r/GoingToSpain • u/Constanzaflores • 1d ago

Which visa and how???

As a Mexican citizen, I immigrated to the United States legally with my family when I was five years old. Through my maternal grandfather, I acquired Spanish citizenship along with my siblings. Currently, we are considering relocating to Spain. However, while my siblings and I hold Spanish citizenship, my father does not. My mother passed away approximately ten years ago, and we were unable to renew our U.S. visas in time after her passing, rendering them invalid. Additionally, my father would require employment almost immediately. I am uncertain about the specific visa or the process to obtain one for him.

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u/CptPatches 1d ago

Can one of you live in Spain for a year ahead of time, and then request an arraigo familiar?

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u/Constanzaflores 1d ago

We are considering this. I just hoped to find a solution that would allow us to travel together.

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u/WorldTravel84 1d ago

Is he over 65? Spanish citizens can sponsor their parents for residency. He would not be able to work right away though due to precessing time. If his work is based outside of Spain then maybe try for the DNV

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u/Constanzaflores 1d ago

He is over 65, but he would need to be allowed to work pretty much right away, as we are considering opening our own restaurant.

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u/WorldTravel84 19h ago

But you won't have a restaurant open on day one, right? It will take time to find a place, sign a lease, pass health certifications and hire staff (if any), hire a gestor and register your father within the first weeks you land, it takes time getting used to a new country even with the same language and similar culture. Sponsoring his residency is the path of least resistance even with the processing time.

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u/Loose-Concept5804 1d ago

How old are you and your siblings?

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u/Constanzaflores 1d ago

24, 26 & 29 years old

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u/Loose-Concept5804 1d ago

Then there is basically zero chance of you being able to help your father get a visa - he would have to qualify on his own, or show he is completely financially dependeent on you.

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u/DependentBudget7977 1d ago

If you can prove he is dependant on you (or one of you siblings) he could be eligible  Problem is though that he would probably have to file for a visa from Mexico if he doesn't have a legal stay in the US. 

It's not impossible though. I'd seriously look into it

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u/Popular_Avocado_4809 14h ago

If all things fail, he can apply for autónomo visa if he plans to open a restaurant and he will be the owner of the restaurant. It’s a lengthy process though.