Our services

TIE — Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero

The foreigner's identity card issued in Spain for eligible non-EU residents.

We help you understand the TIE process and prepare for the administrative steps involved.

• Understanding what the TIE is and when it is required
• Understanding the documentation you may need
• Reviewing your paperwork before your appointment
• Explaining Spanish forms and terminology
• Understanding the appointment process
• Preparing for your police appointment
• Understanding what happens after your appointment
• Help understanding TIE-related notifications or requests

For stays exceeding six months, Spain's official guidance states that the foreign national generally must apply for the TIE within one month of entering Spain.

NIE — Número de Identificación de Extranjero

Need an NIE but aren't sure how the process works?

We help you understand the NIE process and organize the paperwork involved.

• Understanding what an NIE is
• Understanding why you may need one
• Identifying the relevant application form
• Reviewing your paperwork
• Explaining Spanish administrative terminology
• Understanding where and how the application is submitted
• Preparing for your appointment
• Understanding the steps involved in obtaining your NIE

Student Visa & Estancia por Estudios

Planning to study in Spain?

We help you understand the administrative process involved in applying for a Spanish student visa and preparing for your arrival.

• Understanding Spain's estancia por estudios system
• Understanding the student visa process
• Reviewing application paperwork
• Explaining Spanish administrative terminology
• Organizing supporting documentation
• Understanding what to expect from the Spanish consular process
• Preparing for your move to Spain
• Understanding the administrative steps to complete after arrival

Spanish consular guidance currently covers student visas for stays exceeding 90 days, including higher education and certain other study or training activities. Requirements and procedures can vary by consular jurisdiction.

Student Visa Renewal

Already studying in Spain and need to extend your student authorization?

We help you understand the prórroga de estancia por estudios process and prepare your paperwork.

• Understanding the student authorization extension process
• Reviewing your EX-00 application
• Reviewing supporting documentation
• Organizing your renewal paperwork
• Explaining the requirements in plain English
• Understanding the electronic submission process
• Understanding what happens after submission
• Explaining official notifications or requerimientos
• Preparing for the next administrative step
• Understanding the TIE process following a successful extension

The Ministry of Inclusion states that a study authorization extension can generally be requested during the two months before or three months after the authorization's expiration, subject to the applicable requirements and current rules.

Personalized Trámite Support

Some procedures are complicated because there are several steps.

We help you map out your particular administrative process, so you can navigate it yourself with a clearer understanding of what you're doing and why.

• What do I need to do?
• Which documents do I need?
• Where do I submit them?
• Do I need an appointment?
• What happens afterward?
• What should I pay attention to?

Pre-Departure Extranjería Guidance

Moving to Spain? Start with the paperwork before you arrive.

Before leaving your home country, we help you understand Spain's Extranjería system and prepare for the administrative process ahead.

• Understand Spanish immigration terminology
• Learn how the Extranjería system works
• Understand the administrative steps associated with your situation
• Organize your documents
• Identify questions you should clarify before traveling
• Understand what you may need to do after arriving in Spain
• Prepare for your first appointments and administrative procedures

Bureaucracy Support After Arrival

You've made it to Spain. Now comes the paperwork.

Practical support for navigating unfamiliar Spanish administrative procedures after you arrive.

• Understanding government correspondence
• Navigating Spanish administrative websites
• Understanding appointment systems
• Preparing forms and documentation
• Understanding official instructions
• Organizing your paperwork
• Explaining administrative terminology
• Understanding what an office is asking you to provide
• Identifying the next step in your trámite

Administrative Document Assistance

Understand what you are looking at and what the process involves.

Confused by a Spanish administrative document or application? We help you understand the document, the terminology inside it and the steps the procedure involves.

• Understand Spanish administrative forms and instructions
• Understand how to submit paperwork through Extranjería
• Review applications and supporting documentation
• A second pair of eyes on forms, including EX-00 and EX-17
• Spanish administrative terminology explained in plain English
• Identify documents or information requested by an administration
• Organize your paperwork before submission
• Understand official notifications and requests for additional documentation
• Navigate Spanish government websites and online procedures
• Understand the different steps involved in a trámite

Second-Pair-of-Eyes Review

You just want someone to look at it before you submit it.

We review your prepared documentation and help identify what may need attention before submission.

• Missing information
• Inconsistent information
• Unclear sections
• Documents that appear to be missing
• Confusing terminology
• Formatting or completion issues
• Questions you may want to clarify with the relevant authority

You remain responsible for submitting your application and ensuring that it meets the current official requirements.

Personalized Consultation

Not sure where to start? Book a one-on-one consultation.

A live conversation about your particular administrative situation, held online so you can join from anywhere.

• You don't know which administrative process applies to you
• You've received a confusing notification
• You're preparing to move to Spain
• You're renewing your student authorization
• You're preparing for a TIE or NIE procedure
• You have paperwork you're struggling to understand
• You want a second pair of eyes before submitting an application

U.S.-Based Spanish Embassy & Consulate Paperwork

Applying for Spanish documentation from the United States?

We help you understand and organize your paperwork before dealing with a Spanish Embassy or Consulate.

• Understanding the requirements published by the relevant consular office
• Reviewing application forms
• Reviewing supporting documentation
• Explaining Spanish terminology
• Organizing your paperwork
• Identifying potential gaps or questions
• Preparing for your appointment
• Understanding the administrative process

Spanish consular requirements can differ depending on your place of residence and the specific consular jurisdiction, so you should always verify current requirements with the relevant consular office.