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Foreign Executives in Madrid: Support and Advisory Services

We offer comprehensive support and advisory services for executives looking to settle in Madrid, including administrative procedures, housing search, and personalized city tours.

At Speelsbury, we offer comprehensive support with administrative procedures to ease the arrival and integration of international executives in Spain. We handle all essential processes to ensure a smooth, legally compliant transition, tailored to each profile and nationality. 

Intra-Community Executives (EU/EEA/Switzerland)

Citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area, and Switzerland do not need a visa to live or work in Spain, but they must complete certain mandatory procedures:

  • Registration as a resident in Spain
    Processing of the Certificate of Registration as an EU Citizen. 
  • Obtaining the NIE (Foreigner Identification Number)
    An essential document for any administrative process, such as signing a contract, opening a bank account, or renting a home.
  • Municipal Registration
    Registration with the municipal census of the city of residence.
  • Social Security and Affiliation Number
    For executives working under an employment contract in Spain.
  • Tax Advisory and Bank Account Opening
    Support to establish a clear tax situation from the beginning.

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Non-EU Executives (outside the EU) 

Citizens of third countries must meet specific visa and permit requirements before starting their activity in Spain. We offer full advisory services for:

  • Obtaining the appropriate visa (residence, work, intra-company transfer)
    We assess the best option based on the executive’s profile and employment situation.
  • Processing of the NIE and residence and work authorization 
    ​    We coordinate appointments with immigration authorities and gather all necessary documentation.
  • Family reunification
    Assistance in managing the arrival of accompanying family members.
  • Municipal Registration and Social Security 
    ​    Personalized support throughout all key steps.
  • International legal and tax advisory 
    Ensuring regulatory compliance and optimization of the executive's financial situation.

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