Get Your NIE Number and TIE in Costa Blanca
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- NIE application for foreigners in Spain
- How to get your TIE in Spain
- NIE for property purchase Costa Blanca
- Spanish residency for EU and non-EU citizens
- Legal representation for NIE/TIE process
- Residency card Spain (TIE) after Brexit


Spain’s NIE number is the personal and unique tax identification number that is used to track all financial and legal activities in Spain. The Spanish number acts as a tax and identification number, and is used in all fiscal transactions that involve the Spanish tax office.
A NIE number is mandatory for all foreigners with financial, professional or social affairs in Spain, regardless of whether they are a resident or non-resident in Spain. Children also need a NIE number in order to, among other things, get social security.
European citizens typically need to apply for a NIE number after three months of residence in Spain, while non-EU citizens will typically receive their application along with their Spanish residency. Official residents in Spain will also typically need to register on el padron. Spain’s population register.
This guide explains what a NIE number is, the application process, where to find application forms, and finding the right contact number.
If you are planning come to in Spain, you will need a NIE or a TIE. The process of getting one, however, can be confusing and frustrating especially if it’s your first time doing it and you don’t speak any Spanish. In this detailed blog post, we will breakdown what a NIE/TIE is and how to get one.
A TIE (tarjeta de identidad de extranjero) is a card (see below) that has your picture, NIE number, address and where you work/study. If you are a non-EU citizen, you have to apply for a TIE. This process is much more complicated since you need to register yourself at the city hall (empadronarse) to receive your padrón. Once you have done that, you are required to get an appointment at an immigration office which can be a headache.
Depending on which police station you are willing to go to or which city you are in, the nearest appointment you can get might be up to a month later. We recommend applying for an appointment once you arrive to Spain.
First, we carry out an exhaustive study of the mentioned sale, requesting the necessary documentation (nota simple, previous sale deed, ibi tax, cohabitation certificate etc…)
After analyzing the sale study, CLF Real Estate department will provide you with different solutions and various ways of attacking the case.
Once the case has been analyzed and the best option chosen, CLF International Lawyers will negotiate for your interests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is a tax identification number required for almost every legal or financial activity in Spain, including buying property, opening a bank account, or paying taxes.
The NIE is just a number for identification, while the TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) is a physical residency card for non-EU citizens that proves legal residence in Spain.
Yes. Non-residents can apply for an NIE for property purchases, business purposes, or other legal reasons. We can handle the full process for you, even remotely.
It usually takes between a few days and 2 weeks, depending on the availability of appointments at the relevant immigration office.
Yes. British nationals who reside in Spain must apply for the TIE under the Withdrawal Agreement. We handle the entire application process for you.
Documents vary depending on your case, but generally include a valid passport, application forms, proof of reason for application (e.g. property purchase), and appointment confirmation. We provide a full checklist.
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