Madrid, Spain - Spain has introduced reforms aimed at simplifying employment regulations for foreigners residing in the country. The new regulations, which took effect on August 15, 2024, allow foreigners who have lived in Spain for over two years and undergone training to seek employment and regularize their status. This move is expected to benefit both skilled workers and foreign students who wish to combine their studies with part-time work.
The new rules also facilitate the process for foreign students to obtain long-term residency after completing their studies, provided they adhere to the weekly work limit of 30 hours and enter the labor market only after graduation. This change is seen as a step towards enhancing social integration and fostering a more inclusive environment for foreign residents in Spain.