SERVICES
Spanish Citizenship by Residency
Your journey in Spain culminates here, with the final step to make this country your official home. We specialize in transforming your years of legal residency into Spanish citizenship, guaranteeing a streamlined and successful process from start to finish.
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All prices are final and include VAT. We have interpreters from French, Portuguese, Arabic (Moroccan variant), Russian and Ukrainian. Other languages may be available on request
€80
30’
video call
Immigration Consultation
Unsure of the requirements to immigrate to Spain? We provide a clear path forward and manage the entire process for you.
- We speak your language (Spanish, English, Chinese, Turkish, Russian, Arabic, and more).
- Review your immigration situation with a specialised lawyer and understand your options to live, work, study or regularise your status in Spain.
€185
45’
video call
Tax Consultation
Perfect for individuals and companies in Spain who require expert guidance on complex tax matters.
- Spanish & English.
- Consult with a tax specialist to resolve questions about tax residency, taxes, international taxation and economic activity in Spain.
€250
60’
video call
Immigration and Tax Planning
A comprehensive session to make informed decisions before moving to Spain. We analyse your legal residence, the potential tax impact of your relocation and the obligations you should anticipate.
- Spanish & English.
- Consultation with an immigration lawyer, member of the Barcelona Bar Association, and a tax specialist.
About the service
What is the Spanish Citizenship by Residency?
Imagine the peace of mind that comes with finally holding your Spanish Passport, knowing your future and your rights are permanently secure in Europe. Obtaining Spanish citizenship by residency is the path to achieving that dream, recognizing your journey and integration into Spanish society.
It is your right after years of contributing and calling this country home.
The key to a successful application is understanding the timelines. While the general rule requires ten years of legal and continuous residence, your personal situation could unlock a much faster route.
For citizens of Ibero-American countries, Andorra, the Philippines, or Equatorial Guinea, the requirement is reduced to just two years. This period shortens to a single year if you are married to a Spanish national, were born in Spain, or meet other specific conditions.
Knowing which path applies to you is the first strategic step.
Beyond time, your application must prove two critical elements: “good civic conduct” and “sufficient integration.” This is where many applications falter.
We guide you through demonstrating this with a clean criminal record and successfully passing the required exams: the DELE A2 for language and the CCSE for constitutional and sociocultural knowledge. These are not mere formalities, but milestones that certify your connection to Spain.
Today, the entire process of solicitar la nacionalidad española can be done online. Submitting your file telematically with a lawyer is the most significant advantage you can have, drastically reducing resolution times compared to traditional methods.
An impeccable, professionally prepared digital file is prioritized, bringing you closer to your goal much faster.
Our expertise lies in building that perfect digital file, ensuring every document is correct and every requirement is flawlessly met, turning a complex bureaucratic process into your straightforward path to citizenship.
Enjoy all the Benefits it has to offer
The benefits of Spanish Citizenship by Residency
Unrestricted EU Freedom
Travel and work across the entire EU without any limitations.
Full Civic & Political Rights
Gain the right to vote and access public sector employment.
Simplified Bureaucracy Forever
Forget about residency renewals and complex immigration paperwork forever.
Transmit Your Citizenship
You can pass on your Spanish nationality to your children.
Are you eligible?
Requirements to apply for a Spanish Citizenship by Residency
Continuous Legal Residency
Clean Criminal Record
Socio-Cultural Integration (CCSE Exam)
Spanish Language Proficiency (DELE A2 Exam)
Official Documentation
Do you have any questions about the immigration process to Spain?
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Necessary documentation for the Spanish Citizenship by Residency
- Application Form: The official, correctly filled out standardized model for your application.
- Foreigner Identity Card (TIE): A valid and complete copy of your current residency card.
- Complete Passport: A full copy including all pages of your valid passport.
- Birth Certificate: Legalized or apostilled document, officially translated into the Spanish language.
- Criminal Record Certificate (Origin): Legalized or apostilled and officially
- Proof of Passed Exams: Certificates for passing the DELE A2 and CCSE exams.
- Proof of Fee Payment: The official receipt for payment of the administrative fee 790-026.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Spanish Citizenship by Residency
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