Spain launches 'digital talent visa'

As more and more people use the Internet to work remotely, the Spanish government recently approved the implementation of the "digital talent visa" policy, hoping to attract more talents from related industries to live and live in Spain. This visa is for people who do not need to go to a fixed place to work and rely on the Internet to work remotely. The Spanish government hopes to promote business prosperity and speed up the pace of economic recovery through the "digital talent visa" policy.

According to reports, applicants for the "digital talent visa" must come from countries outside the EU, have been employed by a company or institution outside Spain in the past, and have worked remotely for at least one year. In addition, applicants must have a residence in Spain and be able to provide financial proof. Spain sets the minimum monthly income threshold for applicants at around 2,000 euros. Holders of the "Digital Talent Visa" can enjoy a preferential tax rate of 10 percentage points lower than the standard tax rate during their stay in Spain, and entrepreneurs will be supported by tax policies. The visa is initially valid for 12 months, and can be renewed for a maximum of 5 years according to the applicant's specific circumstances. The applicant's spouse and children can also apply for the visa at the same time.

The Spanish government is committed to developing the digital economy. Cities such as Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia have long been home to EU digital talent. Barcelona wants to make the city a tech hub. Today, Barcelona is popular with start-ups. Miguel Perez, marketing and brand manager of the Valencia Tourism Bureau, told reporters that Valencia, as a livable city, will continue to optimize the environment for entrepreneurship and innovation, providing opportunities for many people who hold a "digital talent visa" to work and live in the city. Foreigners provide services and conveniences.

In addition to big cities, some villages and towns in Spain also have advantages in attracting digital talents by virtue of high-speed and high-quality networks and low living costs. At present, about 30 villages in Spain have joined the "Welcome Remote Workers Village Network", hoping to attract more remote workers to live locally and add new vitality to the relevant areas. Some villages and towns have also set up special webpages to introduce the size of the village and town, customs, infrastructure, living expenses, etc., providing detailed reference for digital talents who want to stay away from the hustle and bustle of big cities.

Nadia Calvinho, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Digital Transformation of Spain, expressed the hope that the "digital talent visa" policy can attract and retain more people by facilitating remote workers and freelancers to work and live in Spain. Many talents.