What is Form 790-038?
Form 790, code 038 is the official administrative fee required by the Spanish government to process residency authorizations under the Ley 28/2022 (Startup Law). When applying for the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) directly from within Spain through the UGE-CE (Unidad de Grandes Empresas), this fee must be paid to initiate the technical review of your file.
Why is it needed?
Under the framework of the Startup Law, administrative processing involves a cost for the evaluation of professional experience, university degrees, and economic solvency. According to official guidelines from the Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, this payment is a prerequisite; the application will not be processed without proof of payment.
Required Documents and Evidence
- The Form: You must download and complete the official 'Modelo 790-038' from the electronic portal of the Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security, and Migration.
- Proof of Payment: A stamped copy from a Spanish bank or a digital receipt if paid via online banking.
- NIE Requirement: To pay this fee, you must have an NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero), which is the essential identification number for all economic activities in Spain as per the Policía Nacional.
Apostille and Translation
- Apostille: Not applicable. This is a local Spanish document.
- Translation: Not applicable. The form is generated in Spanish.
Common Pitfalls
- Incorrect Fee Code: Ensure you are using code 038 (Startups). Using the generic immigration fee (052) or police fee (012) will result in an immediate rejection or delay.
- Unpaid Status: Simply generating the form is not enough; you must ensure the 'NRC' code or a bank stamp appears on the receipt.
- Payment Timing: The fee should be paid before or at the time of the online submission to the UGE-CE.