If your TIE is already expired or it is about to expire, traveling outside of Spain and then come back to the country with an expired TIE can get tricky. That’s where the Autorización de Regreso or Return Authorization comes in.
If you’re a European citizen planning to live, study, or work in Spain for more than 90 days, you’ll need to apply for a NIE Card. This document confirms your legal residence in the country.
But how do you know if you qualify? And what documents are needed?
Here’s a quick overview of the main situations that allow you to apply for a NIE Card, along with what you’ll need to show: