Category: Family / Spouse / Dependent Visa
Overview: Visa allowing non-EU family members (spouse, children, dependent ascendants) to join their Spanish citizen or legal resident relative in Spain for reunification.
Eligibility: Sponsor must be a Spanish citizen or legal resident with sufficient financial means and accommodation. Applicant must be a close relative (spouse, child, dependent parent) with a clean criminal record and health insurance.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: Yes
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/es/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados-nacionales.aspx
Summary: Enables non-EU family members to reunite with their Spanish resident/citizen relatives. Requires proof of relationship, financial stability, and accommodation. Grants legal residency in Spain.