DREAM MOVE: Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) to SpainIntra-Company Transfer (Traslado intraempresarial / ICT) is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals working in a foreign company to relocate to Spain as part of a long-term business assignment for knowledge exchange.
DreamLife Spain has extensive experience in processing this type of residence permit and can assess whether the company is suitable for your case. We support you at every stage of obtaining an ICT residence permit.
WHAT IS DREAM MOVE?
ICT residence permit is an official authorization to reside in Spain for employees transferred by a foreign company to a Spanish office for knowledge exchange and long-term collaboration.
Imagine: you relocate to Spain at the invitation of a Spanish company, receive a 3-year residence permit, your family comes with you, and all of this — with work authorization and a path to citizenship!
Types of Intra-Company Transfer
- ICT EU — for directors, managers, and specialists with specific knowledge. Allows simplified procedures for obtaining work authorization in companies of the same group in other EU countries.
- ICT National — for all other categories of workers.
WHO IS THIS VISA FOR
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Foreign company employees — you've worked for the company for at least 3 months and are being transferred to the Spanish office
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Experienced specialists — you have a university degree or 3+ years of work experience
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Connected companies — there is a cooperation agreement between the foreign and Spanish company or they belong to the same group
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Families — spouse and children receive residence permits with you
KEY BENEFITS
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Residence permit for up to 3 years — the first card is issued for the maximum term
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Fast processing — decision within 20 business days
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Your whole family comes with you — spouse and children receive residence permits with work authorization
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Path to citizenship — ICT time counts toward permanent residence and citizenship
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Modification option — after 1 year you can change the type of residence permit
MAIN REQUIREMENTSFrom the employee:
- Work experience with the sending company for at least 3 months
- University degree (apostilled) OR 3+ years of work experience
- Criminal record certificate (apostilled with sworn translation)
- Comprehensive medical insurance
From the companies:
- Cooperation agreement between the Spanish and foreign company
- Spanish company is active, with no outstanding debts
- Documents confirming the connection between companies
THREE DREAM MOVE PLANS📄 VISA
€3,000 + VAT (21%) = €3,630Main applicant | +€650 + VAT (€787) per family memberWhat's included:- Strategic 60-minute consultation with visa expert
- Personalized relocation plan Dream Map
- Preparation of cooperation agreement between companies
- Preparation of all letter and documentation templates
- Official submission of documents to Spanish immigration authorities (UGE)
- Application status monitoring
- WhatsApp support throughout the process
What's NOT included: translations, government fees, fingerprinting appointment, insurance
Timeline: 3-4 months
Payment link: https://pay.dreamlifespain.com/b/00w4gAa3983a7jucVz5sB2S
🏠 RESIDENT
(Recommended)€3,500 + VAT (21%) = €4,235Main applicant | +€818 + VAT (€990) per family memberEverything from VISA package plus:Document Support:- Double expert document review by lawyer
- All government fees included
- Sworn translations of criminal record certificate and diploma
- Fingerprinting appointment (we book it for you)
- NIE/TIE processing in Spain
- Administrative appeal in case of rejection (free)
Online Bank Account Opening:- Document preparation
- Online account opening assistance
- Online banking setup
Online Housing Search:- Personalized property search (online)
- Rental platform guidance
- Housing recommendations
TIE Instructions:- Step-by-step guide for obtaining residence card
What's NOT included: translations of work documents, medical insurance, housing rental
Timeline: 3-4 months
Payment link: https://pay.dreamlifespain.com/b/6oU00ka39fvCavG9Jn5sB2T
🌟 LIFE
€4,500 + VAT (21%) = €5,445Main applicant | +€983 + VAT (€1,190) per family memberEverything from RESIDENT package plus:In-Person Support:- Personal accompaniment to 3 government appointments (police, immigration, registration)
Tax Consultation:- 60-minute consultation with tax consultant
- Analysis of your financial situation
- Tax optimization recommendations
Medical Insurance:- Consultation on optimal plan selection
- Comparison of insurance offers
- Complete policy arrangement and registration
Government Fees:- All official fees included
Administrative Appeal:- Free appeal service in case of rejection
🎁 BONUS: School Enrollment Assistance- Consultation on school options
- Help with enrollment documentation
- Registration support
What's NOT included: rent payment and deposit, medical policy cost
Timeline: 3-4 months
Payment link: https://pay.dreamlifespain.com/b/bJe7sMa3983abzKdZD5sB2U
REQUIRED DOCUMENTSFrom the employee:
- Scan of all passport pages
- Apostilled university degree OR document confirming 3+ years of work experience
- Resume (CV)
- Employment contract and last 3 pay stubs
- Criminal record certificate with apostille and sworn translation
- Comprehensive medical insurance
From the companies:
- Document confirming connection between companies
- Spanish company documents (proof of real economic activity, tax returns, certificate of no outstanding debts)
- Intra-company transfer letter (carta de desplazamiento)
WORK PROCESS
Step 1: Consultation → We verify compliance with requirements, assess company compatibility
Step 2: Service Payment → Payment of selected package
Step 3: Document Collection (1-3 weeks) → We help collect documents from employee and both companies
Step 4: Lawyer Review (3-5 days) → Document translation, form completion, lawyer review
Step 5: Document Submission → Official submission to Spanish immigration authorities (UGE)
Step 6: Approval (20-60 days) → Status tracking, obtaining positive decision
Step 7: TIE Card Receipt (7-14 days) → Fingerprinting appointment, fingerprint submission, residence card receipt
Total: 3-4 months from consultation to cardTIMELINE AND RENEWALFrom Spanish territory (recommended):
- First residence: 3 years
- Processing: 20 business days
- Renewal: +2 years (total 5 years)
- Modification option: after 1 year
Path to permanent residence and citizenship:
- Permanent residence: after 5 years of residence
- Citizenship: after 10 years of permanent residence
ICT residence time fully counts toward obtaining permanent residence and citizenship.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I apply for ICT while in Spain?Yes! You can apply from Spanish territory with legal stay. You receive the card immediately for 3 years.
How long does processing take?Officially 20 business days (about 1 month).
What if the Spanish company just opened?It's preferable that the Spanish company has been operating for several years, as tax returns will be required.
Can family members work in Spain?Yes! Family members of the main applicant receive residence permits with work authorization.
Is Spanish language knowledge required?No! Language knowledge is NOT required for the visa.
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DreamLife Spain — Your Trusted Partner for Relocation to SpainWe've helped over 3,500 clients from 53 countries start a new life in Spain with a 98.7% success rate