Registering a Civil Partnership
Everything you Need to Know
Registering a civil partnership in Spain offers legal recognition of a relationship and may be used for residency applications, provided the couple meets eligibility criteria.
What is it?
Understanding Civil Partnerships
A civil partnership is a legally recognized union between two individuals who meet specific criteria. If you have lived together for more than two years, formalized your relationship through a notary, or share a common child, the law recognizes your relationship as a civil partnership. While it is slightly less formal than marriage, it offers many of the same legal benefits and is often a quick and straightforward solution for consolidating your relationship or applying for residency.
Requirements
How to Register a Civil Partnership
To register a civil partnership, you must meet the following criteria:
- Documentation: Provide a valid DNI, passport, or NIE, and a certificate of empadronamiento.
- Legal Age: Both partners must be at least 18 years old.
- Legal Capacity: Both partners must have full legal capacity to act.
- No Existing Unions: Neither partner can be married or have another registered domestic partnership.
- Proof of Relationship Stability: Submit evidence such as shared residence certificates, joint bank accounts, or rental contracts.
Processing times vary by region and can range from one week to two months.
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