🧾 RENEWAL AFTER ARRAIGO

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If you currently hold a temporary residence permit that allows you to work — such as Arraigo Sociolaboral, Arraigo Familiar, Arraigo por Formación, or any other exceptional circumstance permit — and you’ve been living in Spain for at least one year, this is your next step. 🎉

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It’s time to modify your residence into a regular residence and work permit valid for 4 years, giving you full legal stability and freedom to work in Spain. 🇪🇸

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💡 What Is This Procedure?

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This process is officially called:

“Modification from a temporary residence that allows work to a residence and work authorization (initial)”

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In simple words:

➡️ It’s the first renewal after your arraigo or exceptional residence.
➡️ It transforms your permit into a 4-year residence and work authorization.
➡️ You’ll now have a standard, stable residence status in Spain.

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✅ Who Can Apply?

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You can apply if:

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• You’ve held a temporary residence that allows work for at least 1 year.

• You continue to live legally and continuously in Spain.

• You have no criminal record in Spain or in any country you’ve lived in during the last 5 years.

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Then, depending on your situation, you can apply as an employee (por cuenta ajena) or self-employed (por cuenta propia).

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👷 If You Work as an Employee (Por Cuenta Ajena)

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You can apply if you meet one of these situations:

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• You continue working for the same employer who sponsored your initial permit.

• You have worked for at least 3 months per year and meet one of these:

  • You now have a new valid work contract, or

  • You are receiving unemployment benefits, or

  • You are registered as a job seeker (demandante de empleo).

• You have worked at least 9 months in the last 12 months (even with gaps).

• You have a family member in Spain (as defined in Article 66) who meets financial requirements to support you.

• Your contract ended because you are a victim of gender or sexual violence.

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💼 About the work contract:

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• If its a new work contract, the contract must be signed by a company in Spain and start once your new permit is approved.

• If your work contract is with the same employer you had when you applied for your Arraigo Sociolaboral, you don’t need to present a new one — the important thing is that you are still registered and active in Social Security.

• It must be Indefinido (not temporary or sporadic).

• It can be part-time or full-time, but the total annual salary must be equal to or higher than the Spanish Minimum Wage (SMI) for a full-time job.

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💡 If You Work as Self-Employed (Por Cuenta Propia)

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You can apply if you:

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• Continue your same autónomo activity, meeting all tax and Social Security obligations.

• Are receiving unemployment or cessation of activity benefits.

• Had to stop your activity for reasons beyond your control.

• Have a family member who meets the financial conditions to support you.

• Are a victim of gender or sexual violence.

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📋 Documents You Need

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We’ll prepare everything for you — but in general, you’ll need:

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• Full passport (all pages, valid).

• NIE card (front and back).

• Proof of employment or activity, depending on your case:

  • Current or new work contract (meeting the conditions above).

  • Proof of past work and job-seeking registration.

  • Proof of unemployment benefits (if applicable).

  • Proof of self-employment and tax payments (if autónomo).

• Recent padrón certificate.

• School certificate if you have children in school age.

• Payment of government fees:

  • Tasa 790–052 (section 2.5.2) – for residence modification (included in our service).

  • Tasa 790–062 (section 3.2.2) – for the work authorization (must be paid by the employer).

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💡 We prepare both taxes — the 052 is included in our service, and the 062 must be paid directly by your employer.

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📅 How Long Is the New Permit Valid?

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Once approved, your new residence and work authorization will be valid for 4 years.

It gives you full freedom to live and work legally in Spain without yearly renewals. 🇪🇸

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⏳ How Long Does It Take?

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The Immigration Office has up to 3 months to decide.

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✅ If you don’t receive a response within 3 months, your application is considered approved automatically (positive silence).

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After approval:

• You (or your employer) must register you in Social Security within 1 month.

• Then you must apply for your new TIE card (fingerprints) at the police station within another month.

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💼 Our Service Includes

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At MSM Legal Consulting, we make this transition simple and stress-free:

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✔️ Checking if you meet all requirements for modification.
✔️ Preparing all forms and taxes (we include the 052; the 062 is for the employer).
✔️ Reviewing and advising on your work contract or self-employment documents.
✔️ Submitting your complete application.
✔️ Tracking your file until approval.
✔️ Booking your fingerprint appointment and helping you get your new TIE card.

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We handle everything — you just sign and collect your new card! ✨

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📬 How to Send Us Your Documents

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We help clients throughout Spain and abroad 🌍.

📍 Bring your documents to our office.
📧 Send them to info@msmlegalconsulting.es
💬 Or send them by WhatsApp to 602 821 666 for a quick review.

Once we check everything, we’ll prepare your full application and guide you step by step until you have your new 4-year residence and work card. 💼✨
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💬 Need more help or have questions?

You can easily book a consultation with our attorney for personalized legal advice and guidance about your case.