Residency - Proof of funds & Time To Apply

As I understand it Brit residency applications are being handled centrally in Alicante with, it's said, next day appointments so meaning no disrespect to Jim's excellent guide I think what you need now is first hand feedback from folk who have been through the process there as to what income they've been required to demonstrate.  

If you arrive after the transition period then income requirements will go up massively (€2400/mth for the 1st applicant and something like half that for a wife/partner I think but don't quote me) so unless you can stomach that then probably best to not wait that long.

Also I'm pretty sure that under current rules you can't apply for residence before 3 months but if that would continue after the transition and how long applications would take is anybodys guess. You'll likely be just another number in a long line of non EU applicants though. 

Thank you for the feedback.. Certainly need to give this some thought and as you suggest, look to get some feedback from folk who have been through the process.

My partner Caroline and I got our residentia on Boxing Day last year, with no current income the equivalent of €7000 each in our Spanish bank account was sufficient funds along with our padron and 12 months health care paid for in advance!

With all the required paperwork we were in and out in 5 mins with our Spanish translator.

Thanks for the information Rob, very helpful. Just need to sell our house and apply for residency before December as we'll definitely have sufficient funds in the bank once the house is sold.

You do need to show 3 months bank statements 😊

Thanks Rob,

So, as long as I have my savings in our Spanish Bank account for 3-4 months prior to application, that should be okay?

Yes, as long has you have the previous 3 months Spanish bank statements that is acceptable. If under the state retirement age 12 months private health care is also required.

Thanks Rob, really appreciate your comments.

Can you recommend any solicitors etc that could help me with my residency application later in the year? I used Sun Lawyers for my house purchase and they offer this service but just wondered if you know of any others. I may put out a separate post on the forum specific to this..

We did not use a solicitor, they are too expensive we used a translator who charged half the price and there are many around.