An interruption to work arranged by the workers of a company, sector of activity or area, with a view to reinforcing a demand or claim (better wages, reduced working hours, improved pensions, etc.). A strike in which the entire community takes part is called a general strike (vaga general in Catalan).
A visa that enables its holder to enter Spanish territory, register as a jobseeker with the public occupation services and remain in the country for 3 months. Such visas are regulated in the Acord de Contingent / Quota agreement.
A type of visa for foreigners who want reside in Spain for a period of over 3 months. Applications for such visas are made at Spanish embassies and consulates in other countries. In order to receive a Spanish residency permit, you must have previously obtained a residency visa. The visa includes an initial residency permit, which is renewable and is valid for a year.
Authorisation to be applied for by a foreigner who has been offered work or has an employment contract, and who will thus be working for an employer in Spain. The employer must submit a visa application to the corresponding immigration bureau, and the foreign worker has to collect the visa from the Spanish embassy or consulate in their country of origin. Once in Spain, the worker must go to their local immigration bureau to apply for a Targeta d'Identitat d'Estranger (TIE) / Foreigner identity card.
Authorisation that a foreigner who wishes to work for themselves (craftsperson, trader, farmer, etc.) in Spain must apply for from the Spanish embassy or consulate in their country of origin. Once in Spain, the worker must go to their local immigration bureau to apply for a Targeta d'Identitat d'Estranger (TIE) / Foreigner identity card.
A visa granted to retired foreigners who receive a pension or live on income from property or investments, and, in general, to foreigners who do not work.