Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question
Can the non-EU spouse of an EU national apply for the Digital Nomad Visa (Teleworker visa)?
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These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
”They aren’t supposed to because they have another means of residency through the EU family member card”
”They can but residency as a family member of EU citizen would be easier if both are moving”
”As far as I know, there is no advantage in applying via the DNV route – spouse of EU citizen is a much easier route”
In conclusion, according to Spainguru Facebook group members, the spouse of an EU citizen can obtain residency through the EU family member card, which is considered an easier route. It seems that applying for residency as a family member of an EU citizen is generally recommended over applying for the Digital Nomad Visa in this particular scenario. However, it is always advisable to consult with relevant immigration authorities or immigration experts to get accurate and up-to-date information based on individual circumstances.
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