Children of residents and other situations
Residence for minors
Permits for foreign minors, such as children of residents born in Spain, and other situations provided for in the legislation.
Is this the right option for you?
The most common case is that of children born in Spain to foreign parents with legal residence. We also handle other situations, such as reunifying children who live outside Spain.
We review the parents’ situation, the deadlines and the child’s documents to choose the right route and not miss any deadline.
If the six-month deadline has passed, the route is usually family reunification.
Main requirements
These are the essential requirements. The specific documents may vary depending on your nationality, your personal situation and changes in the law.
Born in Spain
The child was born in Spain, is registered in the Civil Registry and is in Spain when the application is filed.
Parent with residence
At least one parent holds a residence permit.
Six-month deadline
Applying within six months of the birth or, if the child has not left Spain, within six months of the parent obtaining residence.
Child’s situation
The child is not a national of an EU country, the EEA or Switzerland.
Fee
Paying the corresponding fee.
Duration
The permit is granted for five years and its renewals follow the long-term residence procedure.
Who applies
One of the parents holding a residence permit, at the Immigration Office or online, directly or through an authorized professional. Once the child reaches working age, it allows them to work without further steps.
How can we help?
- Initial eligibility review.
- Immigration strategy.
- Personalized checklist.
- Legal review of your documents.
- Preparing and filing your application.
- Follow-up with the authorities.
- Responding to requests for documents where applicable.
- Assistance with the steps after approval.
Usual documents
- Child’s passport.
- Birth certificate and Civil Registry entry.
- Parent’s residence permit.
- Family book or document proving parentage.
- Proof of fee payment.
The final documents will depend on the applicant’s personal circumstances, nationality and the applicable procedure. After the initial review you will receive a personalized checklist.
Tell us about your situation
We will review your case and explain which route may fit your circumstances.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration requirements may vary depending on the applicant’s personal circumstances and the legislation in force at the time of the application.