Best for budget
Thailand
Lower monthly income thresholds make this option easier to qualify for financially.
Side-by-side visa comparison
Spain vs Thailand — Digital Nomad Visa Comparison
Spain requires $3,105/month with 12 months stay, while Thailand requires $0/month with 60 months stay. Thailand wins on budget.
Budget
Thailand
Long-term
Thailand
Fastest
Thailand
Feature
Spain
Thailand
Minimum Income
$3,105/month
$0/month
Duration
12 months
60 months
Processing Time
4 weeks
2 weeks
Application Fee
$106
$300
Tax Status
24% flat tax available via Beckham Law (OPTIONAL, must apply within 6 months). Applies to Spanish-source income up to €600,000. Self-employed autónomos may not qualify. Not automatic.
Foreign-sourced income is generally not subject to Thai tax if it is not remitted under the applicable rules.
Dependents
Yes
Yes
Path to Residency
Yes
No
Path to Citizenship
Yes
No
Best for long-term
Thailand
Longer approved stay periods reduce renewal pressure and support slower relocation plans.
Fastest processing
Thailand
Shorter processing windows can make this the better pick for near-term travel timelines.
Next step
Check Spain eligibility for your nationality
Next step
Check Thailand eligibility for your nationality