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Permanent residence for a family member of an EU citizen

The permanent residence card for a family member of an EU citizen confirms the right of that family member (who is not an EU citizen) to reside and work in Spain indefinitely after five years of living together.
Assess the chances
  • Personal manager
    Your personal manager will accompany you every step of the way, monitoring all stages and resolving any issues that arise.
  • Preparation of documents
    We take care of the entire document preparation process, including checking them to eliminate errors and delays.
  • Case audit
    If your situation is complex, we will conduct a detailed audit and offer customised solutions to increase your chances of success.
Personal manager
Your personal manager will accompany you every step of the way, monitoring all stages and resolving any issues that arise.
Preparation of documents
We take care of the entire document preparation process, including checking them to eliminate errors and delays.
Case audit
If your situation is complex, we will conduct a detailed audit and offer customised solutions to increase your chances of success.
Who is it suitable for?
This status is intended for the closest relatives of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen who do not hold EU citizenship and:
Have lived in Spain legally and continuously for 5 years on the basis of their previous residence card.
They maintain a family relationship with an EU citizen (or meet the conditions for retaining their right of residence).
  • Important note regarding Spanish nationals: Relatives of Spanish nationals may only use this scheme (EX-19) if the Spanish national has previously lived or worked in another EU country (so-called ‘reverse mobility’). Otherwise, the General Scheme (Modelo EX-24) applies.
Key legislation
  • Royal Decree 240/2007 (Real Decreto 240/2007) of 16 February (Articles 10–11) — regulates the rights of family members to permanent residence.
Requirements
A key requirement is proof of continuous and lawful residence.
Continuous residence: The total period of legal residence in Spain must be at least five years.
Permissible absences: Breaks in residence not exceeding two consecutive years do not affect the right to obtain permanent residence.
Retention of grounds: Maintaining family ties with an EU citizen or fulfilling the conditions for retaining status (for example, following the divorce or death of an EU citizen).
Validity: Issued for 10 years (and must be renewed upon expiry).
Ways to obtain permanent residence
A permanent residence card may be issued early in the following cases:
  • Pension: An EU citizen has reached retirement age and has worked in Spain for at least three years.
    Incapacity for work: An EU citizen has become permanently unable to work after two years of residence or employment.
    Death: Death of an EU citizen whilst working in Spain (provided that the family member has lived in the country for at least two years).
Required documents
Main list
Application form (Form EX-19).
A valid passport or national identity card.
A copy of your current Resident Card (TIE).
Documents confirming the existence of a family relationship or connection.
Evidence that the EU citizen has retained their right of residence.
Proof of payment of the fee (Form 790): Code 052, section 2.7
Application procedure
The procedure is carried out at the Immigration Office (Oficina de Extranjería).
Application deadline: The application must be submitted within 3 months of having completed 5 years of legal and continuous residence.
Obtaining a TIE: Once approved, you must provide fingerprints to receive a new physical TIE card with ‘Permanente’ status, valid for 10 years. The card automatically entitles you to work.
Are you or a member of your family an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen?
Your right to permanent residence in Spain is governed by Community law. If you or a family member have lived in Spain for five years, you can obtain permanent residence status, which offers maximum freedom. We will help you prove your continuous residence and avoid any mistakes, ensuring that you receive your Certificate or Permanent Resident Card.
What does the service include?
Suitable for most applicants. We provide full support throughout the entire process and see your application through to the granting of a residence permit.
  • Case assessment: Checking documents for compliance with Spanish immigration regulations.
  • Preparing the application: Compiling a complete set of documents for the consulate or immigration authorities.
  • Health insurance: Finding a competitive policy and taking out insurance with a Spanish company.
  • Medical certificate: Arranging for the issue of a standard-format medical certificate.
  • Certified translation: Official translation (2 pages included in the price).
  • Technical translation: Preparation of translations (3 pages included in the price).
  • Application process: Booking an appointment at the Consulate and obtaining access codes.
  • Completing forms: Preparing all forms, applications and receipts for the payment of fees.
  • Submission by a solicitor: Electronic submission of documents via the solicitor’s official portal.
  • Cost
    since €1550
    On behalf of the main applicant.
    No hidden fees.
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  • Payment procedure
    First, we sign a contract.
    50%
    before the provision of services begins;
    50%
    on the day the documents are submitted
Not included and charged separately:
  • State fees and charges: Payable in the country where the application is submitted (medical certificates, certificates of good conduct).
  • Personal expenses: Private health insurance, tuition fees or the cost of drawing up a business plan (depending on the type of residence permit).
  • Important: All government fees within Spain are already included in the service fee.