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Residence authorisation under the Startups Law for managers and highly qualified staff with a job offer from a Spanish company. It is processed centrally by the UGE-CE with a fast resolution (around 20 working days) and grants residence for the duration of the contract, renewable, with simplified family reunification.
Skilled professionals, technical specialists and managers with a qualifying job offer from a Spanish employer.
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This Startups Law permit is for managers and highly qualified staff with a job offer from a Spanish company; it is processed centrally by the UGE-CE in about 20 working days, lasts for the contract duration, and offers simplified family reunification.
Yes. Spain sets minimum salary thresholds that differ by the type of role (for example managerial versus technical positions), and the offered salary must meet the level required for your position.
The initial permit is granted for up to three years (or the contract length if shorter) and is renewable, typically in two-year periods, as long as the conditions still apply.
Yes. Legal, continuous residence on the HQP permit generally counts toward the five years required for long-term residence in Spain.
It is aimed at graduates or postgraduates from recognised institutions, holders of higher professional qualifications, or specialists with substantial relevant professional experience hired into a qualifying role.
Yes. The HQP route allows family members to apply together with the main applicant, and family members are generally authorised to live and work in Spain.
A change of employer or substantial change in working conditions generally requires notifying the authorities and may require a new authorisation, since the permit is tied to the qualifying job.
