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We assist individuals and their families with Spain visa applications, from initial guidance at the start of the process, through to the preparation of documents ahead of meetings with Spanish authorities.
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Spain is one of the most popular destinations for UK expats, with many wanting to get a visa for study, work, or just permanently move there to live in the Mediterranean sunshine.
As a Notary Public, we provide assistance tailored to our clients’ needs, with our focus being on the various documents needed for a Spanish visa application, ranging from notarisation and legalisation, to the translation of documents.
With our help, your documents will be prepared according to the requirements of the Spanish authorities, and your chances of a successful visa application will increase.
Contact us today to learn more about the documentation services we offer to people applying for a Spanish visa.
Required documents for Spanish visa applications
For your Spanish visa applications to be accepted by Spanish authorities, you will be required to provide a number of documents, prepared to exacting standards. The documents you may be asked to submit may include:
Those wishing to emigrate from the UK to Spain may be required to provide proof that they are of ‘good character’. A criminal background check, or ACRO, is usually enough to satisfy foreign authorities of this. ACRO certificates must be legalised and translated before being submitted to Spanish authorities. Find out more about ACROs in our blog.
If you are making Spanish visa applications with a dependent partner or spouse, you may be asked to supply Spanish authorities with a marriage certificate. Marriage certificates must be legalised and translated in order to be deemed valid.
‘True copies’ of documents are those that have been witnessed by an authorised official – such as a Notary Public. Properly processed, true copies can be used in lieu of an original document, such as passports and birth certificates. This is advisable, especially if you are requested to send identity documentation by post to authorities in Spain.
A Medical Certificate of Good Health proves to Spanish authorities that you are free of any diseases or viruses that may be harmful to the public upon your arrival in Spain.
If you are applying for a working visa in Spain, you may need to have your degree (or other qualification) authenticated. This provides governments overseas with assurances that the documents, and therefore your qualifications, are genuine. You can find out more about degree authentication.
Particularly for visas where you will not be granted access to the Spanish healthcare system, you may be required to provide evidence of private medical insurance. It must cover you for all of the time that you intend to stay in Spain. We work closely with insurance partners in Spain; specialists in providing cover for expats in the country.
Our partners at ASSSA can assist you with getting medical insurance for Spain.
The Numero de Identificacion Fiscal (NIF) is the Spanish ‘tax identification number’ for natural and legal citizens. For those who are not Spanish nationals, they will need to apply for a Numero de Identidad de Extranjero (NIE) or ‘Foreigners’ identity number’. We assist applicants in obtaining both NIF and NIE cards.
How we can help
Whatever documentary evidence you need, ahead of submission to the Spanish consulate, we are here to help. We have extensive experience in the collection and processing of documentation, ensuring that our clients have the best possible chance of success with their visa applications. Get in touch to discuss the options with a member of our team.
Key services you may need
Notarisation
A Notary Public is authorised to certify documents for use in foreign jurisdictions. To have a document ‘notarised’, you must meet with a notary for them to sign and seal the particular document in person, certifying it as genuine. You can read more about what a Notary Public by clicking the hyperlink.
Legalisation
Legalisation is the process whereby the signature and seal of an authorised official is checked by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). They confirm that the official is registered and authorised to sign the document. Once confirmed, they will issue with an apostille; a certificate, authenticating it for use overseas. Learn more about apostilles and legalisation.
Sworn Translation
Spanish authorities request the ‘sworn translation’ of most documents that need to be submitted to them. Sworn translators are qualified linguists, appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the translation official and legal documents. Find out more about our Spanish translator, Devora.
Easy and convenient notary services
Our main offices are in London, Manchester and Sheffield, though we can meet you elsewhere too. This ensures that our notary services can be accessed conveniently at a location near you.
We also provide both standard and fast-track apostille and legalisation services, depending on your timescales.
Our Sworn Translator – registered with the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – has 17 years’ experience in the translation of official documents.
With are experts in the preparation of documents for use overseas. Get in touch to discuss your needs with a member of our team.
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