Introduction
The permit for highly qualified professionals is, without a doubt, an excellent option for all companies located in Spain looking to attract top international talent. This special permit is specifically designed to make the authorization process for high-level profiles easier and faster.
Meaning of “Highly Qualified Professional”
But what does it really mean to be a “highly qualified professional”? Basically, we’re talking about people with a higher education or, alternatively, at least three years of professional experience in a highly qualified position . In other words, they are highly qualified individuals in their respective fields, those who could add significant value to Spanish companies.
Migratiolex, Specialists in Processing Residence and Work Permits for Highly Qualified Professionals
At MigratioLex, we specialize in these types of authorizations. We have successfully assisted a multitude of companies and professionals, even in complicated cases where the conventional documentation required by the authorities to demonstrate professional experience, such as employment contracts, payrolls, or employment history reports, was lacking. If you are interested in learning more about how we resolved one of these challenging cases, we invite you to read this article: Success Story: Residence Permit for Highly Qualified Professionals (PAC) without Contracts, Payrolls, or Employment History
Benefits of the Residence and Work Permit for Highly Qualified Professionals
Now, what makes this permit so attractive to companies? Below, we’ll explore its main advantages, both for workers and for the hiring companies themselves, which make it a valuable option for attracting international talent.
a) Electronic Processing
The application is processed efficiently through the Large Companies and Strategic Groups Unit (UGE-CE), thus simplifying the administrative process.
b) Rapid Resolution
In our experience, the response is usually received very quickly, within about a week, allowing for rapid onboarding of new talent.
c) Positive Administrative Silence
If no response is received from the competent authorities within a within 20 business days from the request, the application is considered to have been approved by positive administrative silence, which provides greater security and confidence to companies in the process.
d) Geographical Mobility
The worker may perform his work in any part of Spain, which facilitates teleworking and provides work flexibility.
e) Processing from Spain
It is possible to process the application directly from within Spain, avoiding the need to process the corresponding visa at the consulate.
f) Tax Benefits
Los trabajadores altamente cualificados que se trasladan a España pueden, en muchos casos, acogerse a la Ley Beckham. Esta normativa ofrece un significativo beneficio fiscal, allowing them to pay a flat rate of 24% on Personal Income Tax (IRPF), instead of being subject to the standard progressive scale that can reach up to 47%.This tax advantage represents an additional attraction for foreign professionals considering working in Spain, as it gives them the opportunity to optimize their tax burden.
Conclusion
In short, this permit offers a streamlined and efficient process, with multiple benefits for both highly qualified professionals and the companies that hire them.
At MigratioLex, we have the experience necessary to facilitate obtaining a residence and work permit for highly qualified professionals (PAC) and help Spanish companies attract the best talent from abroad. If your company is interested in strengthening its team with high-level professionals, do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you attract the best professionals and make the process simple and effective.
