Yes, I was referring to the golden visa program. I think you only need to visit the country once a year. Lawyer writeups seem to confirm this: https://www.immi

Yes, I was referring to the golden visa program. I think you only need to visit the country once a year. Lawyer writeups seem to confirm this: https://www.immigrationspain.es/residencia-por-compra-vivienda/ https://www.immigrationspain.es/residencia-por-compra-vivien... AFAIK, yes you can convert it to permanent residency and it is quite easy. There are other easier routes, for example if you have Jewish ancestry or if you are a national of many countries in South America.