ACOL 2022–2023 programme poster

ACOL · Work and training

Employment integration programme for migrants in an irregular administrative situation.

Employment integration

Work and Training Programme – ACOL strand

Full-time 12-month contracts for migrants in an irregular administrative situation who meet social-ties requirements.

About the programme

Programme for migrants in an irregular administrative situation who meet the requirements for temporary residence through exceptional circumstances of social ties and can sign an employment contract; 12-month full-time contracts.

Requirements participants must meet:

  • Not being citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area or Switzerland, nor family members of citizens of these countries to whom the EU citizen regime applies.
  • Prove continuous residence in Spain for at least the two years before the application date.
  • Having no criminal record in Spain or previous countries of residence for offences under Spanish law.
  • Hold a job offer of at least 12 months, full-time, or two or more contracts adding up to full time.
  • Meet any other programme-specific requirements.

Objectives

  • Promote the employment of migrants in situations of administrative vulnerability
  • Help obtain residence permits through social ties (arraigo social)
  • Support through the administrative and employment regularisation process
  • Promote personal autonomy and social integration

Services offered

  • Legal and administrative advice
  • Support with active job seeking
  • Pre-employment and occupational training
  • Psychosocial and educational support
  • Liaison with companies and organisations