{"id":1737,"date":"2024-08-07T07:48:14","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T07:48:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/?p=1737"},"modified":"2024-08-07T12:21:27","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T12:21:27","slug":"comparing-the-french-visitor-visa-and-the-spanish-non-lucrative-visa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/fr\/comparing-the-french-visitor-visa-and-the-spanish-non-lucrative-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"Comparing the French Visitor Visa and the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7188d7_6e8c98795a324d5dbabf028b20d736a8mv2.webp\" alt=\"|\" class=\"wp-image-1739\" style=\"width:477px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7188d7_6e8c98795a324d5dbabf028b20d736a8mv2.webp 280w, https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7188d7_6e8c98795a324d5dbabf028b20d736a8mv2-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"foo\">When considering a move to Europe, many expatriates&nbsp;often debate between moving to France and requesting a French Visitor Visa&nbsp;or to&nbsp;Spain obtaining a&nbsp;&nbsp;Spanish&nbsp;Non-Lucrative Visa. Both visas allow for extended stays without engaging in local employment, but they have distinct requirements, processes, and benefits. This article provides a detailed comparison to help you make an informed decision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"idgim1036\">&nbsp;<strong>Overview of the Visas<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"64z6h49\"><strong>French Visitor Visa<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"jz1ug52\">The French Visitor Visa allows you to reside&nbsp;in France for more than three months to one year without engaging in any employment activities within French territory. Depending on the visa&nbsp;type it can be&nbsp;renewed from France, and it is ideal for those who wish to enjoy the French lifestyle without working.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"a14vx54\"><strong>Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"qou841876\">The Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa permits&nbsp;you to live in Spain for one year without the right to enroll in social security or engage in any work-related activities within Spain. It is also renewable and is suited for individuals who can prove they have sufficient economic means to support themselves without working.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"z0clv863\"><strong>Key Requirements&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"gkbwd61\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"7yc9x63\"><strong>Economic Means<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"kuh7570f6yau1h13612\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>France<\/strong>: You need to demonstrate&nbsp;a monthly income of the monthly French minimum wage (i.e.&nbsp;at least \u20ac1,400 net&nbsp;per month&nbsp;in 2024&nbsp;approximately), per applicant.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"f213s70f6yau1h13615\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spa<\/strong><strong>in<\/strong>: You must prove an annual income of \u20ac28,800 approximately for&nbsp;the main applicant and \u20ac7,200 approximately for&nbsp;each accompanying family member (<em>2024 figures<\/em>).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"ki73q80\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"fz5be82\"><strong>Health Insurance<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"1ym3x70f6yau1h13621\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>France<\/strong>: Comprehensive health insurance covering all risks in France.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"avjah70f6yau1h13624\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Espagne<\/strong>: Private health insurance in Spain with no copayments.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"roimw95\"><strong>Documentation<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"212d070f6yau1h13629\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>France<\/strong>: Three months of bank statements, proof of accommodation, and health insurance.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<ul id=\"q3t8a70f6yau1h13632\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Espagne<\/strong>: 3-6 months of bank statements, proof of accommodation, and health insurance.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"261\" height=\"261\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7188d7_876023401d9746d5922ee153a6f79840mv2.webp\" alt=\"|\" class=\"wp-image-1741\" style=\"width:265px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7188d7_876023401d9746d5922ee153a6f79840mv2.webp 261w, https:\/\/bluebridgelaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7188d7_876023401d9746d5922ee153a6f79840mv2-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 261px) 100vw, 261px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"o5v9k108\"><strong>Application Timeframes<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"5rzl4111\"><strong>France<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol id=\"qmhwa70f6yau1h13648\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Document Preparation<\/strong>: Generally,&nbsp;it&nbsp;takes&nbsp;2 weeks to gather all necessary documents.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Appointment<\/strong>: It typically takes 10 days (about 1 and a half weeks)&nbsp;to secure an appointment at the French consulate.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visa Issuance<\/strong>: The visa is usually issued within 15 days (about 2 weeks)&nbsp;of the appointment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overall Timeframe<\/strong>: Approximately 6&nbsp;to 8 weeks (about 2 months), but it can be expedited&nbsp;in emergencies.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Validation<\/strong>: Once in France, validate&nbsp;your visa online within three months.