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:

• High-performance youth academies (LaLiga, RFEF, regional clubs)

• Strong technical development philosophy

• Weekly federated league matches

• Stable competition environment

• High-quality schooling and comfortable lifestyle

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Visa & Residency Options for Young Football Players

We assist families with the two main pathways:

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1. Student Visa 

Suitable for young athletes studying in:

• International schools

• Local Spanish schools

• 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

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2. Non-Lucrative Visa (Family Route)

Suitable for families relocating together while the child trains in Spain.

Advantages:

• Whole family may obtain residency

• No work required

• Children attend school for free (public system)

• 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

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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.

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Who Is This Service For?

This programme is ideal for:

• Young footballers aged 9–18

• Families planning long-term football development in Spain

• Students who want to pursue professional football pathways

• Parents wanting safe boarding + guardianship support

• Children seeking international schooling + elite training