Spanish immigration lawyers in Mumbai: visas to live in Spain
Quick answer: if you live in Mumbai and want to move to Spain, the right visa depends on how you will live there: remote work, passive income, studies or a job with a Spanish company. You apply at the Embassy of Spain in New Delhi or the Consulate General in Mumbai, depending on your state of residence, usually through their visa centre. We prepare your file with you online, from choosing the visa to getting your TIE card.
Reviewed on 8 November 2026 by Carolina Díaz Calderón, lawyer registered with the Madrid Bar (ICAM no. 97778).
Indian citizens need a Schengen visa for short stays and a residence visa to live in Spain.
Which visa fits you
| Your situation | Recommended route |
|---|---|
| You work remotely for companies or clients outside Spain | Digital nomad visa |
| You live on savings, investments, a pension or rental income | Non-lucrative residence |
| A Spanish company offers you a qualified role | Highly qualified professional |
| You will study in Spain | Student residence |
| You are relocating and want to plan your taxes | Beckham Law or our digital nomad + Beckham Law package |
Looking for the Golden Visa? It was abolished on 3 April 2025: buying property no longer gives residence. See the alternatives for investors.
Documents usually requested from India
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) issued through Passport Seva or your regional passport office.
- Apostille from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on the PCC, degrees and certificates.
- Documents in English also need a sworn translation into Spanish.
- Private health insurance with full cover in Spain and no co-payments.
Criminal record certificates are usually only valid for a short time (typically 3 months), so we tell you when to request them so they don't expire before your appointment.
Taxes
Spain and India have a double taxation treaty. Many IT profiles fit the highly qualified professional route or the digital nomad visa; we also review the Beckham Law.
How we work
- Assessment: we review your profile and tell you which visa fits and what the risks are.
- Document checklist: the exact list for your consulate, including apostilles or legalisation and translations.
- Application: we prepare the file and support you at the consular appointment, or file in Spain where the law allows it.
- Arrival in Spain: town hall registration, fingerprints and TIE, plus tax planning if you need it.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I apply if I live in Mumbai?
At the Embassy of Spain in New Delhi or the Consulate General in Mumbai, depending on your state of residence, usually through their visa centre. The competent consulate depends on where you legally reside, not on your nationality.Do I need to recognise my Indian degree?
For the digital nomad or highly qualified routes, the degree or 3 years of experience is usually enough. Formal recognition is only required for regulated professions.Do I need to travel to Madrid?
No. We work online: we review your documents, prepare the file and only flag the steps that need you in person, such as the consular appointment or TIE fingerprints.Talk to a Spanish immigration lawyer
If you live in Mumbai and want to move to Spain, tell us about your case and we will tell you which route suits you and which documents to prepare first.