{"id":6686,"date":"2026-09-05T21:15:02","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T19:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senvalos.org\/immigration-and-asylum\/what-are-the-requirements-for-obtaining-residence-in-spain-under-the-new-2025-regulations\/"},"modified":"2026-09-05T21:15:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T19:15:02","slug":"what-are-the-requirements-for-obtaining-residence-in-spain-under-the-new-2025-regulations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senvalos.org\/en\/immigration-and-asylum\/what-are-the-requirements-for-obtaining-residence-in-spain-under-the-new-2025-regulations\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the requirements for obtaining residence in Spain under the new 2025 regulations?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A new Immigration Regulation comes into force on 20 May 2025 that could completely change your immigration situation in Spain. You are probably wondering what new requirements exist for obtaining residence and how this could affect your personal or family plans. In this article, we answer all your questions and clearly explain the most important changes so that you can make informed decisions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/senvalos.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nuevo-reglamento-extranjeria-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senvalos.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nuevo-reglamento-extranjeria-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/senvalos.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nuevo-reglamento-extranjeria-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/senvalos.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nuevo-reglamento-extranjeria-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/senvalos.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nuevo-reglamento-extranjeria-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/senvalos.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nuevo-reglamento-extranjeria.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What exactly is the new Immigration Regulation?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new Regulation, approved by Royal Decree 1155\/2024, significantly updates the conditions and procedures for residence, work and the regularization of foreign nationals in Spain. The main aim of this reform is to adapt the rules to current social, economic and demographic changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is arraigo and how can it help you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arraigo is a specific legal route that allows migrants who have been living in Spain for some time, but do not yet have legal permission to remain in the country, to regularize their administrative status. This provision recognizes that, due to different family, social, employment or training circumstances, a foreign national already has strong ties to Spanish society and is therefore entitled to apply for a temporary residence authorization. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Main changes introduced by the 2025 Immigration Regulation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The changes focus mainly on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Types of arraigo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reagrupaci\u00f3n familiar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visas and residence authorizations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain each one in detail so that you can clearly understand how they work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>New types of arraigo: more opportunities to regularize your status<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the new regulations, there are five different types of arraigo, each with specific requirements and the necessary documentation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Second-Chance Arraigo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This type of arraigo allows you to regularize your status if you previously held legal residence and lost it for various reasons, except for issues related to public security or public health. It offers an additional opportunity to restore your administrative status. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Main requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Currently being in an irregular situation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having held residence during the previous two years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not having renewed it for reasons related to public security or public health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Required documentation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete and valid passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historical registration certificate. If you do not have this document, you can submit other evidence such as healthcare attendance records, reports from social services or educational institutions, utility bills, or other official documents proving your continuous presence in Spain. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documents proving previous legal residence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal-record certificate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of payment of the fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Arraigo Sociolaboral<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dise\u00f1ado espec\u00edficamente para personas migrantes que ya tienen una oferta de empleo concreta en Espa\u00f1a. Es fundamental tener asegurado un contrato laboral. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Main requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A formal employment contract of at least 20 hours per week, conditional on taking effect once it is authorized by the Immigration Office. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A salary adjusted to the legal minimum, that is, at least the statutory minimum wage, which in 2025 is set at \u20ac1,184 gross per month, paid in 14 installments, although the amount may change in future years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is also valid for temporary jobs involving several contracts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Required documentation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete and valid passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historical registration certificate. If you do not have it, you may provide alternative documents such as healthcare attendance records, medical reports, employment contracts, utility bills or other official documents proving continuous residence in Spain. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid employment contracts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal-record certificate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of payment of the fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Socio-Training Arraigo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This option is ideal if you plan to continue your studies or specific training in Spain. It combines regularization with educational or professional training. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Main requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enrollment in specific courses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least 50% of the training must be delivered in person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may work up to 30 hours per week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Examples of valid training programmes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Post-compulsory secondary education (Baccalaureate).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intermediate and higher vocational training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional certificates at levels 2 and 3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Courses offered by Public Employment Services, especially in sectors with high labour demand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specific courses for occupations considered difficult to cover in Spain, such as healthcare technicians, construction, hospitality and others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Required documentation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete and valid passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historical registration certificate. If you do not have it, consider other evidence such as medical records, previous educational documents or bank statements. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of enrollment or educational commitment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Favourable social-integration report issued by local authorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal-record certificate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of payment of the fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Visa updates under the new regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The regulation governs visas in a new chapter organizing the relevant authorizations and requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All initial authorizations, including visas, will be valid for one year, with four-year renewals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An extraordinary residence visa is created, valid for up to one year for reasons of national interest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A job-search visa is introduced with a duration of 12 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study stays may be requested from Spain if certain requirements are met, including by people in tourist status during the first 29 days of their stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A volunteer stay may also be requested from within Spain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Family reunification: new rights and procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new regulation establishes a clear and broad framework for the family reunification of foreign nationals with Spanish relatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A specific five-year authorization is created for family members of Spanish nationals, with the right to work from the first day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The following may be reunited: spouses, long-term partners, children up to 26 years of age, ascendants aged 80 or over (or younger ascendants where dependency is proven), carers, parents of Spanish minors and dependent family members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La solicitud puede realizarse desde fuera o dentro de Espa\u00f1a, y tambi\u00e9n desde un consulado si ambas personas est\u00e1n en el extranjero.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During the six months following the entry into force of the regulation (until November 2025), family members already in Spain may apply for this authorization directly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the family relationship ends, an independent residence authorization may be requested provided that certain residence periods are met.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens to applicants for international protection?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new Immigration Regulation, which enters into force on 20 May 2025, introduces significant changes that directly affect applicants for international protection.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the regulation includes an exceptional and temporary route, set out in the Fifth Transitional Provision, allowing some people to access a residence authorization based on arraigo after withdrawing their asylum application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to note that this route is not available to people whose application is still pending (with the white receipt or red card), or to those who have submitted a new application after the regulation enters into force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main advantage of this transitional measure is that it requires only six months of irregular residence, compared with the two years normally required for arraigo.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the new regulation restricts general access to arraigo for asylum applicants, but opens a temporary window for people whose international-protection application was filed before 31 December 2025 and who meet the remaining requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why choose specialized advice such as that offered by the SenValos NGO?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At SenValos, we know that these processes may seem complex. That is why we offer personalized advice to help you navigate the new regulation, ensuring that your application meets all the requirements and maximizing your chances of success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact us today and start your path towards regularization!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script src=\"https:\/\/js.hsforms.net\/forms\/embed\/49285094.js\" defer><\/script>\n<div class=\"hs-form-frame\" data-region=\"na1\" data-form-id=\"b1972e05-46f0-4586-a407-f65304f50913\" data-portal-id=\"49285094\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<div style='text-align:center' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A new Immigration Regulation comes into force on 20 May 2025 that could completely change your immigration situation in Spain. You are probably wondering what new requirements exist for obtaining residence and how this could affect your personal or family plans. 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