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Renewal of residence permits for highly qualified specialists and their family members

The renewal of a residence permit for highly qualified professionals (Autorización de Residencia de Profesionales Altamente Cualificados – TRAC) is governed by the Entrepreneurs Act (Law 14/2013) and is more flexible and faster than the standard procedure.
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 extension is intended for non-EU nationals who:
Hold a valid residence permit for highly qualified professionals (or an ‘EU Blue Card’ – Tarjeta Azul-UE).
They continue to work in a managerial or highly skilled role whilst retaining the minimum wage.
They wish to extend this status to themselves and their family members.
Key legislation
  • Law 14/2013 (Ley 14/2013) on support for entrepreneurs and their internationalisation, Articles 71–78.
    Implementing Regulation (Royal Decree 695/2015). The authorisation is extended for two years.
Requirements
A key requirement is that the grounds on which the original authorisation was granted must remain valid.
Work experience:
  • You must continue your employment or professional relationship with the company that initiated the original authorisation, or commence a new role with similar terms and conditions.
  • Maintenance of a salary that meets the criteria for a highly qualified specialist, as set annually.
No criminal record in Spain.
Family members (spouses, children, parents) renew their residence permits at the same time as the main applicant.
Tax and social security arrears: Neither the main applicant nor the company has any outstanding debts.
Required documents
Main list
Renewal application form (Model MI-T, standard).
A valid passport.
A copy of the current TIE.
An employment contract (or company certificate) stating the position held and the salary.
Certificates confirming that the company has no outstanding debts.
Documents proving family relationship (for family members).
Proof of payment of the fee (Form 790): Code 052, sections 2.2.1–2.2.7

Application procedure

The procedure is handled by the Unit for Large Enterprises and Strategic Groups (Unidad de Grandes Empresas y Colectivos Estratégicos – UGE-CE). The application must be submitted within 60 calendar days before the expiry of the current residence permit or 90 days after its expiry (submission after expiry carries a risk, but is accepted by the UGE-CE).

  • Serving:

    Applications must be submitted exclusively online via the UGE-CE electronic register.

  • Consideration:

    The processing time under Law 14/2013 is 20 working days. Failure to receive a response implies approval (silencio administrativo positivo).

  • Obtaining a TIE:

    Once approved, you must apply for a new TIE card at the police station.
Don’t let your residence permit expire!
We will help you put together a comprehensive set of documents, confirm that you have fulfilled all your obligations (whether work-related or academic), and submit your application on time to avoid fines and ensure that you can continue to live in Spain legally.
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 €2730
    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