Getting There — Visa

Digital Nomad Visa — requires remote work for a non-Spanish company (3+ months tenure), min ~€2,850/mo income, and a degree or 3 years experience. Valid 1 year, up to 3 years. Special 24% flat tax rate. Non-Lucrative Visa suits retirees and those with passive income (€28,800/yr, no work allowed).

Cost of Living

30-50% less than US major cities. A comfortable life in Valencia or Málaga runs €1,500-2,200/mo. Madrid/Barcelona are pricier but still well below NYC.

Key Fact

Spain offers a special "Beckham Law" flat tax rate of 24% for digital nomad visa holders for up to 6 years, compared to progressive rates up to 47% for regular residents. This is a major financial advantage.