the position, salary, duration and terms of the transfer to Spain.
Employee CV.
A degree certificate (with an apostille and translation) or documents confirming three years’ work experience.
Certificate of good conduct (with an apostille and a certified translation).
Receipt for payment of stamp duty.

Application procedure

The process is initiated by the Spanish subsidiary and is completed very quickly. The employee’s family can submit their applications at the same time.

  • Submitting an application to UGE-CE:

    The company’s Spanish office submits the full set of documents online via the UGE-CE electronic platform.

  • Fast-track processing:

    The processing time for the application is 20 working days. If no response is received, the application is deemed to have been approved under the principle of ‘administrative silence’.

  • Obtaining a visa (if you are outside Spain):

    Once your application has been approved, you should submit your visa application to the Spanish Consulate. The processing time for the visa is 10 working days.

  • Applying from Spain (if you are in the country legally):

    You can apply for this residence permit whilst already in Spain, and apply for the card immediately after it has been approved.

  • Applying for a Resident Card (TIE):

    Upon arrival in Spain (or following approval within the country), you must register with the police within one month to have your fingerprints taken. The initial residence card is valid for three years.
Move talent freely, without borders or red tape.
Intra-company transfers are the most effective way to facilitate the mobility of key staff. We can help your company prepare a comprehensive set of documents, draft the transfer letter correctly, and assist with the application to the UGE-CE, so that your valuable specialist can start work in Spain as soon as possible.
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.
  • Cost
    since €3770
    On behalf of the main applicant.
    No hidden fees.
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  • Payment procedure
    First, we sign a contract.
    50%
    before the provision of services begins;
    50%
    on the day the documents are submitted
Not included and charged separately:
  • State fees and charges: Payable in the country where the application is submitted (medical certificates, certificates of good conduct).
  • Personal expenses: Private health insurance, tuition fees or the cost of drawing up a business plan (depending on the type of residence permit).
  • Important: All government fees within Spain are already included in the service fee.