Spain’s Supreme Court has issued its ruling on the new Immigration Regulation, confirming the validity of the reform as a whole. Although the Court partially upheld the appeal brought by several organizations defending the rights of migrants and annulled a number of specific provisions, the overall framework of the Regulation remains in force. Among the […]
The Spanish Government has unveiled the 2026–2030 Integration and Citizenship Plan, an initiative that introduces a series of measures focused on integration and citizenship in the context of migration. The plan will be launched with an initial budget of more than EUR 500 million during its first year. The plan was developed with the participation […]
Spain’s Supreme Court has issued two procedural orders in connection with the appeals brought by the regional governments of Valencia and Aragón challenging certain provisions of Royal Decree 316/2026, commonly referred to as the Foreign Regularization Decree. Through these orders, the Court has opened the possibility of referring questions to the Court of Justice of […]
In today’s international hiring environment, companies in Spain often need to onboard European Union citizens on short notice before they have obtained a Spanish Foreigner Identification Number (NIE). This raises a common question: is it possible to register an employee under these circumstances? The answer is yes. However, the process involves several practical considerations that […]
The Spanish Government has issued new guidance introducing an important opportunity for beneficiaries of temporary protection from Ukraine. What Has Changed? Eligible individuals can now transition to other residence permits without leaving Spain, including: In addition: What Does This Mean in Practice? Many individuals who have until now held temporary protection status will be able […]
Spain’s General Commission for Immigration and Borders has issued Instruction 1/2026, introducing specific measures regarding return authorizations in response to the increase in travel during the summer period. The instruction addresses the seasonal rise in applications, which can lead to delays in other immigration procedures as return authorizations are prioritized during peak travel months. As […]
The salary threshold applicable to highly qualified professionals under Law 14/2013 has been updated following the publication of the latest average salary figures by Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE). On May 28, 2026, the INE established the average salary for 2024 at €29,540.26. This figure serves as the benchmark for determining the salary requirements applicable […]
An Increasingly Strategic Economic Relationship The economic relationship between Spain and Turkey continues to strengthen year after year. With bilateral trade exceeding €17 billion, both countries have established themselves as strategic partners within the corridor connecting Europe, the Mediterranean, and Asia. Turkey represents a market of more than 85 million people and serves as a […]
With the upcoming implementation of the new European Pact on Migration and Asylum, significant changes are expected in the management of applications and administrative regularization pathways. As of the date the Pact comes into effect, the current criteria will be modified, limiting the granting of residence permits on humanitarian grounds linked to the denial of […]
Spain’s Supreme Court has rejected the request to provisionally suspend the extraordinary migrant regularization process launched on April 16. The decision allows residence and work permit applications to continue being processed while judicial appeals move forward, prioritizing rights and the public interest. *If you have any questions or would like more information about residence and […]