Have you been living in Spain for at least 2 years but have a first line relative with Spanish residency?
If so, you will be able to regularize your situation and apply for a residence permit.
Remember, three requirements to apply for this type of social integration:
- Continuous and demonstrable stay of at least 2 years in Spain
- Being in an irregular situation
- Have a first line relative with Spanish residence (with economic solvency).
Frequently Asked Questions:
Only with the certificate of registration (empadronamiento) you do not prove your stay in Spain, since you can register while being a tourist and then return to your country while the time runs. There are many ways to prove your stay; if you start procedures with us, we will advise you on absolutely everything to demonstrate your continuous stay in Spain and make the process effective.
Spouse, children or parents over 80 years of age
Social Roots in Spain
Requirements to apply for social roots
The social roots in Spain allows people in an irregular situation to regularize their situation and obtain a residence permit. In order to do so, you must meet three fundamental requirements: you must demonstrate a continuous stay of 2 years in Spain, to be in irregular situation
What are the requirements for social roots?
You must prove your continuous residence in Spain for at least 2 years, be in an irregular situation (without legal residence) and have a first line relative with Spanish residence.
Minimum stay of 2 years
It is essential to demonstrate a continuous stay of at least 2 years in the country.
To have a first line family member with Spanish residence
Documentation required for social roots
To apply for the social rootsIn order to apply for a visa, you need to gather a series of documents that prove your stay, work situation and personal conditions. At Spain Extranjeríawe help you to manage all the necessary documentation so that the process is fast and effective.
What documents are required?
You will need to prove your stay in Spain, demonstrate family ties to the Spanish resident and proof of integration into society. The most common documents include census certificates and personal references.
Registration and proof of residence
The registration is one of the most important documents to prove your stay in Spain. You can also use utility bills or rent receipts in your name.
Relationship of the first-line relative with Spanish residence
Frequently asked questions about social roots
At Spain Extranjeríawe answer all your questions questions about social roots and the process to regularize your situation. Here we solve some of the most common doubts.
How do I prove my stay in Spain during the requested time?
To demonstrate your continued stay in SpainYou can present your certificate of census registration, rent receipts, utility bills in your name or any other document that proves that you have lived in the country continuously.
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