Spain Highly Qualified Professional (HQP) Visa

The Spain Highly Qualified Professional Visa (HQP Visa) is one of the fastest and most attractive residency pathways for skilled professionals, executives, managers, engineers, IT specialists, and technical experts seeking to relocate to Spain.

Designed under Spain’s Entrepreneur Law, the HQP Visa allows non-EU citizens to legally live and work in Spain while benefiting from a streamlined immigration process, family reunification options, Schengen mobility, and a pathway to permanent residency and Spanish citizenship.

The Highly Qualified Professional Visa is a specialized Spanish work permit designed for foreign professionals hired by Spanish companies for highly skilled, technical, managerial, or executive positions.

Key Benefits:

Live and work legally in Spain
Fast-track processing
Travel freely throughout the Schengen Area
Include spouse and dependent children
Apply directly from Spain
Pathway to Permanent Residency
Eligibility for Spanish Citizenship

Who Can Apply?

CEOs and Directors
Senior Managers
Software Engineers
AI Specialists
Cyber Security Experts
Data Scientists
Engineers
Financial Professionals
Healthcare Specialists

Main Eligibility Requirements:

Valid Passport
Non-EU Citizenship
Clean Criminal Record
Legal Status
Relevant Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
PhD
Significant professional experience.

Salary Requirements:

Director / CEO / Manager: €54,000+ annually
Technical Professional: €40,000+ annually

Required Documents:

Passport
Criminal Record Certificate
Degree Certificates
Employment Contract
Job Description
Company Documents

Application Process:

Secure Job Offer
Prepare Documents
Submit Application
Receive Approval
Complete Biometrics
Obtain TIE Card

Family Inclusion:

Spouse
Children
Eligible dependents may be included

Permanent Residency:

Possible after 5 years of legal residence.

Spanish Citizenship:

Generally after 10 years of legal residence.

KeyAxis assists with eligibility assessments, document preparation, employer coordination, application support, family applications, and residency planning.