Are online visa services safe to give my passport to?

You should rarely need to hand over your original passport. Share copies, and only with a service whose identity you have verified.

Does a flat-fee visa service guarantee approval?

No legitimate one can. The decision belongs to the Spanish authorities.

What's a fair price for help with a digital nomad visa?

We charge $599 (one applicant) and $999 (family). Compare what's included, not only the price.

How much do Spanish immigration lawyers charge?

Fees vary widely by firm and case complexity. Ask for a written quote that lists what is and isn't included.

How do I know a visa agency is legit and not a scam?

Updated 2026-11-12 · Spain nomad visa guide · Not legal advice

A legitimate visa service says clearly that it is private, never guarantees approval, lets you pay government fees only through official channels, and tells you who reviews your file. If someone gives legal advice, check that they are a lawyer registered with a Spanish bar association (Colegio de Abogados) in the General Council of Spanish Lawyers' directory.

Green flags vs red flags
Green flag	Red flag
Says it is a private company, links official sources	Looks like a government site or uses official seals
Fixed, published price	Price only after a 'consultation', or extra fees later
No guarantee of approval	'Guaranteed visa' or 'approval in X days'
Government fees paid to the government	Asks you to pay 'visa fees' to them
Named lawyer with bar number for legal work	No names, no bar number
Never asks you to mail your original passport without reason	Wants originals by post up front

What a flat-fee service should include

Eligibility review against the current rules, with sources.
A personal checklist for your route and nationality.
Templates for letters you must collect (employer, clients).
A human review of the full file before you submit, and clarity on what happens if it is refused.

Quick answers

Are online visa services safe to give my passport to?: You should rarely need to hand over your original passport. Share copies, and only with a service whose identity you have verified.
Does a flat-fee visa service guarantee approval?: No legitimate one can. The decision belongs to the Spanish authorities.
What's a fair price for help with a digital nomad visa?: We charge $599 (one applicant) and $999 (family). Compare what's included, not only the price.
How much do Spanish immigration lawyers charge?: Fees vary widely by firm and case complexity. Ask for a written quote that lists what is and isn't included.

What to do next

See exactly what we include, who reviews your file, and what we don't do.

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Sources

Checked: 2026-11-12. Rules change; confirm current values on the official pages above before you file.