Spain's Golden Visa in 2026: Programme Closed — What It Means, Renewals and Alternatives
07.08.2026
Spain abolished its Golden Visa on 3 April 2025 — the investor residency programme is closed to new applicants. This guide explains why it ended, what existing permit holders need to know about renewals, family rights and the path to permanent residency, and which alternative visas — non-lucrative, digital nomad, entrepreneur — now make sense for anyone who was planning the investment route.