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Residence permit for a family member of a Spanish citizen (Régimen Comunitario)

This is the main and most direct way for family members of a Spanish citizen to legally reside in the country. The procedure is carried out under a special, simplified regime for EU citizens (Régimen Comunitario), as Spain applies these rules to its own citizens. The result is the issuance of a residence card (Tarjeta de residencia de familiar de ciudadano de la Unión), which is valid for 5 years and allows the holder to live and work legally without restrictions, study and enjoy all the rights of a resident.
Check your eligibility
  • 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 residence permit is intended for citizens of non-EU countries who are family members of a Spanish citizen. Main categories:
Spouse or registered partner (pareja de hecho).
Children of a Spanish citizen or his/her spouse/partner, under the age of 21.
Children of a Spanish citizen or his/her spouse/partner, over 21 years of age, who are dependent on him/her.
Parents of a Spanish citizen or his/her spouse/partner who are dependent on him/her.
Primary legislation
  • The basis for this is Royal Decree 240/2007. This law regulates the rights of entry, free movement and residence in Spain for citizens of EU member states and, crucially, their family members, who are treated as equivalent to family members of Spanish citizens.
Requirements
Unlike Arraigo Familiar, here the key requirements are imposed on the Spanish citizen themselves. They must prove that they have the right to reside in Spain (which is obvious for a Spaniard) and that they can support their family. To do this, they must meet one of the following criteria:
To be an employee (worker employed by someone else).
Be self-employed/a sole trader (trabajador por cuenta propia/autónomo).
Have sufficient financial resources for yourself and your family members so as not to be a burden on the social security system, AND have comprehensive medical insurance (state or private) covering all risks.
Be a student, have medical insurance, and prove you have sufficient funds to support yourself.
Required documents
(main list)
Completed official form (Modelo EX-19).
Valid foreign passport of the applicant's family member.
Valid Spanish identity card (DNI).
Documents confirming family ties (marriage/birth certificate, partnership registration certificate) with an apostille and sworn translation.
Documents confirming compliance with the requirements by Spanish citizens:
For employees: employment contract, residence permit.
For self-employed persons: documents confirming registration as an autónomo.
For financially independent persons: bank account statement, private health insurance policy for the applicant.
Receipt for payment of state duty (Tasa 790, código 012).

Registration procedure

  • Submission of application

    The application must be submitted to the Foreigners' Office (Oficina de Extranjería) at the place of residence within 3 months of the family member's arrival in Spain.

  • Consideration of the case

    The department has three months to make a decision.

  • Obtaining a decision

    After approval (resolución favorable), you must obtain a physical resident card (TIE).

  • Card registration (TIE)

    Within one month of receiving the decision, you must register with the police to have your fingerprints taken (toma de huellas).

  • Obtaining a card

    In approximately 30-45 days, your 5-year resident card will be ready.
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 €2015
    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.