Applying for temporary visas (rentista) from abroad

[keitherson]

Does anyone have experience working with the consulates/embassies abroad to secure a temporary visa such as rentista or pensionado?

Advantages include having certainty before arriving and not having to deal with time constraints and switching from transitory visas (like tourist).

But disadvantages include unknown consulate processing wait times, documentation requirements, no local lawyer to advocate or assist on your behalf.

Anyone have experiences or information they can share?