Does NIE give you residency?

No. The non-resident NIE does not authorize you to reside or work legally in Spain. It is merely a number that identifies you as a foreigner in the country (for example, for tax purposes). And you should not confuse it with the TIE, the actual residence card.

Is a Spanish NIE the same as residency?

EU and British pensioners tend to confuse the two documents, although they are not even similar in format or usage. The NIE certificate is printed on a white A4 sheet (with no photo), whereas the Spanish residency for EU and British citizens is a small green card (also without a photo… some people call it “green nie”).

Do you have to have residency in Spain?

First you get a tourist visa, then the residency 90 days is the maximum amount of time you can legally live in Spain without getting residency. Once that period ends, you will need to go back to your country. Then, after those 3 months, if you get your residence permit, you will have obtained the residency in Spain.

Is my NIE still valid?

The NIE certificate that you receive when you return to your local national police (“policia nacional”) station to pick it up is actually only valid for three months. However, the allocated NIE Spanish number is unique to you, and will be yours for life.

How long can I stay in Spain with NIE?

This rule simply states that you can live in Spain without residency for a maximum of 90 days. After those 3 months, you need to either obtain a residence permit, or leave the country. And that is because the shortest stay option is the tourist (or Schengen) visa, which lasts exactly for 90 days.

Can I get Spanish residency after Brexit?

You can still obtain your residence in Spain easily by following the usual EU route thanks to the withdrawal agreement. Your relatives will also benefit from this measure (they can still get their family member of an EU citizen card).

How long can I stay in Spain after my NIE expires?

90 days
In regards to your question, you have until 90 days after the expiration of your NIE to begin the renewal process. Therefore, you can still legally stay in Spain after your NIE expires, as long as you begin the renewal process within the time frame given.

Is my NIE still valid after Brexit?

If you already have the green A4 certificate or small credit-card-sized green paper saying you are registered as an EU citizen (Registro de Cuidadano de la Unión Europea) and showing your NIE number, whether it says ‘permanente’ or not, this green document is indefinite proof of your post-Brexit rights and you do not …