Law 14/2013 · Professional internships
Residence for internships
A permit for certain foreign nationals who have recently obtained a higher education degree and want to do a professional internship in Spain related to their studies.
Is this the right option for you?
It is aimed at people who have obtained a higher education degree in the two years before applying, or who are studying for one. The degree can come from a recognized institution in any country, not necessarily in Spain.
We review which form applies, check the relevant agreement or contract and handle the immigration procedure until a decision is made.
It is not subject to the national employment situation and can be applied for even before your job-search residence ends.
Main requirements
These are the essential requirements. The specific documents may vary depending on your nationality, your personal situation and changes in the law.
Recent degree
A higher education degree obtained in the two years before applying, or ongoing studies leading to one.
Internship linked to your studies
The internship must be related to the field of study and the level of qualification of the degree.
Agreement or training contract
An internship agreement with the host organization or a training employment contract for gaining professional experience (article 11 of the Spanish Workers’ Statute).
Insurance and financial means
Under the internship agreement form, you must show health insurance and sufficient financial means.
No labor market test
This permit is not subject to the national employment situation.
Duration
With an agreement, the length of the agreement, up to twelve months, renewable only once without exceeding two years in total. With a training contract, between six months and one year.
Who files the application
Under the agreement form, the host organization. If you live outside Spain, you will need a visa.
How can we help?
- Initial eligibility review.
- Immigration strategy.
- Personalized checklist.
- Legal review of your documents.
- Preparing and filing your application.
- Follow-up with the authorities.
- Responding to requests for documents where applicable.
- Assistance with the steps after approval.
Usual documents
- Valid passport.
- Higher education degree or proof of ongoing studies.
- Internship agreement or training employment contract.
- Training program and supervision conditions.
- Health insurance and proof of financial means, under the agreement form.
- Criminal record certificate.
The final documents will depend on the applicant’s personal circumstances, nationality and the applicable procedure. After the initial review you will receive a personalized checklist.
Related procedures
- Residence to look for work or start a businessIf you graduated in Spain and want to stay to look for work or start a business.See procedure
- Student stayFor studies, training or recognized educational activities in Spain.See procedure
- Residence and work as an employeeIf you have a job offer from a company in Spain.See procedure
Tell us about your situation
We will review your case and explain which route may fit your circumstances.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration requirements may vary depending on the applicant’s personal circumstances and the legislation in force at the time of the application.