Your First 30 Days in Spain
The bureaucratic maze decoded. Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your new life — from NIE to healthcare card.
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NIE vs. TIE in Spain
1-3 daysUnderstand the difference between Spain's NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) and TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero). When you need each and how to get them.
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1-2 daysComplete guide to empadronamiento: Spain's mandatory municipal registration. Why it's the key to everything else and how to complete it in 2026.
Read full guideCl@ve & Digital Certificates
3-5 daysHow to get Cl@ve PIN, Cl@ve permanente, and FNMT digital certificates in 2026. Essential for Spain's new fully digital immigration system.
Read full guideSocial Security & SIP Healthcare Card in Spain
5-10 daysHow to register for Spain's Social Security system and get your SIP healthcare card. Access public healthcare as a resident or worker in 2026.
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Detailed Guides
Deep-dive into each step of the process.
NIE vs. TIE in Spain
Understand the difference between Spain's NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) and TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero). When you need each and how to get them.
Empadronamiento
Complete guide to empadronamiento: Spain's mandatory municipal registration. Why it's the key to everything else and how to complete it in 2026.
Cl@ve & Digital Certificates
How to get Cl@ve PIN, Cl@ve permanente, and FNMT digital certificates in 2026. Essential for Spain's new fully digital immigration system.
Social Security & SIP Healthcare Card in Spain
How to register for Spain's Social Security system and get your SIP healthcare card. Access public healthcare as a resident or worker in 2026.
Know Your Visa Options First
Before you start the bureaucratic process, make sure you're on the right visa pathway.
Explore Visa Pathways