Can my spouse come with me on the Spain digital nomad visa?

Yes, as a family member, with a marriage certificate (apostilled and translated) and the higher household income.

Can my kids go to school in Spain on a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Children with residence in Spain can enrol in school; schooling is compulsory from 6 to 16.

Can my partner work if I have a Spain digital nomad visa?

Family members get their own authorisation under Law 14/2013. Check the UGE's current guidance on work rights for family members.

Can my spouse and kids come with me on the Spain digital nomad visa?

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

Yes. Your spouse or registered partner, children, and in some cases dependent parents can apply with you or join later. The household income requirement rises by 75% of the SMI for the first family member (about €1,068/month) and 25% for each additional one (about €356/month), so a couple needs about €3,917/month in 2026.

Family members and what each needs
Family member	Relationship proof	Other documents
Spouse	Marriage certificate, apostilled + sworn translation	Passport, insurance, criminal record (adults)
Registered or unmarried partner	Proof of registered partnership or stable relationship	Passport, insurance, criminal record
Children under 18	Birth certificate, apostilled + sworn translation	Passport, insurance; consent of the other parent if they are not travelling
Adult or dependent relatives	Proof of relationship and financial dependence	Ask before applying: decided case by case

Income for families

Approximate gross monthly income needed in 2026: €3,917 for a couple, €4,274 with one child, €4,630 with two. These are calculated from the SMI in our rules file; check the current figure on the UGE page.

Can my partner work, and can my kids go to school?

Family members of an international teleworker receive their own residence authorisation. Whether it lets them work in Spain is set by Law 14/2013; confirm the current rule on the UGE family-members page before relying on it.
Children living in Spain can enrol in Spanish schools; schooling is compulsory from 6 to 16. Enrolment is handled by the regional education authority and usually requires registration on the local padrón.

Can my spouse be the main applicant?

Yes, if your spouse is the one who meets the remote-work, income and qualification requirements. The main applicant is whoever qualifies; the other partner joins as a family member.

Quick answers

Can my spouse come with me on the Spain digital nomad visa?: Yes, as a family member, with a marriage certificate (apostilled and translated) and the higher household income.
Can my kids go to school in Spain on a digital nomad visa?: Yes. Children with residence in Spain can enrol in school; schooling is compulsory from 6 to 16.
Can my partner work if I have a Spain digital nomad visa?: Family members get their own authorisation under Law 14/2013. Check the UGE's current guidance on work rights for family members.

What to do next

Families are our $999 plan: checklist for every member, apostille and translation coordination, and priority review.

See the Family plan

Sources

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