Nomad Rank
Total Score
Country
Spain
Capital City
Madrid
Language
Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician
Currency
Euro
Region
Europe
Landlocked
No
Spain Passport
Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking
The Spain Passport is currently ranked Number 31T in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 103.5. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Spain’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.
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Travel Destinations from Spain 50% in total score
For the Spain Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Spain a Travel Score of 175 which means that Spain passport holders can enter a total of 175 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.
Taxation in Spain 20% in total score
For the Spain Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Spain a Taxation Score of 20, meaning that Spain allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.
Perception 10% in total score
For the Spain Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Spain a Perception Score of 40, meaning that Spain citizens experience intermediate hostility.
Dual Citizenship 10% in total score
For the Spain Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Spain a Dual Citizenship Score of 30, meaning that Spain citizens are often allowed to hold other citizenships but with certain restrictions.
Freedom 10% in total score
For the Spain Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Spain a Freedom Score of 50, meaning that Spain citizens have total freedom.
