🇪🇸 Spain · Passive income
Non-Lucrative Residence Authorization (Residencia No Lucrativa, RD 1155/2024) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,400 |
| Proof of savings | €3,000 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | None–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €16 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/washington/en/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Consular/Visado-de-residencia-no-lucrativa.aspx.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,400.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The minimum annual required amount equals 400% of Spain's Public Income Indicator for Multiple Effects (IPREM) ... 400% = 28.800 EUR (=2.400/mes) [FX EUR/EUR 1.0 @ 2026-06-22 = EUR 2400]”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.