Path context
Visa / work rights
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Graduate job-search residence
Spain
20-day official decision period
Not published
24 months, non-renewable; this authorization does not permit work
Requirements
- Previously held a Spanish long-term study-stay authorization
- Completed higher education at an authorised Spanish institution at minimum EQF Level 6, equivalent to a university degree
- Apply during the 60 days before the study authorization expires or within the following 90 days
- Public or private health insurance with an insurer authorised to operate in Spain
- Funds of 100% of the monthly IPREM for the residence period, with the official accommodation reduction where applicable
- After finding suitable work or establishing a business, obtain the separate authorization required for that activity before working
Process overview
- 1
Confirm eligibility
Before applyingCheck the linked Spanish authority page and the route-specific application channel.
- 2
Prepare official documents
Application stageObtain any required admission, contract, host-entity, funds, insurance, police and translated or apostilled documents.
- 3
Submit the application
Application stageThe applicant, employer, host entity or authorised representative submits through the channel specified for the route.
- 4
Authority decision and registration
20-day official decision periodAfter approval, complete any consular visa, entry, TIE or Social Security step that applies.
Cost breakdown
The residence procedure uses the applicable Model 790 code 052 fee. No fixed total is shown because official charges can depend on the route, nationality, consular post and application channel. Confirm current amounts before applying.
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