General information, not legal advice. Your situation may differ. Check the official source or book a licensed professional.
EU registration certificate
For EU, EEA and Swiss citizens who will live in Spain for more than three months, the National Police describes registration in the Central Register of Foreigners. The certificate shows your name, nationality, address, NIE and registration date.
Documents
- Valid passport or national identity card
- Application form EX-18
- Proof of payment of fee form 790, code 012
Do it yourself
- Fill in form EX-18 and pay fee 790, code 012.
- The application is made in person at the foreigners' office of the province, or at the corresponding police station.
- The National Police page says the certificate is issued straight away. Keep it with your passport or identity card.
The National Police page gives three months from the date of entry into Spain to apply. Check the official source for your case.
Official sources
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