Registering for Empadronamiento
Everything you Need to Know
What is it?
Your Empadronamiento Certificate
Empadronamiento is the process of registering your residence in the local municipal register (padrón) in Spain. It is mandatory for all residents, including Spanish citizens and foreigners, regardless of their legal status. The certificado de empadronamiento serves as official proof of your address and is required for various administrative and legal processes, such as accessing public services and proving your stay in Spain.
Key Benefits
Why is Empadronamiento Important?
Empadronamiento is essential for:
- Accessing public services: Healthcare, schooling, and social services.
- Residency procedures: Providing proof of address for residency and visa applications.
- Voting rights: EU citizens and nationals from certain countries can vote in local elections.
- Legal benefits: Demonstrating the duration of your stay for procedures like “Arraigo” or renewals.
Being registered ensures you can fully participate in the Spanish system and access important benefits.
How to Register
Steps to Obtain Your Certificate
To register, you’ll need:
- Proof of identity: Passport or national ID card, and NIE/TIE if issued.
- Proof of residence: Rental contract, property deeds, or a utility bill.
- Additional documents: Birth certificates for registering children (if applicable).
- Some municipalities may also require proof of family relationships if you are registering children, showing the birth certificates.
After registering, you receive a ‘certificado de empadronamiento’ (certificate of registration), which you can request when needed for various administrative processes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Everyone who will be living in Spain for more than 3 months.
The best way is to request the appointment at town hall and apply in person. You can do it online in some provinces.
You should go back to town hall and deregister from the address where you have lived.
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