Question 1

What is the NIE number?

Accepted Answer

The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is Spain's official identification number for foreign nationals. It is required for virtually any legal or financial activity in Spain, from opening a bank account and buying property, to getting a job or paying taxes. Every foreigner who wants to engage in official activities in Spain needs one.

Question 2

Why do I need an NIE number?

Accepted Answer

You need an NIE number if you want to: buy or rent property in Spain, open a Spanish bank account, work legally in Spain, start or register a business, buy a vehicle, apply for residency, pay Spanish taxes, or inherit assets in Spain. Without it, most official processes are blocked.

Question 3

Can I get an NIE number without going to Spain?

Accepted Answer

Yes — this is exactly what we specialise in. Using a Power of Attorney, we attend the police appointment on your behalf and obtain your NIE number for you. You never need to travel to Spain or stand in a queue. We handle everything.

Question 4

How long does it take to get my NIE number?

Accepted Answer

With NIE Express, your NIE number is delivered within 15 working days. Without a service like ours, appointment slots at Spanish police stations can be backed up 4–8 weeks in cities like Madrid and Barcelona — and mistakes in paperwork mean starting over completely.

Question 5

What is a Power of Attorney (POA)?

Accepted Answer

A Power of Attorney is a legal document that authorises us to apply for your NIE number on your behalf at the Spanish authorities. We send you a pre-filled POA — you simply sign it and return it to us with a copy of your passport. We take care of everything else.

Question 6

Can I work in Spain with just an NIE number?

Accepted Answer

An NIE number allows you to work legally in Spain if you are an EU citizen. If you are a non-EU citizen (including UK citizens post-Brexit), you will additionally need a valid work permit or residence visa alongside your NIE number.

Question 7

Does the NIE number expire?

Accepted Answer

No. Your NIE number is permanent and never expires — it is yours for life. You may receive a paper certificate which shows a date, but the number itself remains valid indefinitely. Once issued, it is yours regardless of whether you later leave Spain or change your passport.

Question 8

How much does the NIE number cost?

Accepted Answer

Our all-inclusive service is €195 + VAT. This covers everything — the government tax (Tasas), our professional fees, your Power of Attorney, and full submission on your behalf. The official Spanish government fee alone is around €12, but without expert help, errors and delays can cost far more in time and missed opportunities.

Question 9

Which cities do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We cover the entire Spanish mainland plus the Balearic Islands and Canary Islands — including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga, Alicante, Marbella, Bilbao, Zaragoza, and more. Wherever you need your NIE processed in Spain, we can handle it.

Question 10

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Simply click 'Apply Now', fill in your personal details, and we will contact you with the next steps. The whole application takes around 5 minutes. Alternatively, call us directly on +34 620 045 288 and we will guide you through the process.

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