TIE: first card and fingerprints

Who it is for

Anyone with a visa or permit to stay more than six months. Deadline: one month from entry into Spain or from when the permit is granted or takes effect.

Where

Policía Nacional, documentation unit of your province

Steps

1. Note the grant or entry date: add the deadline here so the month does not slip.
2. Book the fingerprint appointment (card issue) on the official cita previa site.
3. Fill in EX-17 and pay the fee on form 790, code 012.
4. At the appointment they take your fingerprints and give you a receipt (resguardo). Keep it: it covers you while you wait for the card.
5. Collect the card when it is ready. Many police stations publish which batches (lotes) are ready.

When do you have to file?

What to bring

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• EX-17 filled in and signed
• Valid passport and a copy of every page
• Grant decision (resolución) or visa
• One recent colour photo, white background, ID size
• Receipt for the paid 790-012 fee
• Padrón certificateMany offices ask for it.
• Social Security registration, if the permit is for work
• Appointment confirmation