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Mudarse de Reino Unido a España
Since Brexit, British citizens need a visa to live in Spain. The non-lucrative visa suits retirees and people with savings, and the digital nomad visa suits people keeping UK employers or clients. What is different from the UK: police certificates come from ACRO with an FCDO apostille, UK licences can be exchanged, and UK state pensioners can use the S1 for healthcare.
Actualizado 1 de octubre de 2026
Respuesta rápida
British citizens moving to Spain now need a visa: the non-lucrative visa (€28,800 a year in funds) or the digital nomad visa (200% of the Spanish minimum wage from non-Spanish work). Apply at the Spanish consulate in London or Edinburgh through its visa centre. Get an ACRO police certificate apostilled by the FCDO. The UK–Spain tax treaty applies once you become Spanish resident.
A 1 de octubre de 2026
| Dato | Detalle |
|---|---|
| Visitas cortas | Lo confirmamos para tu caso |
| Citas de visado | Lo confirmamos para tu caso |
| Documentos | Se acepta la apostilla: tu país es parte del Convenio de La HayaFuente · comprobado el 2 de octubre de 2026 |
| Convenio de doble imposición | Hay un convenio integral sobre la renta en vigorFuente · comprobado el 2 de octubre de 2026 |
| Doble nacionalidad | Lo confirmamos para tu caso |
| Mínimo | 200% del salario mínimo interprofesional al mes, más el 75% del SMI por el primer familiar y el 25% por cada uno adicionalFuente |
Qué cambia desde Reino Unido
No more free movement
UK citizens can visit Spain for up to 90 days in any 180, but living there needs a residence visa. Time spent visiting counts against the 90 days, so plan scouting trips carefully.
ACRO certificate and FCDO apostille
Your criminal record certificate is an ACRO police certificate. Have it and your civil documents apostilled by the FCDO Legalisation Office, then sworn-translated into Spanish.
Healthcare and pensions
Holders of a UK State Pension can register an S1 form in Spain for state healthcare; most others need private insurance for the visa. The UK–Spain double tax treaty decides where pensions are taxed.
Driving licence
A UK licence can be exchanged for a Spanish one under the UK–Spain agreement once you are resident; check the current deadline after registering.
Vías abiertas para ti
Las cifras son mínimos legales de fuentes oficiales. Las tasas oficiales son estimaciones y cambian; nuestros honorarios se presupuestan para tu caso.
Visado de nómada digital (teletrabajo internacional)
Teletrabajadores y trabajadores independientes que trabajan principalmente para clientes o empresas fuera de España.
- Mínimo
- 200% del salario mínimo interprofesional al mes, más el 75% del SMI por el primer familiar y el 25% por cada uno adicional
Visado de residencia no lucrativa
Personas con ahorros o rentas pasivas que no trabajarán en España.
- Mínimo
- 28.800 € al año (400% del IPREM), más 7.200 € por cada familiar
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Choose the route
Non-lucrative for retirement or living on savings; digital nomad for remote work for non-Spanish employers or clients.
Order documents
ACRO police certificate, birth and marriage certificates, then FCDO apostilles and sworn translations.
Show funds and insurance
Bank statements or income evidence, plus Spanish-valid private health insurance (or S1 evidence where accepted).
Apply in the UK
Book the Spanish visa centre appointment for the London or Edinburgh consulate, depending on where you live.
Register in Spain
Register your address, get your TIE, then exchange your driving licence and register with healthcare.
Documentos y legalización
Apostilla en Reino Unido los documentos públicos (actas de nacimiento y matrimonio, certificado de antecedentes, títulos) y tradúcelos con traductor jurado cuando el destino lo pida.
Normalmente necesitarás un certificado de antecedentes penales de Reino Unido y de cualquier otro país en el que hayas vivido recientemente.
Dónde solicitar
Solicita en el consulado de España de tu lugar de residencia legal o, en la vía de nómada digital, en línea ante la UGE desde España mientras estés allí legalmente.
Fiscalidad: qué revisar antes de mudarte
Convenio de doble imposición: Hay un convenio integral sobre la renta en vigor Listed on the Spanish Ministry of Finance treaty list (BOE 15/05/2014).
Información general, no asesoramiento fiscal. Los puntos fiscales de esta página están pendientes de revisión por un especialista.
Asesores que hablan tu idioma
Habla con alguien que conoce el proceso desde Reino Unido.
- Marcus LeungHead of Asia PacificMandarin, English, Cantonese
- William HarringtonHead of Middle East & GCCArabic, English, French
Fuentes y revisión
Última actualización: 1 de octubre de 2026
- Spain Ministry of Foreign Affairs: visas
- Spain UGE: international teleworkers (digital nomad) residence
- ACRO Criminal Records Office: police certificates
- GOV.UK: get a document legalised (apostille)
- GOV.UK: tax treaties
Partes de esta página están pendientes de revisión por nuestro equipo jurídico; confirmamos cada punto para tu caso antes de solicitar.
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Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa to live in Spain?
Yes. Since 1 January 2021, UK citizens need a residence visa to live in Spain, unless they were already resident under the Withdrawal Agreement.
Can I work for my UK employer from Spain?
Yes, on the digital nomad visa, if your employer agrees and Spanish clients make up no more than 20% of your work.
Where is my UK pension taxed if I live in Spain?
Under the treaty, most private pensions are taxed in Spain and UK government service pensions in the UK. Take tax advice for your case.
Can I keep using the NHS?
No, once you live in Spain. State pensioners can use an S1 in Spain; others need private cover for the visa.
Which route suits me best?
It depends on your goal: living in the country, a second passport, tax planning or a base for your family. The routes on this page are ranked by fit for people moving from your country.
How long does it take to move?
Timelines depend on the route, the completeness of your file and government processing. Each programme page shows its published processing range.
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