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What if you lose the job you obtained the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa while living in Spain?

Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi

Question

What if you get approved for the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa with a remote job, but then lose the job while living there?

Answers

These are the answers of some Facebook group members:

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“We have no info on this yet.”

“Pure speculation here: I would imagine that if you don’t fulfill the requirements to renew your residency, you’ll be expected to leave before it expires.”

“I saw a webinar from a well-known law firm today, they stated that you should have the same funds you are supposed to earn through work, in the bank as a reserve, for just these eventualities. I very much doubt this is the case, so I emailed the UGE today, to ask for clarification.”

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Bruno Bianchi CEO & Spain Immigration Expert
Bruno Bianchi is the founder and CEO of Spainguru, Spain's largest expat immigration community with 150,000+ members. Since 2014 he has helped thousands of people relocate to Spain through expert guides, webinars and vetted professional services covering visas, residency, taxes and life in Spain.