EEA nationals
Spain opened its borders for workers from all European Economic Area (EEA) countries – apart from Croatia – in spring 2006. Therefore nationals of these countries will not need a work permit or visa to live and work in Spain. However, EAA nationals must register with the Spanish authorities and receive a national identity number in order to enter into a legal employment contract, alongside several other benefits.
Croatian nationals are subject to the same rules as non-EEA nationals listed below.
Non-EEA nationals
Non-EEA nationals who wish to work in Spain must obtain a work permit. They must also obtain a visa before travelling to work in Spain.
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