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Important information for your application

💡  Please take a moment to carefully read the following legal requirements, information on different employment models, and tips for working as a nanny in Mallorca. This will help you ensure that you meet all the necessary requirements before submitting your online application
 

Further down on this page, you will also find a checklist to help you double-check all the important points.

Legal Requirements for Working as a Nanny in Mallorca​​​

In Spain, there is no option to earn income tax-free, not even through minor employment. All income must be properly taxed and subject to

social security contributions.​​

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⚠️ We explicitly distance ourselves from the placement of undeclared work!

Depending on the desired employment model and residency status, different legal requirements apply:

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1. Employed Nanny with Employment Contract

If you want to work as a nanny with a fixed employment contract for a family, you will be subject to social security in Spain. This means:

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  • Your employer (the family) will register you with the Spanish social security system and pay the necessary contributions..​

  • You will need a NIE*  because no legal employment contract can be signed without it.

 

ℹ️*The N.I.E. (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) serves to identify foreigners and is required for numerous administrative procedures, official acts, and registration processes (e.g., social security, tax office). It is also mandatory for entering into employment contracts. The N.I.E. can be applied for in your home country at a Spanish consulate or embassy.

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On Mallorca, the Oficina de Extranjería in Palma is responsible. You must schedule an appointment online in advance or hire a service provider (Gestoría) to assist you.

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2. Self-Employed Nanny – Resident on Mallorca

If you live permanently in Mallorca and want to work as a self-employed nanny, you must officially register as autónomo in Spain. Working as a self-employed nanny allows you to organize your working hours flexibly and choose which assignments you take on. However, to work legally as a professional nanny, you need to complete the following registrations:

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  • Registration with the Spanish Tax Authority (Agencia Tributaria).

  • Registration with Social Security (Seguridad Social, RETA).

  • A NIE is required to register as an autónomo.

  • You will also need to provide proof of your residency in Spain to confirm that you are legally residing here.

 

💡 Hint: Entrepreneurs in Spain benefit from reduced social security contributions ("Tarifa Plana"). A Gestoría can help you with all the necessary registrations.

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3. Self-Employed Nanny – Without Permanent Residency on Mallorca

If you are already registered as a self-employed person in your home country and spend less than 183 days per year in Mallorca, you can continue to declare your activity in your home country under certain conditions – provided your home country is part of the EU or has a social security agreement with Spain.

 

In this case:

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  • You will need an A1 certificate, which confirms that you are insured in your home country.

  • You must be registered as self-employed in your home country.​

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​💡 Hint: A N.I.E. is generally not required for non-residents. However, it can be advantageous as it simplifies various bureaucratic processes in Spain, such as banking, rental contracts, or invoicing clients with tax residency in Spain.

🔒 Important Note on Legal Requirements for Working with Children

Regardless of the type of employment, Spanish child protection law (Ley Orgánica 1/1996) requires all individuals working professionally with minors to provide a current criminal record certificate with an extended extract.

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This means:
You must be able to prove that you have no relevant criminal convictions — especially no entries in the sexual offences register (Certificado de Delitos de Naturaleza Sexual).

📌 For applicants residing in Spain:
The Certificado de Antecedentes Penales can be requested online via the official website of the Spanish Ministry of Justice and downloaded directly as a PDF.

📌 For applicants from Germany:
The certificate must be requested through the Federal Office of Justice in Germany. Important: If you work in Mallorca for less than six months, an A1 certificate along with the extended criminal record from your home country may be sufficient.

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Please note: For legal reasons, we are not permitted to request or store this document. We merely inform you of the legal requirement and strongly recommend that you obtain the relevant certificate in advance. Many families also consider these documents an important part of their safety assessment.

Additional Information

  • 🚗 Driver’s License & Mobility → Many locations are hard to reach without a car.

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  • 🛏️ Accommodation → As our clients usually do not offer accommodation, you should already have your accommodation arranged.

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Checklist: Required Documents for Your Placement

📩 Submission of Application Documents:
If you already have all the required documents, you can send them directly to contact@rentananny-mallorca.com.

If anything is missing, you can submit the remaining documents later.

To successfully place you, we need the following documents:

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  • NIE*​

  • Fully completed application form

  • Resume (CV)

  • Qualification certificates (e.g., educational background, certifications)

  • References from childcare (if available)

  • First-aid course certificate (if available)

  • Current criminal record certificate (can be requested online – depending on your country of residence) or request it from the Spanish Ministry of Justice -if you reside in Spain)

  • A friendly profile picture (optional but beneficial)
     

​​*(except for seasonal workers who are registered as self-employed nannies in their home country and can present an A1 certificate or comparable document)

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✅ Additional documents for self-employed nannies:

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  1. Residents on Mallorca:

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  • NIE

  • Proof of registration as an autónomo (Modelo 036 or 037)

 

    2. Non-Residents:

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  • Copy of ID

  • Proof of self-employment in your home country (e.g., business registration, VAT ID)

  • A1 Certificate: This confirms that you are insured in your home country. The application depends on your insurance situation.

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Note: Self-employed nannies are recommended to have liability insurance that covers their professional activities.

Ready to apply online?

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We look forward to learning more about you!😊
 

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