Will spending 88 continuous days in Spain affect my Spain Non lucrative visa application for the apartment closing?

Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi

Question

I need to return to Spain for the closing on the apartment we are purchasing. We have already spent 88 continuous days in there. Will this cause a problem when applying for my Spain non lucrative visa?

Answers

These are the answers of some Facebook group members:

“Give the lawyer acting on your behalf power of attorney”

“Potentially. But don’t forget it’s a rolling 180 days. I suggest you take the LAST day of your PROPOSED signing trip, count BACK 180 days. If in that time you won’t have spent 90 days in the Schengen Area then you know you are good to go”

“Yes it will show on your passport”

Conclusion

Spending 88 continuous days in Spain for your apartment closing could affect your Spain non lucrative visa application application due to Schengen’s rolling 180-day limit.

To ensure compliance, calculate the days leading up to your signing trip, aiming not to exceed 90 days within that timeframe. Consider granting power of attorney to your lawyer as an alternative to mitigate the need for extended physical presence. Proactive planning will help navigate potential issues and ensure a smoother closing process

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