I just wanted to post an update regarding prior information. I am trying to get a work permit for freelance work as an English Teacher. I went to Sevilla, rented an apartment, paid a few months in advance. Applied for and obtained my Padron. Opened a bank account. Applied for an NIE with form ex 15, stating a non-lucrative visa. Received my NIE certificate. Signed a contract with Orange for ADSL, so I would be able to do my on line lessons, for which I have a contract from a company in the states to teach their expats via Skype.
Lawbird told me via e-mail that I would not be able to get my NIE, without depositing lots of money in the bank.
My lawyer here in the states, stated oops, the non-lucrative is not the way. But there is a FREELANCER visa, which is not posted on the website for the consulate of spain, which is a 'loophole', further stating that a lawyer from Spain sent him a package of info. However, this info, now states that I need a business plan. I am not setting up my own company......Can anyone shed any light on this PLEASE? My NIE is only good for 3 months. Thank you.
May 24, 2013 · Expatriator
Interesting. I've heard rumours of folks getting freelancer visas after setting themselves up as "autonomo (http://www.spainexpat.com/spain/information/jobs_and_working_in_spain/)" but these were only rumours and I've never been able to verify it. I do know someone who sponsored oneself by creating a new SL (limited company), for which he did indeed need a business plan (it was a legit business). Then there is a separate "freelancers visa (http://www.spainexpat.com/spain/information/freelancers_working_visa_in_spain/)" but that is really only for journalists.
You shouldn't need any money deposited to get an NIE, but you might need a pile deposited for your business to register and be able to sponsor you in the case of an SL.
Did you end up getting the non-lucrative visa?
Sounds like you're blazing an unconventional trail toward immigration... would love to get updates as you go!
You shouldn't need any money deposited to get an NIE, but you might need a pile deposited for your business to register and be able to sponsor you in the case of an SL.
Did you end up getting the non-lucrative visa?
Sounds like you're blazing an unconventional trail toward immigration... would love to get updates as you go!