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NIE Number in Spain: What, Why and How

NIE numberWhat is an NIE number in Spain? What do you need it for? Who needs one? Do you even need one at all? What conditions need to be met to get one? Where can you get one? We answer all of your NIE number queries here.

What is an NIE Number and Who Needs One?

The NIE number in Spain, otherwise known as a Foreigners’ Identification Number, is an ID number that every non-citizen in the country should have. European citizens and non-European citizens alike will receive an NIE that starts with the letter “X” or “Y” and is then followed by 8 numbers.

Obtaining an NIE number should always be your first step in creating a company in Spain.

Why Do You Need an NIE Number in Spain?

Having an NIE number is mandatory to be able to work in Spain, to buy a property, to start a company, to open a bank account, to access a telephone network and acquire telephone or internet line. Essentially, you will need an NIE number for most administrative processes in Spain.

As for starting up your company in Spain, all the directors as well as all the investors in the business must have their own NIE numbers as well.

What Are The Conditions for Getting an NIE number?

Obtaining an NIE number is not precisely easy for foreigners living in Spain. Even if you do request a number from the Spanish administrative services, there is no guarantee that you will be granted one.

In this way, in order to obtain a Spanish NIE number, you must provide a reason why you need one, and proof of it.

For example, a Spanish employment contract, a receipt of buying a property or your desire to start a company in Spain with all the necessary documentation that proves that you have the means to carry this project out.

Where can you apply for your NIE number?

From June 17th 2013 onwards, it became mandatory to book an appointment before going to the Police Station and therefore apply for your NIE number.

After making your appointment, you’ll be given a date and a time and you’ll need to bring along with you all the necessary documents.

<< Please note that TAS Consultoria can make this appointment on your behalf, taking away the hassle of doing so yourself. We can inform you of all the necessary documents and will even accompany you to the appointment. With our expertise, you can be sure that you will leave the office with your Spanish NIE number! >>

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So, if you want to start a company in Spain or buy a property there, please do not hesitate in contacting us. We are a consulting firm located in Barcelona and we have been specializing in assisting entrepreneurs to set up their own businesses in Spain since 1979.

Our team of experts comprises of accounting professionals and expert property lawyers who will all be at your disposal to handle any of your queries at any time.

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