Error in the power of attorney – non-profit visa
By: Antonio Villena
🔍 When it comes to applying for a national residency visa in Spain, many people think that they can carry out the process on their own, but the reality is that immigration procedures are full of legal complexities that not everyone can master. It is not uncommon for us to receive clients whose national residence visa has been denied due to mistakes made in the self-management of the process, mistakes that could have been avoided with the right advice.
⏩ A clear example is the case of a businessman who applied for a national non-profit residency visa. He came to us after receiving an unfavourable decision, but when we reviewed his file we found that he had not properly delegated the functions of his company. This is a fundamental requirement for an entrepreneur to qualify for this type of national residency visa. The client thought that he had complied with this requirement, as he had made a power of attorney. However, in the power of attorney he presented, the person to whom he was delegating his functions was not present at the time of signing, which rendered the document invalid.
This small detail went unnoticed by him, but it was enough for his application to be rejected.
⏩ The point here is that such a mistake, however minor it may seem, can be decisive. Without proper knowledge of the procedures and requirements, it is easy to make mistakes that can result in the refusal of a national residency visa. Besides, by not understanding the exact reason for the refusal, it is often not possible to appeal the decision effectively.
That is why it is crucial to have a team of professionals to advise you and avoid these mistakes. If you need help with your file, do not hesitate to contact us on our website or on social networks. 😃