NIE & TIE Spain 2025 | How to Get Your Spanish ID Numbers

Foreign ID number

NIE

Physical residence card

TIE

For almost everything in Spain

Required

By appointment only

Cita previa

Overview

What you need to knowabout this route.

The NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) is the tax and identification number assigned to every foreigner in Spain. It is required for almost every formal process — signing a contract, opening a bank account, registering a car, filing taxes or applying for a residence permit.

The TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) is the physical biometric card issued to non-EU residents with a valid residence permit. It is your proof of legal residence in Spain and serves as your primary identity document for day-to-day use. EU citizens receive the EU Registration Certificate (Certificado de Registro) instead of the TIE.

Requirements

Document & eligibilitychecklist.

This is a general checklist — exact requirements depend on your specific situation. I prepare a personalised checklist during your assessment session.

Valid passport
Application form EX-15 (for NIE) or EX-17 (for TIE)
Completed official form (Modelo 790 Código 012 for fee payment)
Proof of the legal cause requiring the NIE (permit application, contract, etc.)
Appointment at Extranjería (cita previa) — I secure this for you
One passport-size photograph (for TIE)
Proof of residence permit (for TIE renewal)

Service packages

Three packages.One specialist.

All packages start with a 60-minute assessment session (€90 standard · €110 with full personalised checklist). The session fee is deducted in full from any package you proceed with.

Package 01

The Essentials

Core NIE & TIE Spain management — done correctly. Ideal if you're organised and need expert guidance and a solid application.

✓ Eligibility & route assessment
✓ Personalised document checklist
✓ Application form review & guidance
✓ Full document review before submission
✓ Submission guidance (you submit)
✓ Written summary & next steps

Pricing: 90€ × complexity factor

Typically €450–€900 depending on route

Book assessment — €90 →

Package 02 · Most popular

⭐ RECOMMENDED

The Complete

Full NIE & TIE Spain management — I handle everything from application to TIE. You gather documents, I do the rest.

✓ Everything in The Essentials
✓ Full application management (I submit)
✓ Appointment scheduling & coordination
✓ Follow-up with Extranjería / UGE
✓ Written status updates throughout
✓ TIE appointment & coordination
✓ Requirement response (requerimientos)

Pricing: 90€ × complexity × urgency + costs

Typically €900–€1,800 depending on route

Book assessment — €90 →

Package 03 · Full setup

From A-to-Z

Your complete Spanish setup — NIE & TIE Spain plus every administrative step to live and work legally in Spain from day one.

✓ Everything in The Complete
✓ TIE cita & full card coordination
✓ Empadronamiento guidance & coordination
✓ Alta en la Seguridad Social
✓ Bank account referral & onboarding
✓ Certificado digital (digital ID certificate)
✓ Post-approval support (30 days)

Pricing: 90€ × complexity × urgency + full costs

Typically €1,800–€3,200 all-inclusive

Book assessment — €90 →

Optional add-ons · All packages

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Urgent Processing

Priority handling for time-sensitive cases. Urgency factor applied to base fee.

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Extra Legal Consultation

Additional 60-minute session — €90 per session, deducted from service if booked.

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Follow-Up Service

Post-approval support beyond the standard window. Renewal alerts included.

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Requirement Response

Full handling of requerimientos (deficiency notices) from Extranjería or UGE.

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Sworn Translations

Coordination of certified sworn translations for all required documents.

💡 Add-ons are confirmed during your assessment session. All fees quoted in writing before work begins.

FAQ

Frequently askedquestions.

Do I need a NIE before applying for a residence permit?▼

For most permit applications, you need a NIE as part of the process. In practice, the NIE and the permit application are often initiated together, or the NIE is obtained first through a consulate.

How is the TIE different from the NIE?▼

The NIE is a number — it identifies you in Spanish systems. The TIE is a physical card with your photo and biometric data, issued once you have a valid residence permit. You need both the NIE and the TIE as a non-EU resident.

How do I get a cita previa?▼

Through the Spanish government's cita previa system (sede.administracionespublicas.gob.es). Appointments are scarce in major cities. I manage the appointment process as part of the service.

Can I travel outside Spain while waiting for my TIE?▼

If you have the resguardo (application receipt), you can remain in Spain. Travel outside Schengen is more complex — check with me before booking.

What if I've lost my TIE?▼

You can apply for a replacement. I handle the full process including the appointment.