Obtaining an NIE
The NIE is a personal, unique and exclusive number that identifies the foreign national in Spain for acts with economic, professional or social relevance.
Overview
Police guidance explains that the NIE may be assigned ex officio or at the request of the interested party when economic, professional or social reasons justify obtaining it.
It is important to remember that the NIE is not a residence or work permit. It is an identification number needed for certain administrative, banking, real-estate or employment procedures.
Requirements
- Show an economic, professional or social interest that justifies the assignment of the NIE.
- Personal filing or the relevant consular route when the process is done from abroad.
- Valid identity document or passport.
Common documents
- Completed EX-15 form and proof of payment of fee 790 code 012.
- Full passport or valid identity document.
- Document proving why the NIE is needed: contract, deed, professional engagement, banking process or another provable interest.
Process
01
Reason review
We verify whether the reason you need an NIE is properly documented and fits the police or consular route.
02
Preparation
We prepare the EX-15, the fee and the supporting annexes before the appointment.
03
Appointment
We guide you on how to attend the Police office or the consulate with the exact documentation.
04
Issuance
We monitor the receipt and the issuance of the NIE once processed.
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We review the EX-15, the fee and the exact documentary reason before the appointment.