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EU Family Member Card

Live and work in Spain as the spouse, partner or relative of an EU citizen. Post your case once and immigration lawyers send you offers to compare.

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What it is

What is the EU family card in Spain?

The EU family member card is a residence card for non-EU relatives of an EU citizen who lives in Spain. It follows EU free movement rules, which are generally lighter than the ordinary immigration routes.

Eligibility depends on your relationship and on the EU citizen's own status in Spain, such as working, studying or having enough means. Relatives of Spanish citizens may follow a different route, which a specialist can confirm.

Who it suits

  • Non-EU spouses of EU citizens living in Spain
  • Registered or long term partners of EU citizens
  • Children and dependent relatives of EU citizens
  • UK nationals whose partner holds an EU passport

What the EU family card gives you

01

Residence in Spain

You can live in Spain with your EU family member.

02

The right to work

You can work as an employee or self-employed without a separate permit.

03

A long validity card

The card is issued for a long period compared with most first permits.

04

Permanent residence later

After enough time, you can move to a permanent card.

EU family card pros and cons

Advantages

  • Lighter requirements than general family reunification
  • Work rights from the start
  • Often requested from inside Spain

Things to weigh

  • !Your status depends on the relationship and the EU citizen's situation
  • !Relationship proof must be official and translated
  • !Divorce or the EU citizen leaving Spain can affect the card

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Requirements

EU family card requirements

Offices apply EU rules with local procedures, but applications generally need the following.

  • Proof of the family relationship, such as a marriage or partnership certificate
  • The EU citizen's registration as a resident in Spain
  • Evidence that the EU citizen works, studies or has enough means and health cover
  • Your valid passport
  • Proof of dependency for older children or parents, where it applies

Requirements, minimum amounts and processing times change over time and can differ between offices. The specialist you choose confirms exactly what applies to your case.

How to apply

How to apply for the EU family card

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    A specialist confirms your relationship qualifies and the EU citizen meets the conditions.

  2. 2

    Prepare documents

    Relationship certificates and the EU citizen's evidence are collected and translated.

  3. 3

    Submit the application

    The request is filed with the immigration office, often from inside Spain.

  4. 4

    Collect the card

    After approval you book a fingerprint appointment and collect your residence card.

What your specialist handles

A general overview of the work a specialist usually takes on for this service.

  • Confirms your relationship to the EU citizen sponsor qualifies
  • Prepares the residence card application and supporting evidence
  • Guides you through the appointment and card issuance

Common questions

Usually the non-EU spouse or registered partner of an EU citizen living in Spain, their children under the age limit or dependent, and dependent parents.

Yes. The card lets you work as an employee or self-employed person in Spain.

Family members of Spanish citizens may follow a separate route with its own conditions. A specialist confirms which applies to you.

Often yes, if the partnership is registered or you can prove a stable relationship. Evidence requirements vary, so check before applying.

Tell us about your situation in the intake and we match you with verified specialists in our network who handle exactly this kind of service. You review their profiles, choose who to contact or ask for an estimate, and there is no obligation until you do.

Yes. Creating a case and comparing specialists is always free for you. Specialists pay us a fee only after they get paid, so you only ever pay their professional fee, shown upfront in their offer.

Every specialist in our network is reviewed for relevant licensing, experience, and track record before they can take on cases. You can also read verified reviews from other expats before choosing who to work with.

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Who it suits

  • Non-EU spouses of EU citizens living in Spain
  • Registered or long term partners of EU citizens
  • Children and dependent relatives of EU citizens
  • UK nationals whose partner holds an EU passport

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