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Home/Services/Visa & Immigration/Family Reunification Visa
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Family Reunification Visa

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What it is

What is family reunification in Spain?

Family reunification lets a non-EU resident of Spain bring close relatives from abroad to live with them. The resident in Spain acts as the sponsor and applies first, then each relative applies for a visa.

It is one of the most common immigration routes, but it has two stages and strict evidence rules on income and housing. Relatives of EU or Spanish citizens usually follow different routes.

Who it suits

  • Non-EU residents in Spain who want to bring a spouse or registered partner
  • Parents living in Spain whose children are still abroad
  • Residents who support dependent parents in their home country
  • People whose residence permit has already met the required time in Spain

What family reunification gives your family

01

Your family together

Relatives get legal residence in Spain linked to yours.

02

The right to work

A reunited spouse or partner and adult children can usually work in Spain.

03

Access to schools and healthcare

Children can enrol in school and family members can access public services as residents.

04

Independent status later

Over time, family members can get their own residence permit that no longer depends on the sponsor.

Family reunification pros and cons

Advantages

  • A secure, legal status for your relatives
  • Family members can usually work
  • A path to independent and long term residence

Things to weigh

  • !The sponsor must prove income that grows with each relative
  • !Suitable housing has to be certified by the local authority
  • !The process runs in Spain and at the consulate, which takes time
  • !Documents from abroad need legalisation and translation

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Requirements

Family reunification visa requirements

Both the sponsor in Spain and the relatives abroad need to meet conditions. Generally they include the following.

  • The sponsor holds a valid Spanish residence permit for the required time
  • Proof of the family relationship, such as marriage or birth certificates
  • Enough stable income to support the family in Spain
  • Adequate housing, confirmed by a report from the local authority
  • Health cover for the family members
  • A clean criminal record for adult relatives

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 family reunification works

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    A specialist confirms which relatives qualify and whether the sponsor meets the conditions.

  2. 2

    The sponsor applies in Spain

    The resident submits the reunification request to the immigration office with income and housing evidence.

  3. 3

    Relatives apply for visas

    After approval, each relative requests a visa at the Spanish consulate in their country.

  4. 4

    Arrive and register

    Relatives travel to Spain and register locally.

  5. 5

    Get the TIE cards

    Each family member books a fingerprint appointment and collects a residence card.

What your specialist handles

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

  • Confirms which relatives qualify to join you under family reunification
  • Prepares the sponsorship file and supporting evidence
  • Guides each family member through their own application

Common questions

Usually a spouse or registered partner, children under the age limit or who depend on you, and in some cases dependent parents. A specialist confirms who qualifies in your case.

The sponsor files first in Spain, often online. Relatives then book an appointment at the Spanish consulate or its visa centre abroad. Appointment availability varies, so planning ahead helps.

Relatives of EU citizens usually apply for the EU family member card instead, which has different and often lighter requirements.

In most cases yes. A spouse or partner who arrives through family reunification can generally work without a separate work permit.

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 residents in Spain who want to bring a spouse or registered partner
  • Parents living in Spain whose children are still abroad
  • Residents who support dependent parents in their home country
  • People whose residence permit has already met the required time in Spain

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