Spain Digital Nomad Visa: Income Requirement Just Went Up

If you are planning to apply for the Spain Digital Nomad Visa in 2026, or you are already living in Spain on one, there is an important update you need to know about. The minimum income requirement has increased by €1,000, bringing the new threshold to €34,188 per year, or €2,849 per month.

This type of adjustment is not unusual. Spain's Digital Nomad Visa income requirement is tied to the country's minimum wage, which is reviewed periodically, so changes like this are something applicants and existing visa holders need to keep an eye on.

Already Have the Visa? Check Your Pay Stubs
If you are currently living in Spain on the Digital Nomad Visa, do not assume you are still in the clear just because you qualified when you first applied. Pull up your latest pay stubs and confirm that your current income still meets the updated threshold. It is easy to overlook a change like this, especially if your salary has stayed flat while the requirement has moved up. Falling out of compliance is exactly the kind of situation covered in our post on what to do if your income drops while on the Digital Nomad Visa.

Watch the Exchange Rate
This is particularly relevant for Americans and anyone else earning in US dollars. The dollar is currently at one of its lowest points against the euro in recent years, which means your income in euros may be lower than you think when converted. Even if your dollar salary looks comfortable on paper, the exchange rate can quietly push you below the monthly minimum.

The practical advice here is to build a buffer into your income calculation rather than trying to hit the requirement exactly. Currency fluctuations are unpredictable, and having some margin protects you from falling out of compliance through no fault of your own.

If you have questions about whether your income qualifies under the new rules, reach out to Blueprint Spain directly and we can review your specific situation.