What is the Golden Visa?

Launched in 2013, this is an incentive for non-EU buyers to get fast-track residency in Spain with a property investment of €500,000 or more. This can be through the purchase of more than one property adding up to this value. Subject to other requirements (healthcare/self-sufficiency) the residence permit will be granted for two years, and then renewal is possible. UK residents can now take advantage of this incentive.