Spotlight on EMEA Series: Spain
In this Spotlight on EMEA Series we look at Spain’s newly proposed validity period for the Job Seeker Visa.
The Spanish Government will extend the validity of the Job Seeker Visa from 3 months to a full year in 2025.
The Job Seeker Visa enables foreign nationals to live in Spain temporarily while actively searching for work. Once a job offer is secured, the foreign national must convert the visa to a work visa with the assistance of the employing company.
This visa falls under the category of non-lucrative residence permits, which means that holders are not authorised to work until their employment status is formalised. The extended validity period should assist in decreasing the pressure on job seekers, allowing more time to explore opportunities across Spain’s job market.
The visa extension aligns with broader immigration reforms to address Spain’s labour shortages.
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