Kingdom of Spain
Spain Golden Visa (ending April 2025) processing time
Spain’s Golden Visa real-estate route was abolished by Organic Law 1/2025 effective 3 April 2025. No new processing times apply.
Typical window
Not centrally published
Government fees
Not applicable.
Last checked
20 April 2026
What drives the timeline
Spain Golden Visa (ending April 2025) sits in the investor category. Typical duration: Closed to new property-based applications from 3 April 2025.. Indicative government fees: Not applicable..
- Does not require a sponsor.
- Leads to settlement / permanent residence.
- Suited for: Historical interest., Existing holders continuing under pre-closure rules..
Primary source
BOE — Ley Orgánica 1/2025
https://www.boe.es/eli/es/lo/2025/01/02/1
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Spain Golden Visa (ending April 2025) take to process?
BOE — Ley Orgánica 1/2025 does not publish a central processing time for this route. Existing Golden Visa holders keep their permits. Investor migration to Spain should consider the Entrepreneur or Highly Qualified Professional routes under the Startup Law.
Is there a priority or premium service that speeds this up?
Refer to the linked primary source for current priority / premium options; availability changes frequently and varies by consular post.
Can you guarantee my application will fall inside this window?
No. Processing times are indicative and depend on case complexity, biometrics scheduling, sponsor-side delays, source country, public-holiday calendars, and policy shifts. The linked source is the only authoritative reference on the day you apply.