Your first weeks
NIE guidance
Work out which NIE route applies to you, prepare the right forms and documents, and walk into your appointment ready.
Who it’s for
- You need an NIE number for work, a rental contract, a bank account or a purchase
- You are struggling to understand how cita previa (appointment) booking works
- You were turned away once and want to get it right next time
What’s included
- A 60-minute guidance session by video call
- A document checklist for your situation, including the EX-15 application form
- Help completing the fee form (modelo 790, código 012); you pay the fee yourself
- How official appointment booking works in your province
- A review of your completed forms before your appointment (one round)
- Email follow-up questions for 14 days
Not included
- Government fees (tasas), visa and consular fees
- Lawyer, gestor, notary, apostille and sworn-translation fees
- Legal advice or legal representation
- Buying, selling or reserving appointment slots. I only show you how the official system works
- Attending the appointment on your behalf
This is my service fee for guidance and support. Government, legal and third-party fees are always separate and are paid by you.
Often booked together
Guidance for your residence card (TIE) or EU registration certificate: the right form, the right appointment and the deadlines that apply to your permit.
Practical guidance on opening and using an everyday bank account in Spain: what banks usually ask for, resident and non-resident options, and how to compare fees.
Find a home with fewer surprises: a search strategy for your city and budget, the documents landlords ask for, and the red flags to watch for in listings and contracts.
Have a question first?
Book a short consultation and we’ll work out exactly what you need.
