Spain Non Lucrative Visa: Successful Renewal – Year 2 and 3 – December 2024

Last Updated on May 19, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi

Hello, all! Happy to share with you my successful Spain Non Lucrative Visa Renewal Experience on my own.

Location:
I’m based in Granada and submitted my renewal application to the Oficina de Extranjería in Granada.

Processing Time:
I submitted the renewal online on October 15, 2024, and received a notification of successful resolution on November 28, 2024. The total processing time was 44 calendar days.

Renewal Period:
The renewal extends the NLV for an additional two years.

Documents Submitted:

• Passport & TIE: Color copies of the entire passport (all pages, including covers) and TIE (front and back), each compressed to under 5MB.
• Proof of Financial Means: A bank reference letter listing all accounts and amounts, along with 12 months of non-translated bank statements. Only the reference letter was translated into Spanish.
• Health Insurance: A letter from Adeslas confirming no copays, repatriation coverage, and automatic renewal.
• Tasa 790-052 Payment: Proof of payment.
• Proof of Integration (Optional): Included documents such as empadronamiento, utility bills, class enrollments, and participation in activities.

Questions and Answers

Q1: Did you submit bank statements for a specific account?

A1: My bank provided a single statement summarizing all accounts and balances.

Q2: Is empadronamiento necessary for renewal?

A2: It’s not officially required, but I included it as it’s easy to obtain online in Granada.

Q3: How did you submit the renewal?

A3: Through the online Mercurio system: Mercurio Extranjería. A digital certificate or Clave is needed.

Q4: How can I get a digital certificate or Clave?

A4: Detailed instructions are available here.

Q5: Is proof of integration mandatory for NLV renewal?

A5: No, it’s not required, but I added it to show commitment to living in Spain.

Q6: Do you need private insurance for renewal if you qualify for public healthcare?

A6: It’s optional. I chose to stick with private insurance for simplicity and negotiated a better rate with Adeslas (Contact here a top Adeslas exclusive agent).

Comments

• “Congratulations and thank you for sharing these details—it’s very helpful!”
• “I also completed my renewal in Alicante and didn’t include any integration proof, but the empadronamiento was required during the TIE fingerprint appointment.”
• “I recommend following the exact list on the Mercurio system to avoid extra documentation.”
• “Adeslas’ customer service for expats has been excellent, and they offer competitive rates for renewals.”
• “It’s impressive how thorough you were with your submission! Overcompensating can be better than missing something.”

Conclusion

Renewing the Spain Non Lucrative Visa (NLV) is a straightforward process when you prepare thoroughly. Key takeaways include:

1. Submissions are done online via Mercurio, requiring a digital certificate or Clave.
2. Empadronamiento may not be mandatory for renewal, but including it can avoid issues.
3. Ensure your financial means are well-documented, and health insurance meets renewal requirements.
4. While not required, proof of integration can strengthen your application.

Renewal processing times are reasonable, and staying organized is the key to success.

Bruno Bianchi CEO & Spain Immigration Expert

Bruno Bianchi is the founder and CEO of Spainguru, Spain's largest expat immigration community with 150,000+ members. Since 2014 he has helped thousands of people relocate to Spain through expert guides, webinars and vetted professional services covering visas, residency, taxes and life in Spain.

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