TIE / Residence Card

Your Spanish residence card, managed with clarity.

Into Spain helps you through the practical process of obtaining your TIE residence card, from preparing the required paperwork and organising appointments to guiding you through the fingerprint and collection stages.

Book a Consultation See What's Included

Paperwork prepared Help with the required application documents.

Appointments Guidance through the appointment process.

Fingerprint stage Know what to expect before attending.

Complete guidance Support through the practical process.

Understanding the TIE

What is a TIE residence card?

The Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero, commonly known as the TIE, is the physical identity card issued to many foreign residents in Spain.

The card contains personal information including your photograph, NIE number and details relating to your residency status.

For people moving to Spain through certain visa and residency routes, obtaining the physical TIE is one of the important practical stages after their right to reside in Spain has been established.

Into Spain can help make that stage considerably more straightforward by preparing you for the process and guiding you through the relevant appointments.

NIE or TIE?

Two terms that are easy to confuse

Your NIE and TIE are connected, but they are not the same thing.

NIE

Your NIE is your foreigner identification number. It is a unique number used to identify you in dealings with Spanish authorities and other organisations.

TIE

Your TIE is the physical residence card that can contain your NIE together with information about your identity and residence status in Spain.

The Into Spain TIE service

We help manage the practical process

There can be several stages between becoming eligible for a TIE and having the physical card in your hand.

Into Spain helps make sure you understand what needs to be prepared, what appointments are required and what happens at each stage.

More than a list of instructions We work with you through the practical process, rather than simply telling you which forms to complete.

We review your situation

We establish which TIE process applies to your current residency circumstances.

We prepare the paperwork

We help organise the application documents and explain what supporting evidence you need.

We deal with the appointment stage

We guide you through the relevant appointment process and make sure you know where to go and what to take.

Fingerprints and identification

We prepare you for the stage where your fingerprints, photograph and identification details are dealt with.

Card collection

We explain what happens after the application and how the completed card is collected.

Appointment guidance

Know what to expect before you arrive

Attending a Spanish government appointment can feel daunting when you are unfamiliar with the process, particularly when paperwork, fingerprints and official documentation are involved.

Into Spain helps prepare you before the appointment so you understand which documents are required and what is likely to happen when you attend.

Where included within your particular service, Into Spain can also provide additional support around the appointment process.

Prepared before you attend

We help make sure your paperwork is organised and that you understand the practical stages of the appointment before you arrive.

Practical appointment support

Getting ready

We help organise the details

The exact requirements can depend on your particular residency route and the type of TIE application you are making.

Our role is to make the practical requirements clearer, help you prepare the relevant documentation and reduce the chance of arriving at an appointment without something important.

Guidance on the relevant TIE application form
Passport and identification document guidance
Residency and visa documentation guidance
Relevant fee and appointment preparation
Fingerprint and card collection guidance

Your life in Spain

One more practical step towards feeling settled

Once your residency route has been established, obtaining your physical residence card is another important part of building your life in Spain. Into Spain helps make that stage feel organised rather than overwhelming.

TIE service price

Professional support through the process

The Into Spain TIE service is designed for clients who want professional guidance through the practical application and appointment stages.

Your circumstances will be reviewed first so the team can establish the correct process and explain exactly what is included.

TIE / Residence Card

Service price

€350

Professional assistance with your TIE application, preparation and practical appointment stages.

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Speak to the team

Discuss your residency card with Into Spain

If you are unsure which TIE process applies to you, begin with a consultation and let the team review your current residency circumstances.

Online consultation

Online consultations are available Monday, Wednesday and Thursday between 2pm and 4pm. Ideal if you are currently outside Spain or simply prefer to speak remotely.

In-person consultation

In-person consultations are available at the Into Spain office on Tuesdays and Fridays between 10am and 2pm at La Manga Club, Murcia.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about your TIE

The exact process can vary according to your residency circumstances, but these are some of the questions clients commonly ask.

Is a TIE the same as an NIE?

No. Your NIE is your identification number. The TIE is a physical residence card which can contain your NIE alongside your identity and residency information.

Do I need to attend an appointment?

Many TIE processes require the applicant to attend personally because identity and biometric information such as fingerprints may need to be recorded.

Do I receive the card at the first appointment?

The card is generally produced after the relevant appointment stage. You may therefore need to return later to collect the completed card.

Can Into Spain help with renewals?

Yes. Into Spain also provides services for residency renewals and other ongoing residency requirements where applicable.

What if I am unsure which process I need?

Book a consultation and explain your current residency status. The Into Spain team can then establish which service and process is relevant to your circumstances.

Settling into Spain

Let us help you through your TIE process

From preparing your documentation to understanding the appointment, fingerprint and collection stages, Into Spain can make obtaining your residence card considerably easier.

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