Question
“How much did it cost to renew the Spain non lucrative visa by yourself?”
Answers
These are the answers of Spainguru’s Facebook group members:
“There’s no huge fee like the initial, it’s less than €30 (sorry can’t remember exactly).”
“There were two fees, one to submit application and one to get new TIE. I think they were both around 19 euros each.”
“You also have to pay for private health insurance.” -“I think it’s 1 year at a time but don’t quote me on that.”
“When did you apply for the renewal. For example, if your spain non lucrative visa expires on Dec 1. When would you or could you apply for the renewal?” – “60 days before it expires up until 90 days after. I recommend the sooner, the better.”
Conclusion
Renewing the Spain Non Lucrative Visa (NLV) is considerably less expensive than the initial application. The main costs include minor administrative fees, such as application submission and new TIE card issuance, totaling less than €60.
Additionally, applicants must maintain private health insurance, which varies in cost and must be renewed annually or biennially depending on the insurer’s terms. Applicants are advised to begin the renewal process 60 days before expiration but no later than 90 days after to avoid complications. Ensuring documents, like bank statements, meet translation and submission standards is also crucial.
Overall, the financial burden of renewing an NLV is relatively low compared to initial visa costs, making it an economically viable option for long-term stays in Spain.
