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Residence for Socio-Labor Arraigo

Have You Been Building Your Life in Spain for Years Without Residence?

It’s time to take the final step! Our firm specializes in helping you obtain your residence through socio- labor arraigo — quickly, securely, and with personalized support.

Our team of expert lawyers will guide you through every stage of the process: from reviewing requirements and preparing your file to handling employment contracts, reports, and representing you before the authorities.

We carefully analyze your case and craft the best strategy to secure your residence and work permit without complications.

Don’t let paperwork hold you back. Trust experienced professionals to regularize your situation successfully.

Your future in Spain starts today!

Specific Requirements

People who have remained in Spain continuously for at least 2 years and who can demonstrate:

Training :

The applicant must demonstrate that they possess the necessary qualifications or experience to perform the job offered to them.

Employment contract :

You must present one or more employment contracts that, at the time of application, guarantee:

  • A wage at least equal to the current minimum salary or the amount established by the applicable collective agreement, proportional to the hours worked.
  • A minimum total working time of 20 hours per week.

REQUIREMENTS

You must be physically present in Spain (not applying for international protection).

You must reside continuously in Spain for at least 2 years.

You must have no criminal record and pose no threat to public security.

You must not be subject to a return ban or deemed inadmissible to Spain.

The employer(s) must meet the following conditions:

The job offer must be permitted under current Spanish employment regulations.

A signed contract must be presented, effective upon approval of the authorization.

The contract must comply with legal requirements and the applicable collective agreement.

If part-time, the salary must still meet minimum annual legal standards.

The employer must be up to date with tax and Social Security obligations.

The employer must have sufficient resources to hire.

Permit duration

1 year

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How Does the Process Work?

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  • 1 Initial Contact
  • 2 Consultation
  • 3 Contracting and Payment
  • 4 Document Preparation and Management
  • 5 Fingerprinting Process
  • 6 Ongoing Support

Start your journey toward a residence in Spain today! Our team is ready to help you achieve your goals.

Register quickly and easily through our app — it takes just 1 minute! Simply click the “Become a Client” button in the menu and begin your smooth, secure journey toward living in Spain and beyond.

We will schedule a personalized consultation to thoroughly assess your situation and develop a strategic plan tailored to your specific needs.

During this stage, we will formalize the necessary agreements to ensure a transparent, efficient, and well-structured collaboration before beginning the process.

Once the agreement is formalized, you may choose the payment method that best suits your needs:

  • Full Upfront Payment: Ensures faster and uninterrupted processing.
  • Split Payment: Pay in two installments, offering greater flexibility and convenience.
  • Documentation: We support you throughout the process, from gathering all required documents to assembling a complete and accurate application file.
  • Application Submission: Your application is submitted electronically to the competent authority.
  • Approval period: The legal response period is 3 months, although this may vary depending on the province.
  • Obtaining the residence card (TIE): Once the application is approved, you will receive your residence card approximately within one month.
  • Appointment: We schedule your fingerprinting appointment at the police station on your behalf.as.
  • Documentation: Bring your passport and one photo for the Foreigner Identity Card (TIE); we handle the rest.
  • Fingerprinting: You will receive your TIE within 30 to 45 days, certifying your residence in Spain.

At IGOLAW, our support doesn’t end once your residence is approved.

You are never on your own—our team in Barcelona is here to assist you with tax matters, renewals, and any additional procedures you may need, ensuring ongoing guidance and peace of mind.

PRICES

BASIC PACKAGE

Affordable option for those who have already advanced part of the process.
Offers a review and submission of the case file by a lawyer, with basic follow-up. It does not include responses to official requests or additional services. Recommended for those who already have their documentation prepared and experience with immigration procedures.

€400

STANDARD PACKAGE

Complete assistance with the essentials.
Includes all the fundamental steps of the procedure, with legal advice, preparation of the case file, and follow-up, as well as payment of fees and management of key appointments. Ideal for those who want security and support but do not need additional services such as translations or opening a bank account.

€990

PREMIUM PACKAGE

Comprehensive and worry-free service.
Designed for those who seek full support throughout the entire process. It includes everything from document preparation, sworn translations, and administrative procedures to personal assistance at appointments and coverage of all official fees.

€1500

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Frequently Asked Questions about Temporary Residence for Socio-Labor Arraigo

It is an exceptional residence permit in Spain granted to foreign nationals who can demonstrate continuous stay in the country and/or proven social and employment integration.

You must have continuously resided in Spain for at least 2 years before submitting your application.

Yes, but absences cannot exceed 90 calendar days in total within the two-year period.

No. One of the requirements is not being an applicant for international protection.

  • You are considered an applicant from the moment you express your intention to request protection.

  • If you withdraw your application, from that moment the calculation of the required period of stay resumes for arraigo purposes.

t is a type of temporary residence permit based on exceptional circumstances, granted to foreign nationals who, in addition to meeting the residence requirement, can prove employment ties through valid work contracts.

You may submit any type of contract allowed under Spanish labor law, as long as it guarantees at least the minimum interprofessional wage or the salary established in the applicable collective agreement, proportional to the working hours.
The following are also accepted:

  • Permanent seasonal (discontinuous) contracts.

  • Successive temporary contracts.

  • Substitution contracts, provided they guarantee more than 90 days of employme

f you submit temporary contracts, the individual or combined duration must be longer than 90 days.

The contract or combination of contracts must guarantee a minimum of 20 hours per week in total.

The employer must:

  • Be up to date with tax and Social Security obligations.

  • Have sufficient economic, material, or personal resources to sustain their business project and meet the obligations of the employment contract.

No. It is not possible to apply for Socio-Labor Arraigo by proving self-employment activity.

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