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PR after Study in Spain
The usual route is: job-search permit after graduation, highly qualified or employee permits and long-term residence after five years. Rules change often, so plan with the latest official guidance.
- Up to 12 months to look for work or start a business after graduation
- Highly qualified or employee permits
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PR after Study in Spain
The usual route is: job-search permit after graduation, highly qualified or employee permits and long-term residence after five years. Rules change often, so plan with the latest official guidance.
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Official sources: Spain — Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Spain at a glance
- Work during study
- Up to 30 hours a week, compatible with studies
- Minimum pay
- National minimum wage (SMI), set yearly by the government
- After graduation
- Up to 12 months to look for work or start a business after graduation
- Longer term
- Highly qualified or employee permits; Long-term residence after five years
Pathway
Typical route from student to settlement in Spain
- 01
Stage 1
Job-search permit after graduation
- 02
Stage 2
Highly qualified or employee permits
- 03
Stage 3
Long-term residence after five years
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What helps
Local experience
Skilled work in the country counts in most points systems.
Language
Local-language skills matter outside English-speaking countries.
Clean record
Follow every visa condition, including work-hour limits.
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Up to 30 hours a week, compatible with studies
National minimum wage (SMI), set yearly by the government
Up to 12 months to look for work or start a business after graduation
Possible routes: Job-search permit after graduation, Highly qualified or employee permits and Long-term residence after five years.
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