🇪🇸 Spain · Permanent Settlement
CERTIFICADO DE RESIDENCIA PERMANENTE DE CIUDADANO DE LA UNIÓN EUROPEA — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,500 |
| Minimum annual salary | €18,000 |
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Minimum investment | €5,000 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €12 |
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.interior.gob.es/opencms/es/servicios-al-ciudadano/tramites-y-gestiones/extranjeria/ciudadanos-de-la-union-europea/residencia-de-caracter-permanente/.
- Typical processing: ~3 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,500.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
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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 2026-06-09.