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"x1k3s139\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"tqyxn141\"><strong>Espagne<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol id=\"u459670f6yau1h13662\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Document Preparation<\/strong>: Typically takes 2-5 weeks to gather documents.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Submission<\/strong>: Consulates take 4 to 9 weeks (about 2 months)&nbsp;to process the application.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visa Issuance<\/strong>: The consulate has three months to resolve.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TIE Request<\/strong>: After entering Spain, apply for a Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) within 45 days (about 1 and a half months).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overall Timeframe<\/strong>: Around three months.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"kvtmv170\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"qodzi172\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"43w7z174\"><strong>Visa Activation and Duration<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"ij25k70f6yau1h13669\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>France<\/strong>: You must enter France within three months of visa approval. The visa&#8217;s validity starts upon entry.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"tpz3k70f6yau1h13672\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Espagne<\/strong>: Similarly, you must enter Spain within three months of visa approval, and the visa\u2019s validity begins on entry.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"y3th5188\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"6rvtf190\"><strong>Renewal and Long-Term Residency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"sgdhc5124\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"eby5k70f6yau1h13678\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>France<\/strong>: The visitor visa can be renewed annually. After five years, you can apply for a 10-year residence permit.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"7gocc70f6yau1h13681\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Espagne<\/strong>: The non-lucrative visa can be renewed for two-year periods after the first year. After five years, you can apply for a long-term residence permit.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"z9psz205\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"ugj1b207\"><strong>Tax Considerations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"3gwgk5408\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"6ghd5210\">Both visas require careful planning regarding&nbsp;your tax situation. It&#8217;s&nbsp;advisable to consult with a tax attorney to understand the implications of your move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"x88nz5548\">&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"5bbt7213\"><strong>Comparative Chart<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Criteria<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>French Visitor Visa<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Monthly Income Requirement<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac1,400 por aplicante<\/td><td>\u20ac2,400 (main applicant), \u20ac600 (dependents)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Health Insurance<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Private health insurance&nbsp;<\/td><td>Private insurance with no copayments&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Document Preparation Time<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>2 weeks&nbsp;<\/td><td>2-5 weeks&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Consulate Processing Time<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>10 days&nbsp;for appointment, 15 days&nbsp;for visa, in general&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>4-9 weeks&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Processing Time<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>6-8 weeks&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>3&nbsp;to 6&nbsp;months&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Visa Duration<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>1-year, renewable&nbsp;yearly&nbsp;<\/td><td>1-year, renewable for 2-year periods&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Long-Term Residency<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>10-year residence permit after 5 years&nbsp;<\/td><td>Long-term residence permit after 5 years&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Post-Arrival Requirements<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Online validation within 3 months&nbsp;<\/td><td>TIE application within 45 days&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"9zi7f334\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"yctbb336\">Choosing between the French Visitor Visa and the Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa depends on your specific needs and preferences. Both visas offer unique advantages and potential challenges. At Blue&nbsp;Bridge, we are committed to providing comprehensive support to help you navigate the visa application process smoothly.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"t7y82339\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"v2ajx341\">Contact us today to discuss your options and take the first step towards your new life in Europe!&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When considering a move to Europe, many expatriates&nbsp;often debate between moving to France and requesting a French Visitor Visa&nbsp;or to&nbsp;Spain obtaining a&nbsp;&nbsp;Spanish&nbsp;Non-Lucrative Visa. Both visas allow for extended stays without engaging in local employment, but they have distinct requirements, processes, and benefits. This article provides a detailed comparison to help you make an informed decision. 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