Visas
Non-Lucrative Visa Preparation Support
Document preparation support for the NLV — one of the most common routes for British nationals who want to live in Spain without working.
Fixed price, no hidden fees
£125
What this is
The Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) allows you to live in Spain without working. It is a popular route for retirees, people with passive income, and those who can support themselves without employment.
We help you understand the income requirements, organise the financial evidence, track apostille and translation requirements, and prepare a document checklist aligned to your specific situation.
This is preparation support, not a visa guarantee. The consulate makes the decision. Our job is to help you present a complete, coherent application.
What you receive
- NLV suitability assessment (does this route appear to fit your situation?)
- Income requirement explanation (passive income thresholds, evidence types)
- Financial evidence organiser (what documents, in what form, with what certification)
- Apostille and translation tracker
- Document checklist specific to your circumstances
- Common red flag screening (e.g., remote work while on NLV, borderline finances, criminal record)
- Post-arrival TIE appointment guidance
- One written NLV Preparation Pack delivered by email
- One bounded follow-up round within 7 days
What is not included
We are clear about this because it protects you and it protects us.
- Legal advice or legal representation
- Tax advice on 183-day rules or dual tax residence
- Guaranteeing visa approval
- Booking consulate appointments
- Completing application forms for you (we guide, you complete)
Who this is for
- Retirees with stable pension or investment income
- People with passive income (rental, dividends, savings)
- Those who do not need to work in Spain
- Families where one member qualifies and others apply as dependants
Who this is not for
- People who need or plan to work in Spain (the DNV or other routes may be more appropriate)
- People whose income is borderline or hard to evidence (we flag this and suggest professional review)
- People who want a guaranteed outcome (we prepare thoroughly; consulates decide)
How it works
Enquiry
Submit an enquiry telling us your situation and timeline. We'll review and reply if Costa Bridge looks like the right fit.
Payment and onboarding
If we agree to proceed, you'll receive a secure payment link and a link to our structured onboarding form.
Document review
We review your answers and any documents you share. If we spot red flags, we'll flag them for professional review before you proceed.
Written output
You receive your written pack or report by email. This is the core deliverable — structured, practical and specific to your situation.
Follow-up window
You get a bounded follow-up period to ask clarifying questions related to the report. Complex new issues may trigger a professional referral.
Common questions
Do I qualify for the NLV?
"Appears to" is the most honest answer at this stage. Based on what you tell us, we assess whether the route looks viable and flag concerns. Final qualification is determined by the Spanish consulate, not by us.
How much income do I need?
This changes and is set by Spanish regulation. We give you the current known threshold based on official sources, with a note that you must verify the current figure before applying.
Can I do remote work on the NLV?
This is a complex and evolving area. Strictly speaking, the NLV is a non-work visa. Some people do remote work, but this may have tax and legal implications. We flag this as a red flag requiring professional review.
What happens after I get the visa?
You enter Spain, apply for your TIE within 30 days, register on the padrón and arrange healthcare. We include a post-arrival checklist in the pack.
Ready to get started?
If this service looks like the right fit, send us an enquiry. We review every message personally and reply if we can help.
Enquire about this serviceNo obligation. We will tell you honestly if Costa Bridge is the right fit or if a specialist is better suited.