Last Updated on April 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question
“I was just quoted $4,000 for help with my visa submission (family of 3). I feel my case is pretty straightforward, and I’ve read so many posts on here with people having issues with their lawyers/consultants. Can those who have done it WITHOUT professional support please answer below?”
Answers
These are the answers of Spainguru’s Spain Digital Nomad Visa group members:
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Start the Moving to Spain Hub →“Wow, that is a LOT.”
“4,000 seems way too high. If it doesn’t include translations, apostilles, and document procurement, it’s not worth it.”
“€4000 sounds excessive. Definitely shop around. Keep in mind that people who do it alone might spend hours gathering info, dealing with rejections, and resubmitting. It’s a matter of whether the time and hassle saved are worth it.”
“The key is finding the right help. This group has reliable people who offer accurate advice and might be more affordable.”
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Explore Cities →“We hired professional help for our family of four. Both my spouse and I work full-time, so it was worth it for us, but it depends on your situation.”
“We met with three consultants; the quotes ranged from €800 to €4000. We chose the middle option, and it was seamless, though keeping up with apostille and translation requirements can be challenging.”
“I agree that’s quite a lot. A family of three should cost less.”
“Consider getting someone who can just submit the application without consulting. It might be cheaper.”
“Are you applying through your consulate? If so, you might be fine doing it on your own.”
“We planned to do it ourselves but had a timeline with kids starting school. A friend submitted our NIE applications, which helped us stay on track.”
Conclusion
According to group members, opinions on whether to hire professional assistance for the Spain digital nomad visa process vary widely.
While some feel $4,000 is excessive, others believe it could be worth it, depending on the complexity of the application, family obligations, and time constraints.
Many suggest shopping around for quotes or finding specific services, like submission-only assistance, to save costs. For those with straightforward cases, handling the application independently or with minimal support could be feasible, though it may involve a considerable time commitment.
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