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Nationality & Citizenship
Nationality & Citizenship
Spanish Citizenship
Choosing to apply for Spanish citizenship is a big step, but a logical next one for people as they build a life and spend an extended number of years in Spain. The primary criterion for residency-based citizenship is uninterrupted legal residency status in the country for a certain number of years prior to application. The standard requirement is 10 years, though certain categories of applicants qualify for a reduced timeframe — Ibero-American passport holders, for example, only need 2 years of continuous residency to be eligible, while spouses of Spanish citizens can apply after just 1 year, and minor dependents can apply at any time.
It’s important to keep in mind that you must maintain your legal status all the way through to approval and gaining your Spanish passport. The application process can take a year or more depending on your situation and paperwork — so proper planning is essential. Given how long the process takes, making sure your documents are collected correctly and submitted properly from the start is paramount to success.
At Settle Easy, we help you collect your documents correctly, handle exam registration (language and cultural exams) where required, and submit your application digitally.
Benefits Of Spanish Citizenship
Spanish citizenship offers long-term security and access to many rights and opportunities available to Spanish nationals.
BENEFITS
- Permanent legal status in Spain
- Spanish passport eligibility
- Freedom to live and work in Spain
- Access to European Union benefits
- Voting rights as a Spanish citizen
- Long-term security for you and your family