Spain Guide: Visas & Permits
Which documents do you need when going abroad? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving abroad.-
Residency and NIE How to become an official resident in Spain
Even if you don't need a visa for staying in Spain, you might want to consider getting a NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero - Foreigner Identification Number) and a Tarjeta de Residencia. These make you a legal resident in Spain and are useful more many transactions, for instance a NIE is required to work by the social security administration. more » -
Citizenship How to become a Spaniard
Once resident in Spain for a certain time period, you have the right to apply for the Spanish nationality. The general requirement is a legal and continuous residency for 10 years. more » -
Glossary The most important identity numbers and papers
There is confusing variety of identity cards and numbers in Spain. The following terms are the most common ones you will encounter. more »