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Move to Spain

NIE, TIE, padrón, EU registration, visas, and residency.

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Vacation in Spain

Short visits, entry rules, transport, places to stay, and practical trip planning in Spain.

Live in Spain

Healthcare, banking, taxes, digital access, and the key admin steps for everyday life in Spain.

Not legal advice. Always verify with official sources before filing.

1. Status 2. Goal 3. Result
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EU Registration Certificate

What this is for
Often a few weeks, depending on appointment availability
Next 3 steps
  1. Prepare your NIE and padrón certificate before the EU registration appointment.
  2. Prepare proof of funds, work contract, self-employment proof, or study documents.
  3. If you want to live in Spain without working, arrange valid health cover as part of the basis for registration.
Forms and documents
EU/EEA/Swiss citizen registration certificate EX-18 Foreigner identity number used for Spanish administration NIE Required detail Town hall registration certificate or volante Padrón Address evidence
Identity document used at the appointment Passport or EU national ID
Certificate of EU resident registration 790-012 12.00 EUR
Official source links
Policía Nacional EU registration certificate Official Spain government website Policía Nacional Book an appointment Official government appointment portal Sanitas Major private health insurer in Spain with broad medical-network visibility. Adeslas Large health-insurance provider often considered by applicants comparing permit-friendly cover. ASISA Long-established Spanish health insurer with strong national reach. DKV Well-known health insurer with a strong private-health focus and digital services. MAPFRE Salud Large Spanish insurer with health policies alongside broader insurance products.

Requirements can vary by personal situation and may change. Always verify with official sources.

Documents that often slow people down

Identity and civil records

  • Valid passport or EU national ID.
  • Birth, marriage, or partnership records where relevant.
  • Legalization or Hague apostille for many foreign public documents.
  • Sworn Spanish translations when documents are not accepted as-is.

Spain-side basics

  • Address in Spain and, when requested, padrón certificate.
  • Immigration appointment confirmation.
  • Correct EX form for your procedure.
  • Paid tasa receipt, often Modelo 790 with the matching code.

Money, health, purpose

  • Proof of economic means for routes that require it.
  • Health insurance or public coverage proof where required.
  • School admission, remote-work evidence, family link, or permit approval.
  • Criminal record certificate for some visas and residence routes.

Not every document applies to every route. The guide should help you narrow this down.

Official sources

This app is a planning guide, not legal advice. Spanish immigration and administration rules, document lists, fees, and appointment labels can change. Always verify your procedure with official sources before filing.

Last reviewed: July 2026