Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question
Is the non lucrative Spain visa location-specific in Spain, and can I change my intended destination from Madrid to Barcelona after obtaining the NLV?
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These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
”No, it is not, what sets the location is the Padron. You are free to move anywhere in Spain, you may need to relocate the insurance”
”In the application, you specify the city you’re moving to, some consulates even require a lease contract. Also, the cost of health insurance coverage varies from place to place and when for the application you need to present a policy for 1 year, which is tied to a specific place. I wonder if any of this really matters or ties you to a certain place or not”
”The non lucrative Spain visa is to get you into anywhere in Spain to eventually become a resident. so you don’t need to worry about where your going to live at the end”
In conclusion, according to Spainguru Facebook group members, the non lucrative Spain visa is not location-specific in Spain, and you are free to move anywhere within the country. However, it is important to consider the requirements and potential variations in health coverage costs when changing your intended destination after obtaining the NLV. Ultimately, the NLV is intended to grant you entry into Spain and does not necessarily tie you to a specific place of residence.
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