Applying for Arraigo

Everything you Need to Know

Arraigo is a pathway to residency in Spain for foreigners with strong social, family, or employment ties. It requires a continuous stay and meeting specific legal requirements.

What is it?

Understanding Arraigo in Spain

Arraigo is a legal process in Spain designed to grant temporary residency to foreigners who meet specific conditions under exceptional circumstances. It allows individuals to regularise their status and access the benefits of legal residency. This pathway is particularly beneficial for those who have strong family, social, or work ties in Spain but do not meet the traditional residency requirements.

Types of Arraigo

Arraigo Formación

Arraigo Formación

Arraigo Formación grants residency to foreigners for training purposes, conditional on continuous residence and commitment to specific educational or professional training.
Arraigo Familiar

Arraigo Familiar

Arraigo Familiar offers residency to foreigners with direct family ties to Spanish citizens, providing a legal pathway to regularize status without strict residency requirements.
Arraigo Social

Arraigo Social

Arraigo Social is a residency route for foreigners with three years of continuous residence in Spain, requiring social ties and an employment contract.

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Bank Account

Bank Account

A Spanish bank account simplifies financial transactions like paying rent, bills, and receiving wages, though it’s not mandatory for temporary residents.
Social Security Number

Social Security Number

A Social Security Number in Spain is necessary for employment, accessing public healthcare, pensions, and various social benefits. It is linked to your work status.
Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Public health insurance is available to residents in Spain, but many opt for private insurance for faster care and additional coverage not included in public healthcare.

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