20 working days for permit approval, additional 10 working days for visa after consulate submission.

Yes, the permit is aimed at non-EU managers, specialists, or trainees.

The Spanish entity must prove real business activity and a formal corporate relationship.

Yes, if enrolled in structured training and with a verified company group link (max 1 year).

Application fee (€73.26), consular fee (~€90), residence card fee (~€16, subject to change).

Incomplete documentation, unproven business link, insufficient salary, lack of required skills or experience.

Quick processing, no labor market test, intra-EU mobility, family reunification, Schengen access.

ICT is for internal transfers, does not require job market test and allows intra-EU mobility; Blue Card is for qualified workers with new job offers.

Spouses, children, and financially dependent relatives can accompany the main applicant.

In 2025, minimum annual salary of approx. €40,077 for highly qualified roles.

Yes, with continued eligibility and company need. Extensions up to max total allowed by law.

Up to three years for managers/specialists; one year for trainees. Renewable under certain conditions.

UGE-CE decision in around 20 working days; consulate processes visa within 10 working days.

The host company files online with UGE-CE; after approval, the employee applies for the visa at a Spanish consulate.

Passport, employment contract, transfer letter, social security, proof of qualifications, criminal record check, etc..

Applicants must have a genuine job offer, appropriate role, proven company link, and required qualifications/experience.

Non-EU employees in managerial, specialist, or trainee roles at a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate of the same company.

It is a residence and work permit for non-EU managers, specialists, and trainees sent to work in Spain by their multinational employer.