If you currently hold a temporary residence permit on humanitarian grounds linked to international protection in Spain, there is an important legal development you should be aware of.
The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has published an official notice confirming that this immigration pathway will no longer be available in the coming months, which may directly affect your immigration status and your options to remain legally in Spain.
⏺️ End of humanitarian residence permits linked to asylum in Spain
Until now, certain individuals whose international protection (asylum) applications had been declared inadmissible or denied could, in some cases, obtain a temporary residence permit on humanitarian grounds. However, this is changing with the entry into force of the European Pact on Migration and Asylum, which will apply across the European Union from 12 June 2026.
According to the official notice published by the Ministry of the Interior, from that date onwards, these humanitarian residence permits linked to international protection will no longer be granted or renewed.
Importantly, this change will apply even if your asylum application was submitted before 12 June 2026.
Below, you can access the official notice published by the Ministry of the Interior regarding the end of temporary residence permits on humanitarian grounds linked to international protection (in Spanish):
⏺️ What does this mean if you already hold this residence permit?
If you are currently the holder of this type of permit, the legal landscape is changing significantly.
The good news is that not all options are closed.
Following the recent amendment to Spain’s Immigration Regulation, some individuals currently holding this authorization may be able to switch to another type of residence permit or residence and work authorization in Spain, provided they meet the applicable legal requirements.
This may open alternatives such as:
- switching to a residence and work permit;
- other options under Spain’s general immigration framework;
- regularization strategies tailored to your personal or professional circumstances.
That said, every case must be assessed individually, as not all humanitarian permits fall within this possibility of modification.
⏺️ How ARC Legal can help
At ARC Legal Abogados, we are a law firm specialized in Spanish immigration law and Spanish nationality matters.
If this legal change affects your situation—or if you simply want to review your residency options in Spain—our team can help you assess your case and design the most appropriate legal strategy based on your personal, family, or professional circumstances.
We can advise you on matters including:
- residence and work permits;
- changes or modifications of immigration status;
- family reunification;
- residence permits based on exceptional circumstances;
- visas and consular procedures;
- international protection and alternative immigration pathways;
- Spanish nationality applications and procedures before the Ministry of Justice.
Every immigration case is different. That is why, at ARC Legal, we take a practical and personalized approach focused on finding clear legal solutions for each client.
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The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, immigration regulations are subject to change and interpretation by the competent authorities. For personalized and up-to-date advice, we recommend consulting with a specialized immigration lawyer.