Intracompany Relocation Residency
What is Intracompany Relocation Residency?
Intra-corporate Transfer Residency in Spain allows companies within the same corporate group to transfer their key employees to a subsidiary, branch or headquarters in Spain. This type of residency is designed to facilitate the mobility of employees within the same corporate group, allowing companies to optimize their international operations and strengthen their presence in the Spanish market.
Requirements to obtain Intra-company Transfer Residency in Spain:
In order for an employee to obtain intra-company transfer residency, both the company and the employee must comply with a series of requirements and present the appropriate documentation:
- Employment Relationship with the Corporate Group: The applicant must be employed in a company of the corporate group that has a subsidiary, branch or headquarters relationship in Spain. Must demonstrate that he/she has worked for the parent company outside of Spain for at least six months prior to the transfer.
- Employment Contract or Transfer Agreement: The employee must have an employment contract or transfer agreement with the entity in Spain. This contract must specify the employee's duties and responsibilities in the Spanish subsidiary, as well as the duration of the transfer.
- Qualifications and Experience: The employee must have the necessary qualifications and experience to perform the role in the Spanish subsidiary. This may include academic degrees, professional certifications and a relevant work history.
- Financial Means and Working Conditions: The company must guarantee that the employee will receive an adequate salary and that all working conditions stipulated by Spanish law are met. It must also be demonstrated that the employee has sufficient financial means to support himself/herself during his/her stay in Spain.
- Compliance with Legal Regulations: The applicant and the company must comply with all legal and tax regulations in Spain, ensuring that all work activities are carried out in accordance with Spanish law.
Advantages of Intra-company Relocation Residency in Spain
- International Resource Optimization: Allows companies to move key talent within the group, optimizing human resources and strengthening their presence in the Spanish market.
- Access to a Strategic Market: Spain offers a strategic market in Europe and a favorable business environment, with access to a network of clients and business opportunities.
- Facilitating Mobility: Intra-company relocation facilitates the mobility of key employees, enabling rapid integration into the new work and cultural environment.
- Family Reunification: Residency applications are allowed for immediate family members, facilitating the transfer of spouses and minor children to Spain.
Application Process for Intra-company Transfer Residence in Spain:
- Transfer Preparation: Make sure that the employee meets all the requirements and obtain the employment contract or transfer agreement with the subsidiary in Spain.
- Preparation of Documentation: Gather all necessary documentation, including the employment contract, proof of previous employment relationship, accreditation of qualifications, and demonstration of financial means and working conditions.
- Submission of the Application: The application must be submitted to the Large Companies and Strategic Collectives Unit (UGE-CE). This agency will be in charge of evaluating the application and the documents submitted.
- Evaluation and Resolution: The UGE-CE will issue a resolution within approximately 20 working days. If the application is approved, the residence card will be issued.
- Obtaining the Residence Card: With the favorable resolution, the employee must register at the corresponding immigration office and apply for the residence card.
How can we help you?
Our team of lawyers specialized in immigration law and intra-company relocation processes is ready to assist you at every stage of the process. We offer comprehensive advice to ensure that the relocation of your employees is carried out efficiently and in compliance with all legal requirements.
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