A Permanent Residence Permit (PRP) in Spain, or Residencia de Larga Duración (RD-LD), is a permit that grants the right to live and work in Spain indefinitely under the same conditions as Spanish citizens.
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?
Non-EU foreign nationals who:
Have lived in Spain legally and continuously for 5 years.
✍ General Terms
Traductor Jurado (Sworn Translation) — a translation performed by a translator officially accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some documents on the list must have a "jurado" translation. You can find the full list of accredited translators via this [link]. In addition to the official list, there are many agencies that work with multiple translators at once.
NIE (Foreigner Identity Number) — a unique identification number for foreigners. This number is assigned once for life. You can request it separately at the police station or receive it automatically after applying for a residency permit (VNV).
TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) — the physical ID card for foreigners in Spain. It contains your photo, NIE number, and the type and expiration date of your residency.
Padrón / Empadronamiento (Registration) — a local census registration (residency certificate). Registration in Spain is much simpler than in many other countries; you can register even in a rented apartment.
Cita (Appointment) — any scheduled meeting or booking, even a romantic date ❤️. In the context of visas, it refers to an appointment at a government office or police station. For example: "you need to book a cita for fingerprints."
Tasa (Government Fee) — a state tax or administrative fee that must be paid for various legal procedures and applications.
Matrícula (Enrollment) — an official document confirming enrollment in an educational institution for a specific course, including the exact study dates.
Nota Simple — an extract from the Spanish Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad) containing essential information about a property and its legal status. The document is valid for no more than 3 months.
✍ Health Insurance Terms
Sin copago (No Co-payment) — insurance policies with full coverage where you don't have to pay extra for each doctor's visit.
Sin carencia (No Waiting Period) — insurance policies without "waiting periods" for certain services (for example, you can get an MRI immediately rather than waiting 6 months after the policy starts).
Key legislation
Royal Decree 1155/2024 (Article 148 et seq.). Organic Law 4/2000.
Requirements
The permit is issued for an indefinite period. The residence card (TIE) is renewed every 5 years.
Length of residence: Provide evidence of legal and continuous residence in Spain for 5 years with a valid residence permit.
Continuity: Compliance with the conditions for continuous residence: no absences from Spain for more than 6 consecutive months, and the total duration of absences over a 5-year period must not exceed 10 months (or 1 year, if the absences are work-related).
General requirements: No criminal convictions in Spain or in countries of previous residence; no ban on entry to the Schengen Area.
Required documents
Main list
Application for permanent residence (Form EX-11).
A valid passport.
Copies of all previous TIE reports.
Certificate of no criminal convictions (from Spain only).
Proof of payment of the fee.
Application procedure
Submit an application to the Immigration Office (Oficina de Extranjería) 60 days before or within 90 days after the expiry of your current residence permit.
Gathering documents:
A complete set of documents, including the application form (EX-11), a valid passport and copies of all previous TIE permits.
Payment of fees:
Payment of the government fee for the consideration of the application.
Consideration:
Awaiting a decision from the Immigration Office. The official processing time is up to three months.
Obtaining a TIE:
Once your application has been approved, you will need to book an appointment with the police (Cita de Huellas) to have your fingerprints taken and collect your new residence card (TIE), which is valid for five years.
Obtain permanent residence in Spain or the EU.
Obtain Long-Term Residence status after 5 years of legal residence. This provides you with stability that is not dependent on your current contract or financial circumstances.
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.