{"id":2748,"date":"2023-06-05T09:45:55","date_gmt":"2023-06-05T08:45:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/?p=2748"},"modified":"2024-07-22T13:31:54","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T12:31:54","slug":"diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/en\/difference-between-status-and-residency\/","title":{"rendered":"Difference between stay and residence in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the field of immigration and aliens law, there are terms which often cause confusion, especially when it comes to understanding the difference between stay and residence, two terms used to refer to the <strong>time that a foreigner stays in Spanish territory.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At \u00d3dice Abogados, a law firm for foreigners in Malaga, we have extensive experience in this field and we want to share with you key information to understand these concepts and guide you towards the right path during your stay in Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is a stay in Spain?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:7px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A stay in Spain refers to the limited time that a foreigner spends in the country without establishing permanent residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specifically, the room has a <strong>duration<\/strong> <strong>maximum of<\/strong> <strong>90 days in a 180-day period<\/strong> y <strong>does not allow work or any economic activity in the country.<\/strong>unless special authorisation is obtained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, during the time of stay,<strong> <\/strong>foreigners are subject to Spanish laws and regulations, however, this period of stay <strong>will not count towards obtaining Spanish nationality for legal and continuous residence in Spain.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-1024x512.png\" alt=\"difference between stay and residence\" class=\"wp-image-2749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-2048x1024.png 2048w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I apply to stay in Spain?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The stay in Spain is granted through a short-stay visa (Schengen visa), such as a tourist, student or business visa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The requirements for this type of visa include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of accommodation during the stay (e.g. hotel reservation).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of the reason for the trip (travel reservations, invitation from a family member or friend, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of sufficient financial means to cover expenses during the stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel medical insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The procedure for obtaining this visa is usually carried out at the Spanish consulate in the applicant's country of origin before travelling to Spain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is a residence in Spain?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:7px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Residence in Spain is the authorisation that allows a foreign person to <strong>living in Spain for a period of time longer than 90 days <\/strong>and involves <strong>establishing a domicile and habitual residence in the country<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once residence is granted, a so-called foreigner's identification card (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.interior.gob.es\/opencms\/es\/servicios-al-ciudadano\/tramites-y-gestiones\/extranjeria\/regimen-general\/tarjeta-de-identidad-de-extranjero\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TIE<\/a>), which accredits legal residence status in Spain and allows you to live and work legally in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this respect, it is essential to bear in mind that it must not <strong>being absent from the country for extended periods of time<\/strong>The residence permit may be revoked, as this may result in the loss of residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Renewal of Spanish residence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In relation to the renewal of Spanish residency, it is crucial to point out that this is not perpetual and requires <strong>regular renewals<\/strong> which vary according to the type of residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When should the residence permit be renewed?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial temporary residence in Spain is usually valid for one year. After this period, it can be renewed for two-year periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This renewal must be applied for within 60 days prior to the expiry of the current residency.<\/strong>However, it is also permitted to do so within 90 days of expiry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is residency renewed?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The renewal process generally involves the submission of an application and a number of documents to the <a href=\"https:\/\/sede.administracionespublicas.gob.es\/pagina\/index\/directorio\/icpplus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aliens Office<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact documents required may vary, but generally include evidence of continued compliance with the conditions that gave rise to the initial residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the <strong>general documents <\/strong>required<strong> <\/strong>are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal record certificate from the country of origin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of the reason for applying for residence (employment contract, admission to an educational institution, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical insurance covering all risks in Spain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In some cases, an integration test may be required, such as a language or civic knowledge test, as well as a social integration report issued by the Autonomous Community or Local Corporation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if residency is not renewed?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not renew your residency, you run the risk of staying in Spain illegally, which can have legal consequences and make it difficult to obtain residency in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of residence in Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Spain, residency can be acquired for various reasons and, depending on these, different types of residencies are classified. The most common at present are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Family Reunification Residence<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of residence allows foreigners who are already residing in Spain to bring their immediate family members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The requirements to apply for this type of residence include having a legal residence in Spain for at least one year and having the authorisation to reside for at least another year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Residence for Work<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who have found an employment opportunity in Spain, there is the possibility to apply for a residencia por trabajo. Recently, the <a href=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/en\/visa-for-digital-nomads-in-spain-residence-permit\/\">Digital Nomads Visa<\/a>for foreigners wishing to work remotely from Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of obtaining residence for work in Spain can be complex, as it requires the company offering the job to prove that it could not find a worker registered as a jobseeker in Spain to fill the job offered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Non-Profit Residence<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of residence is for those who have the financial means to live in Spain without the need to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to obtain it, the applicant must prove that he\/she has sufficient financial resources for him\/herself and his\/her family members during his\/her stay in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Residence on the basis of Arraigo<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/en\/permiso-de-residencia-por-arraigo-familiar-en-espana-2023\/(abre%20en%20una%20nueva%20pesta%C3%B1a)\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">residency on the basis of arraigo<\/a> is offered to those who have been in Spain continuously for a certain period of time (usually three years) and have established social or economic ties with the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to obtain it, a series of documents and proof of \"arraigo\" in Spain are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that these are just a few examples and that there are other types of residency depending on specific circumstances. If you are considering residency in Spain, it is important that you consult an expert in immigration law to understand what is the best option for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact our lawyers specialised in foreigners and immigration at <a href=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/en\/#contacto#contacto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"difference between stay and residence\" class=\"wp-image-2750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/diferencia-entre-estancia-y-residencia-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Difference between stay and residence in Spain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main difference between stay and residence in Spain lies in the fact that <strong>the duration of the legal stay and on rights <\/strong>that each situation confers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While <strong>the stay is of a temporary nature and limited to a maximum of 90 days<\/strong>With some exceptions, residence permits a longer stay and can be renewed depending on the duration of the residence permit obtained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In relation to rights and obligations, we find another major difference between stay and residence, since<strong> during a stay, foreign nationals have limited rights<\/strong> and are subject to the regulations established for the type of visa they hold. On the other hand, <strong>residents have more rights and responsibilities<\/strong>including access to education, health care and the possibility to work legally in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How can I change from Stay in Residence to Residence?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, <strong>it is not possible to change directly from a stay status to a residence status<\/strong>. Normally, the individual must return to his or her country of origin and from there apply for a residence permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are exceptional situations such as in the case of students who have been in Spain for more than six months and want to change their stay from study to residence for work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"abogado extranjeria malaga\" class=\"wp-image-2753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/abogado-extranjeria-malaga-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Despacho de Abogados de Extranjer\u00eda en M\u00e1laga &#8211; Diferencia entre estancia y residencia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:7px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At \u00d3dice Abogados, we understand that navigating the complexities of immigration and residency renewal can be a challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team of specialist immigration lawyers in Malaga are on hand to guide you through this process, providing you with the information and advice you need to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have questions about your stay, your residency, the renewal of your residency, or any other aspect of Spanish immigration law, please feel free to contact us to schedule a consultation through our <a href=\"https:\/\/odiceabogados.com\/en\/#contacto#contacto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">web form<\/a>email or telephone<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The main difference between stay and residence is the duration of legal stay. 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