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💡 MCHM Lawyers - Lawyers - Data Protection and Intellectual Property (GDPR – IP) 📎 Residence and Work under an Employment Contract in Spain: Complete Guide to Applying for the Permit in 2025 🏠 https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/ 🔗 https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/abogados-proteccion-datos-almeria ⚖️ Lawyers in Almería 📞 950 106 453 / 674 21 65 59 📧 info@mchmabogados.es 👉 Residence and Work under an Employment Contract in Spain: Contingent, Job Offer and Requirements (2025) ✨ 💬Spain continues to be an attractive destination for foreign professionals seeking job opportunities and a better quality of life. To work legally in the country, one of the most used mechanisms is the initial authorization for temporary residence and work under an employment contract, especially under the contingent system and through a formal job offer. This article provides a complete and updated guide on the requirements, procedure, and legal implications of this type of permit. ✍️ What is the Residence and Work Authorization under an Employment Contract? It is an authorization that allows foreign citizens not belonging to the European Union, European Economic Area, or Switzerland to reside and work in Spain under an employment contract. This authorization is requested by the Spanish employer and is aimed at workers over 16 years old for jobs lasting more than 90 days and less than five years. Legal Basis This permit is regulated by: • Organic Law 4/2000, on the rights and freedoms of foreigners in Spain. • Royal Decree 1155/2024, which approves the regulation of this law. General Requirements For the Foreign Worker • Not being a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland. • Not being irregularly in Spain. • Having no criminal record in Spain and in the countries where they have resided in the last five years. • Not being listed as inadmissible in the Schengen area. • Not being subject to a non-return obligation. • Possessing the professional qualification required for the position, duly recognized if necessary. • Paying the corresponding fees. • That the national employment situation allows hiring (occupations difficult to fill or proof of impossibility to cover the position with local workers). For the Employer • Submit a signed employment contract, with conditions compliant with current regulations. • Be up to date with tax and Social Security obligations. • Demonstrate sufficient economic solvency to cover the worker’s expenses. • Be registered in the Social Security system. • In the case of individual employers, demonstrate income above the minimum wage according to the number of family members. Job Offer and National Employment Situation Hiring must be justified by the national employment situation, which is evaluated through: • The Catalog of Hard-to-Fill Occupations, published quarterly. • For occupations not included, the employer must prove the difficulty of filling the position through an offer published on the Empléate portal and in the Public Employment Services. Required Documentation • Official application form (EX-03). • Copy of the worker’s passport. • Documentation proving professional qualification. • Employment contract. • Fiscal and legal documentation of the employer (NIF, deed of incorporation, legal representation). • Justification of the national employment situation or exemption. Procedure 1. Submission of the application by the employer to the Foreigners’ Office or online. 2. Evaluation by the administration within a period of up to three months. 3. If the decision is favorable, the worker must apply for the visa at the Spanish consulate in their country. 4. Once in Spain, they must apply for the Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) and be registered in Social Security. Validity and Renewal • The initial authorization lasts 1 year. • It can be renewed for up to 4 years, provided that labor and legal conditions are maintained. • Renewal allows greater flexibility, including changing the employer. Benefits of the Authorization • Legal residence in Spain. • Access to the labor market and Social Security. • Labor rights equivalent to those of Spanish citizens. • Possibility of family reunification. • Basis to apply for long-term residence or Spanish nationality. Final Considerations This type of authorization represents a safe and regulated way to integrate into the Spanish labor market. However, the process requires careful planning, strict compliance with the requirements, and a solid job offer. Both employers and workers must be well-informed and advised to avoid errors that may result in the denial of the application. ✨ ⚖️ Welcome to the Civil Online process offered by MCHM Lawyers. Through our online platform, we offer the convenience of completing the entire procedure from the comfort of your home, without needing to visit our office or the courts (except for mandatory procedures). Below, we guide you through each step of the process: Access to Your Personal Account: Once you access our website https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/inicio-sesion-mchmabogados-almeria [Civil], you can create a personal account or log in if you already have an existing account. From your personal account, you will have access to all necessary tools to complete the Civil process. Document Upload: From your personal account, you can upload all documents necessary to initiate the Civil process. This includes text documents, images, and any other relevant documents for your case. Reception of Notifications and Requests: Once your documents are uploaded, you will receive notifications and requests through your personal account on our online platform. These notifications will include information about the status of your case, any required actions on your part, and any important communications related to your Civil process. Process Tracking: From your personal account, you can track in real-time the progress of your case. This includes information on hearings, court resolutions, and any other relevant updates. Communication with Your Lawyer: Through our online platform, you can communicate directly with your assigned lawyer. You can make inquiries, ask questions, and receive personalized legal advice at any time during the process. Reception of Judgment: Once the process is completed, you will receive the final judgment through your personal account on our online platform. This judgment will include any decisions made by the court regarding your Civil case. In summary, our Civil Online process offers the convenience and flexibility of completing the entire procedure from the comfort of your home, without visiting our office or the courts (except for mandatory procedures). With access to your personal account on our online platform, you can upload documents, receive notifications, communicate with your lawyer, and track the progress of your case in real-time. At MCHM Lawyers, we are committed to providing you the best possible service throughout the Civil process. ✨ 📖 lawyers in almeria 📍 For more information, do not hesitate to contact MCHM Lawyers. ✍️ ⚓️ Legal residence, employment under a contract, job offer, labor quota, initial permit, Spanish employer, signed contract, national employment situation, hard-to-fill occupations, work visa, renewable authorization, family reunification, foreigner identity card, Spanish labor market, regulated migration

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