Question
“Is it possible to get a regreso while switching from a student visa to cuenta ajena?
I’m in the process of changing from a student visa to cuenta ajena. I’m currently “en trámite.” I’m wondering if anyone has experience getting a regreso while changing from one visa to another. I’ve searched the group but I haven’t found a clear answer for this.”
Answers
These are the answers of Spainguru’s Facebook group members:
“Anyone know, on the EX-13 form, what to fill out for this situation of waiting for the switch from student visa to cuenta ajena?”
“I am in Galicia and modifying. I got mine ok. Just had to pick it up a week after the first cita.”
“Officially no when you’re modifying but I got one anyway (when I applied for Cuenta propia). Just depends on who you get.”
“Good to know! Where did you go for your appointment?” -“I went to Parla! Further out but they’re much more chill jaja.”
“I mean, officially no. But I applied for a prórroga, got a regreso, applied for a modification, then canceled my prórroga when I came back to Spain.”
“Yes you can.”
“You can. At least, I was able to do it twice (Fuenlabrada and Leganés).”
“Technically no. But it can’t hurt to try.”
Conclusion
According to Spainguru’s Facebook group members, obtaining a regreso while switching from a student visa to a cuenta ajena is officially not guaranteed—but often possible.
Several members reported success depending on the location and the specific office or official they dealt with.
Cities like Parla, Fuenlabrada, and Leganés were mentioned as more flexible. Some applicants obtained a regreso by applying for a prórroga first and then canceling it upon return.
While the answer isn’t black and white, trying to apply for a regreso—even while in trámite—may be worth the effort.
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