Requirement Overview
For applicants under the digital_nomad_freelancer profile, providing a professional portfolio or website is a recommended way to substantiate your professional activity and history. While often listed as optional, it serves as crucial supporting evidence for your profile alongside mandated documents.
Why It Is Needed
Under Ley 28/2022 (Startup Law), as cited by official sources [#1, #8], freelancers must prove at least three months of existing relationship with their non-Spanish clients. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate either a university degree or 3+ years of professional experience. A portfolio or professional website acts as a verifiable record of this experience and your ongoing business operations.
Evidence and Documents
To satisfy this requirement, you should provide:
- Website Link: A URL to your professional site showing services offered and client testimonials.
- Digital Portfolio: A PDF or link (e.g., Behance, GitHub, LinkedIn) showcasing previous projects, case studies, or published work.
- Activity Proof: Links to professional profiles that correlate with the experience claimed in your CV.
Legalizations and Translations
- Sworn Translation: Since this is a business showcase, full sworn translations of entire websites are rarely required. However, if your portfolio contains specific certifications or project descriptions in a language other than Spanish, a summary translation is highly recommended.
- Apostille: Generally, portfolios and personal websites do not require an apostille, as they are not official government-issued documents.
Common Pitfalls
- Lack of Recency: Ensure the website or portfolio shows activity within the last 3 months to match the legal requirement for a current relationship with clients.
- Inconsistency: Information on your website (such as your role) should strictly match your contracts and CV.
- Broken Links: Always provide a static PDF version of your portfolio in case external links fail during review.