Spain Digital Nomad Visa Calculator Updated: Income Threshold Rises to €2,442 Per Month
Updated: 2 hours ago
BARCELONA, September 30, 2026 — Barcelona-based immigration law firm Legal Fournier has quietly rolled out a major update to its popular Digital Nomad Visa eligibility calculator, reflecting Spain's 2026 increase in the Salario Mínimo Interprofesional (SMI).
The tool now sets the baseline income requirement for a solo applicant at €2,442 per month — 200 percent of the monthly SMI — up from €2,310 following January's wage revision . The update matters because many prospective applicants structure remote-work contracts to meet the percentage threshold rather than a fixed figure.
What the New Figures Mean
Applicant Category | Monthly Income Requirement |
Single Applicant | €2,442 (200% of SMI) |
Couple | €3,358 (200% + 75% of SMI) |
Each Additional Child | +€610 |
The 2026 SMI was set at €1,221 per month in 14 payments under Royal Decree 126/2026, published in the BOE on 18 February 2026, representing a 3.1 percent increase from 2025 . The Digital Nomad Visa threshold is pegged at 200 percent of this figure, with family additions calculated at 75 percent for the first dependent and 25 percent for each additional one .
Consular Application Expected Immediately
Although the Ministry of Inclusion has not yet issued an official circular, lawyers expect consulates and Large Companies Unit (UGE) desks to apply the new figures immediately — as happened after the 2025 SMI hike .
Applicants scheduled for biometric appointments in October should be ready to show bank statements, pay slips, or tax returns that meet the higher bar.
The Beckham Law Threshold
Tax advisers note that higher declared income could push some digital nomads above the €600,000 threshold that triggers Spain's "Beckham Law" expat tax regime . Under the Beckham Law, qualifying individuals pay a 24 percent flat tax on Spanish-source employment income up to €600,000, with income above that taxed at 47 percent .
The regime can last up to six years and must be elected within six months of registering with Spanish Social Security . For high earners, the tax decision can be more valuable economically than the visa filing itself .
Employer Cost Implications
For employers, the change slightly raises the cost of Spain-based remote work assignments. This comes on top of private-health-insurance premiums averaging €70–€90 per month, a mandatory requirement for the Digital Nomad Visa .
Payroll teams should also remember that digital nomads may qualify for the Beckham Law tax regime, requiring coordination between immigration and tax planning .
The Calculator's Practical Value
Legal Fournier's updated calculator, refreshed on 29 September, provides an interactive breakdown of income, family dependants, and a month-by-month application timeline — making it a useful compliance tool until the government releases an official conversion table .
The tool also flags document risks, including less than three months with a current employer or client, which is a common issue in Digital Nomad Visa cases .
Quick Reference Summary
Aspect | Details |
Single Applicant Threshold | €2,442/month |
Couple Threshold | €3,358/month |
Additional Child | +€610/month |
2026 SMI | €1,221/month |
Calculator Update | 29 September 2026 |
Official Circular | Not yet issued |
Beckham Law Threshold | €600,000 |
Health Insurance | €70–€90/month average |
Read Also
Official Resources
Resource | Link |
Legal Fournier – Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility Calculator (EN) | |
Legal Fournier – Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility Calculator (ES) | |
Legal Fournier – Beckham Law Checker | |
BOE – Royal Decree 126/2026 (SMI 2026) | |
Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs |
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