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Employee Relocation to Spain

Bringing your best talent to Spain shouldn't be a bureaucratic nightmare. We specialize in employee relocation to Spain, managing the entire immigration process for your company. We ensure a fast and seamless transition for your team members so they can be productive from day one.

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All prices are final and include VAT. We have interpreters from French, Portuguese, Arabic (Moroccan variant), Russian and Ukrainian. Other languages may be available on request

€80

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Immigration Consultation

Unsure of the requirements to immigrate to Spain? We provide a clear path forward and manage the entire process for you.

*The cost of the consultation is deducted from the final service fee.

€185

45’

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Tax Consultation

Perfect for individuals and companies in Spain who require expert guidance on complex tax matters.

*The cost of the consultation is deducted from the final service fee.

€250

60’

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Immigration and Tax Planning

A comprehensive session to make informed decisions before moving to Spain. We analyse your legal residence, the potential tax impact of your relocation and the obligations you should anticipate.

*The cost of the consultation is deducted from the final service fee.
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About the service

What is the Employee Relocation to Spain?

In today’s global market, moving key talent is essential for growth. Our employee relocation service is designed to make the process of bringing your non-EU employees to Spain efficient, predictable, and successful. We are your company’s strategic immigration partner.

We handle the entire legal journey, from choosing the right visa to the final residency card.

The most common and effective route for established companies is the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Permit. This is designed for moving employees, managers, or specialists from a group company abroad to your Spanish entity.

The ICT permit is incredibly fast, with a resolution time of just 20 working days, and grants an initial residency of up to three years.

For new hires who are top-tier talent, the Highly Skilled Professional Visa is the ideal choice. This fast-track option also has a 20-day resolution and bypasses the complex national employment situation, making it perfect for attracting the best minds from around the world.

If European mobility is a priority, the EU Blue Card offers your employee the right to work not just in Spain, but to more easily move to other EU countries in the future.

Each of these routes is processed by a specialized unit, the UGE-CE, which guarantees speed and efficiency.

Our work starts with a strategic analysis of your employee’s profile and your company’s needs to determine the optimal immigration pathway.

We then manage the entire application process on your behalf. We prepare the necessary company reports, review the employee’s qualifications, and submit a flawless application to ensure a first-time approval.

We provide comprehensive support, assisting your employee with their visa application at the consulate and guiding them through the final steps upon arrival in Spain, such as obtaining their TIE. We handle the bureaucracy so your team can focus on their mission.

Enjoy all the Benefits it has to offer

The benefits of Employee Relocation to Spain

Fast-Track Processing

Most relocation permits are approved in just 20 working days.

Certainty for Your Business

We provide a clear and predictable timeline for your talent's arrival.

End-to-End Management

We handle everything, from the initial analysis to the final residency card.

Joint Family Relocation

The employee's family can obtain their residency simultaneously.

Are you eligible?

Requirements to apply for a Employee Relocation to Spain

These are requirements for Employee Relocation to Spain applicants:

Intra-Company Transfer (ICT)

For moving existing employees from a company of the same group abroad. Requires a university degree or 3 years of experience and a prior 3-month relationship with the company.
For hiring new, top-tier talent. Requires a university degree or relevant experience and a salary that meets the legal threshold.
For hiring highly qualified talent with the added benefit of future mobility within the European Union. Requires a degree and a specific salary.
For roles that do not meet the highly qualified criteria. This is a longer process where the national employment situation must be considered.
All fast-track options allow the employee’s spouse and dependent children to be included in a joint and simultaneous application.

Do you have any questions about the immigration process to Spain?

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

Necessary documentation for the Employee Relocation to Spain

This is the necessary documentation for the Employee Relocation to Spain

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I would like to sincerely thank Marc and Soundous for all the support they gave me and my mom in obtaining our residence. You are an amazing team, and I feel very lucky to have found your company to guide us through this process.
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I had an amazing experience working with Dario and his team throughout my visa process. They made everything completely stress-free and were incredibly helpful every step of the way. Dario speaks excellent English, which made communication easy and comfortable, and he was always responsive, patient, and clear in explaining everything. He and his colleagues handled every detail with care, efficiency, and in a very timely manner, which gave me a lot of confidence and truly made my life so much easier throughout the entire process. By far the best lawyer I’ve worked with in Barcelona. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Dario and his team to anyone needing help with visas or immigration.
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A friend recommended Illay Legal to help obtain my permanent residency in Spain. Exceptional service! Marc explained every part of the process clearly and precisely. Once I provided all the necessary details, the team did all the work: pre-completed the necessary paperwork, helped retrieve padron and digital tax certificate, secured appointments in my preferred neighbourhood and checked in with me before and after both appointments. I subsequently switched both my tax and business accountancy contracts to Marc's firm and have enjoyed the same very high level of service. Communication via email and WhatsApp, and extremely responsive to answering any small or large questions/concerns. A huge endorsement to the whole team - I would highly reccomend. Regards Ismail
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Employee Relocation to Spain

What is the fastest way to relocate an employee to Spain?

The fastest routes are the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) permit or the Highly Skilled Professional Visa. Both are managed by the UGE-CE and have an official resolution time of just 20 working days.
Yes, if they qualify for a permit under the Entrepreneurs’ Law (like the Highly Skilled Visa). For these specific visas, the application can be submitted while the professional is legally in Spain, without them needing to leave.
It’s a special permit for moving existing employees from a company in your corporate group located outside the EU to your Spanish branch. The employee must have been with the company for at least 3 months.
Not for the fast-track routes. For the ICT, Highly Skilled Professional, and EU Blue Card permits, you do not need to consider the National Employment Situation. This is only a requirement for the standard work permit.
Yes. For all permits processed through the UGE-CE (ICT, Highly Skilled, etc.), the main applicant’s spouse and dependent children can be included in a joint and simultaneous application, so everyone gets their residency at the same time.

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