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Yes. People already legally in Spain can apply directly for the entrepreneur residence authorization, while those abroad typically apply for an entrepreneur visa first.
Law 14/2013 offers flexibility on where you apply. If you are outside Spain, you generally apply for the entrepreneur visa through the relevant consular process. If you are already legally in Spain, for example on another valid status, you may be able to apply directly for the residence authorization.
This dual approach makes it possible to launch or develop an innovative project without necessarily leaving the country. Either way, the favorable ENISA report on your project remains the central requirement.
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