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How to get an NIE in Spain
The complete process: the three routes, the forms, the fee, the appointment, and what happens on the day.
Read the guide For UK applicantsHow British citizens get an NIE
What changed after Brexit, which UK consulate covers you, and how to apply without flying to Spain.
Read the guide PropertyDo I need an NIE to buy property in Spain?
Why the notary won't complete without one, when to start, and what it means for joint buyers.
Read the guide ExplainedNIE vs TIE — what's the difference?
Two things people constantly mix up, and why having one doesn't give you the other.
Read the guide FormsWhat is form EX-15?
Section by section, in English, and the details that get applications sent away.
Read the guide FeesModelo 790 código 012, explained
The government fee form: which option to select, where to pay it, and how much it actually costs.
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