Arraigo Sociolaboral in Spain — residence through a work contract
Arraigo Sociolaboral (RD 1155/2024 art. 127.b) regularises people who have lived in Spain 2+ years and hold a formal employment contract meeting Spanish labour standards. Unlike Arraigo Social it doesn't need an integration report, but the contract requirements are stricter. Pathway pre-fills EX-10 and ticks the 127.b box.
Who this route is for
- ✓Lived continuously in Spain for at least two years
- ✓Have a formal employee work contract meeting labour-law minimums (hours, wage)
- ✓Clean criminal record (Spain + country of origin)
Documents you'll need
- •Passport (full copy with stamps)
- •Padrón histórico (2+ years)
- •Signed employment contract meeting SMI / hours requirements
- •Employer documentation (CIF, ability to hire)
- •Criminal-record certificate (apostilled + sworn translation)
- •EX-10 form, Tasa 052
Pathway pre-fills the EX-10 and writes the Spanish cover letter — free.
10 minutes. No signup. No upsell. The same document pack a Spanish consultancy charges €350 for.
Start free diagnostic →Frequently asked questions
How is Arraigo Sociolaboral different from Arraigo Social?+
Arraigo Sociolaboral (127.b) requires a formal employee contract meeting labour-law standards but no integration report. Arraigo Social (127.c) accepts a job offer OR self-employment income but requires the informe de arraigo. Both need 2+ years of residence.
What does the work contract have to meet?+
Generally a contract at or above the Spanish minimum wage (SMI) for the required hours, with an employer able to demonstrate the capacity to hire. Specifics vary by province and contract type.
Can I use self-employment for Arraigo Sociolaboral?+
No — self-employment routes to Arraigo Social (127.c) instead. Arraigo Sociolaboral is specifically for employees with a formal contract.
How long does it take?+
Typically three to six months at the Oficina de Extranjería. You cannot work until granted; the resolution authorises work.