SPAIN ANNOUNCES NEW IMMIGRATION REFORM FOR THE FIRST SEMESTER OF 2024: WHAT CHANGES WILL IT BRING FOR FOREIGN RESIDENTS?
The year 2024 begins with high expectations for foreigners residing in Spain, as a new immigration reform is anticipated during the first six months of the year. Previous reforms in immigration regulations have brought improvements in residency procedures, student visas, and work permits. However, there are still areas needing improvement since the last reform in 2022. The new proposal aims to address these gaps and establish a more robust and simplified framework for immigration in Spain.
What are the objectives of the New Immigration Reform in Spain?
The objectives of this reform are:
- Reduction of processing times
- Facilitating procedures and flexibility of requirements
- Transposing two EU directives related to the single permit and long-term residence, to streamline procedures and enhance protection guarantees.
- Improving the rights and conditions of foreigners in Spain.
- Facilitating foreigners’ access to the labour market.
What are the key points of the New Immigration Reform in Spain?
- Streamlining Procedures: The diversity of existing residency permits in Spain has led to long waiting times and confusion. The proposal seeks to simplify and reduce the types of residency authorizations, eliminating unnecessary procedures and making requirements more flexible. This aligns with the European Directive for the creation of a single permit, aiming for greater coherence in the process of obtaining residency permits.
- Protection of Rights: The reform also aims to enhance the rights of long-term foreign residents and their families. While specific details are still unclear, a modification to the directive regulating long-term residency is expected to ensure greater protection and stability for this population.
As the year 2024 progresses, it is expected that the new immigration reform in Spain will bring significant changes that improve the lives of foreign residents. If you want more information on how these changes may impact you as a foreigner in Spain, please contact us.
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