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Non-lucrative visa allows non-EU foreigners to live in Spain without working.
Actual NLV processing times often exceed the official one-month guideline, averaging 6-8 weeks or more.
KEY POINTS
- Processing times vary significantly by consulate, with some US and UK offices taking up to 22 weeks.
- Delays can also result from long waits for consulate appointments, not just application processing.
- Incomplete documentation or applying during peak periods can further extend NLV application timelines.
- Consulates process student visas in summer, so applying for NLV after September may be faster.
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