The TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) is the physical identity card for foreigners in Spain. Since 2020 it replaces the green residence certificate for non-EU citizens. For EU citizens it is optional but useful. Who needs the TIE? Non-EU citizens: Mandatory after receiving residence permit EU citizens: Optional – the green Certificado is sufficient
Whether you are importing a car or buying one in Mallorca, it must be registered with Spanish plates. The process is bureaucratic but manageable. Importing a car Step 1: ITV inspection The vehicle must pass a Spanish ITV (equivalent to MOT). You need your vehicle documents and COC (Certificate of Conformity). Step 2: Taxes and
Living in Mallorca and wondering whether you need to exchange your driving licence for a Spanish one? This guide covers the whole process: when the exchange is mandatory, which documents you need, how to book an appointment at the DGT in Palma and what it costs — including the post-Brexit rules for UK licence holders.
The Empadronamiento is the registration of your address at the local town hall (Ayuntamiento). It is mandatory for everyone living in Spain and a prerequisite for residency, school enrolment and public healthcare access. What is the Empadronamiento? It is your entry in the Padrón Municipal, the municipal residents register. Without it, no access to public
Anyone living in Mallorca for more than three months must register as a resident. The so-called “Residencia” – officially the Certificado de Registro de Ciudadano de la Unión – is mandatory for EU citizens and opens many doors on the island. What is the Residencia? The Residencia is not a residence permit in the traditional
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is the most important document for any foreigner in Spain. Without a NIE number, almost nothing works in Mallorca: no bank account, no rental contract, no employment contract, no tax return. Here is your step-by-step guide to getting your NIE number in Mallorca. What is the NIE number?
