Relocation Guide
Moving From Tiongkok To Spanyol
The routes to Spanyol that are open to you from Tiongkok, what changes because of where you live and your passport, and what to prepare before you apply.
Quick answer
Moving from Tiongkok to Spanyol: Digital nomad visa (international teleworking) · Non-lucrative residence visa. Short visits: Schengen visa needed, even for viewing trips.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Short visits | Schengen visa needed, even for viewing tripsSource · checked 2 Oktober 2026 |
| Visa appointments | We confirm this for your case |
| Documents | Apostille accepted: your country is in the Hague Apostille ConventionSource · checked 2 Oktober 2026 |
| Double tax treaty | We confirm this for your case |
| Dual citizenship | We confirm this for your case |
| Minimum | 200% of the Spanish minimum wage (SMI) a month, plus 75% of the SMI for the first family member and 25% for each further oneSource |
We have not yet written a detailed guide for this pair. The facts below come from our country data; an adviser will confirm them for your case.
Routes open to you
Figures are statutory minimums from official sources. Official fees are estimates and change; our own fees are quoted for your case.
Digital nomad visa (international teleworking)
Remote employees and freelancers working mainly for clients or employers outside Spain.
- Minimum
- 200% of the Spanish minimum wage (SMI) a month, plus 75% of the SMI for the first family member and 25% for each further one
Non-lucrative residence visa
People with savings or passive income who will not work in Spain.
- Minimum
- €28,800 a year (400% IPREM), plus €7,200 per dependant
Not sure which route fits?
An adviser checks your eligibility from Tiongkok and replies within one working day.
Documents and legalisation
Get public documents (birth and marriage certificates, police certificate, degrees) apostilled in Tiongkok, then have them translated by a sworn translator where the destination asks for it.
You will usually need a police certificate from Tiongkok and from every other country you have lived in recently.
Where to apply
Apply at the Spanish consulate responsible for your place of legal residence, or (digital nomad route) online through the UGE from inside Spain while you are there legally.
Tax: what to check before you move
General information, not tax advice. Tax points on this page are awaiting review by a tax specialist.
Advisers who speak your language
Speak to someone who knows the process from Tiongkok.
- Marcus LeungHead of Asia PacificMandarin, English, Cantonese
Sources and review
Parts of this page are awaiting review by our legal team; we confirm every point for your case before you apply.
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Frequently asked questions
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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