Where do UK residents apply for the Spain digital nomad visa?
Updated · Consulates guide · Not legal advice
UK residents apply at one of Spain's three consulates general: Edinburgh covers Scotland, while London and Manchester split England and Wales by area. Since Brexit, British citizens are non-EU nationals and use the same international teleworker visa as Americans.
| Consulate | Covers | Official site |
|---|---|---|
| London | Part of England (see the jurisdiction map) | Embassy consulates page |
| Manchester | Wales, the Isle of Man and part of England | Embassy consulates page |
| Edinburgh | Scotland | Embassy consulates page |
Check your area first
The England split between London and Manchester is by county or region. Use the embassy's consulates page to confirm yours, then check the consulate's page for its booking system and checklist.
UK documents
UK public documents are apostilled by the UK government's legalisation service. Your criminal record certificate for the last 2 years and other foreign documents usually need a Spanish sworn translation. See apostille and sworn translation.
Quick answers
- Can UK citizens get the Spain digital nomad visa after Brexit?
- Yes. British citizens are now non-EU nationals and can apply on the same terms as other non-EU remote workers.
- Which consulate do I use?
- The one covering where you live in the UK: Edinburgh for Scotland; London or Manchester for England and Wales by area.
- Can I apply from inside Spain?
- Yes, if you are legally in Spain when you file with the UGE.
What to do next
Check your eligibility and get your personal checklist.
Run the free eligibility checkSources
- Embassy of Spain in London: consulates and jurisdictions
- Consulate General of Spain in London
- UGE: digital nomad FAQ (Spanish, PDF)
Checked: . Rules change; confirm current values on the official pages above before you file.