EPIC Immigration & Residency


Football Talent Visa Support
SPAIN
A complete end-to-end pathway for young football players to train, study and live legally in Spain.
At EPIC / Spanish International Development (SID), we provide full immigration, education and settlement support for young football players (ages 9–18) who wish to pursue professional football pathways in Spain.
We specialise in helping families in Asia navigate both the football system and Spain’s immigration requirements.
Our mission
Make it easy, safe, and legally compliant for your child to live, study and train professionally in Spain.
Why Spain for Youth Football Development?
Spain is recognised as one of the world’s top destinations for youth football, known for producing elite players through:
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High-performance youth academies (LaLiga, RFEF, regional clubs)
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Strong technical development philosophy
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Weekly federated league matches
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Stable competition environment
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High-quality schooling and comfortable lifestyle
Visa & Residency Options for Young Football Players
We assist families with the two main pathways:
1. Student Visa
Suitable for young athletes studying in:
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International schools
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Local Spanish schools
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Football boarding academies
Validity: 1 year, renewable annually
Rights: Can study, live in Spain, join local football clubs/academies
Parents: May apply for accompanying visa, depending on region and school
2. Non-Lucrative Visa (Family Route)
Suitable for families relocating together while the child trains in Spain.
Advantages:
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Whole family may obtain residency
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No work required
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Children attend school for free (public system)
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Stable environment for long-term football development
Validity: 1 year + 2 years + 2 years
Long-term goal: PR after 5 years, citizenship after 10 years
Why Families Trust EPIC & SID?
✔ Specialists in football immigration
We are among the few consultancies in Asia combining football academy placement + legal immigration support.
✔ Experience with families from Hong Kong, China & Singapore
We understand the cultural, academic and football expectations of Asian families.
✔ Direct partnership with Spain football academies
Including systems in Toledo, Sevilla, Madrid, Murcia and more.
✔ Strong track record
Successful cases of placing young players into Spanish leagues from day one.
✔ 360° support
From visas → schooling → football → living → PR planning.
Who Is This Service For?
This programme is ideal for:
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Young footballers aged 9–18
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Families planning long-term football development in Spain
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Students who want to pursue professional football pathways
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Parents wanting safe boarding + guardianship support
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Children seeking international schooling + elite training