Can you work in Spain without a permit?
If you want to live and work in Spain as a non-EU/EEA citizen, you will need a residence and work permit (visado de trabajo y residencia). There are various types of work permits for different types of jobs and lengths of employment.
How long can I work in Spain without a visa?
90 days
If you’re travelling for business for up to 90 days in a 180-day period, you may be able to do some work-related things without needing a visa or work permit, such as attending business meetings. These are usually covered by the Schengen visa waiver.
What happens if you don’t have a work permit?
Generally speaking, you are free to place on unpaid leave any employee or new hire who cannot provide proof of their employment authorization. It is of course, possible that some of your new hires or employees, who don’t have work authorization, would be eligible to obtain it.
Can I get a job in Spain after Brexit?
Since the end of the Brexit transition period in January 2021 British citizens must hold a valid Spanish work visa in order to gain employment in the country. These must be obtained before arriving in Spain from a national embassy or consulate.
Can you work without a work authorization?
Being Employed Without Authorization Being employed by a company or an individual without proper authorization could be deemed illegal employment. Both you and your employer will answer to the law if you are caught.
Can I hire someone without a work visa?
Can you hire someone without a work visa? Yes, but you will then need to sponsor the foreign national for a work visa or otherwise help him or her to obtain one before the work start date.
What level of Spanish do you need to work in Spain?
First of all, speaking Spanish fluently is a must have to land a job in Spain in a large firm. Of course, some “expat focused” jobs are available if you want to get a job in Spain and do not speak Spanish, but you will be limited to jobs in bars, shops or language teaching.